Developing a crush on someone 12 years older than me?

[Anonymous]

I'm a sophomore in college who just got out of a long term relationship about 4 months ago. I recently met a guy in my calculus class who I found really cute. I struck up a conversation with him and we ended up exchanging phone numbers (on the basis that he is willing to help me better understand the course material). He seemed really interesting and told me he went into the Army immediately after highschool. He said he has been out of the army for a year now and is starting his college education. Intruiged, I asked him how old he was, assuming he was in his mid twenties. I was wrong; he's 31... Twelve years older than me. I'm not sure if I'm looking for anything super serious as I just got out of a three year relationship, but I definitely have found myself developing feelings for him. Do I pursue him or should I just suppress the feelings? I haven't mentioned him to my friends, as nothing significant has really happened yet. I'd really appreciate some advice! Thanks!

[Tuzmenokie]

You’re both of legal age. Do what you feel you want to do! You’re a free person! If you have a gut feelings you like him, even just sexual attraction, go for it!

[tyson001620]

firstly age is just a number. secondly if your attracted go for it. what do you have yo lose. just be honest and upfront with what you want

[AGuyWhoKnowsALittle]

there's nothing wrong with it. It all comes down to do you personally feel a connection with him that you you would like to pursue?