My dad had a conversation ask me if I plan to stay single forever. My response was that guys just aren't into me any more. My dad claims that I am putting a lot more focus on numbers rather in personality that I should just forget about a guy being born in 1992 and I should just give a other men a chance. According to my dad claims God probably had put a good husband for me but that I am refusing because of numbers. I told my dad that mostly 30 year olds are married and the ones that are single are looking for much younger. Well my dad age 57 has his own opinion my dad and stepmom are 16 year age gap which in my opinion I think it's huge but my stepmom age 41 does treat my dad way more better then my mom ever did. My dad and stepmom had been married for more then a decade they get along well.
- u
When I was 23 years old, I dated a woman who was 46 years old. We only dated about two months because sex was not enough of a reason for us to stay together and, otherwise, we didn't have enough common interests.
My current girlfriend is 58 and I am 67. We have the same goals and similar interests (even though she was born in China and lived there untl she was 28 years old.)
What if you met a guy who checked all the boxes for you, seemed perfect in every way, but he was 44 years old; would you pass him up, not give him a chance? I would not dismiss guys with an age difference unless you actually tried it once or twice to see what it is REALLY like to be with someone with an age gap. I suspect that it is much different than whatever you are fantasizing.
Most Helpful Opinions
What criteria to you use when you are looking for a boyfriend? Is it really age or some other set of circumstances? I have a friend who used to have a checklist for potential girlfriends. They had to go to a specific college (not a state school) have a certain career, drive a certain car, be from a certain town, etc. This was over 20 years ago. He is still single.
It's good to be open minded, but don't settle.
What Girls & Guys Said
Opinion
20Opinion
I think your dad is right. Age is just a number. It matters but doesn’t. I’d rather date a 40 year old with beautiful character than a 20 year old with a pretty face and little in terms of character.
Commonality, personality and spirituality were the three things I looked for with an age limit of 1 to 3 years difference.
I think after enough time and heartache you learn what you want in your life partner in addition to agreement on money, kids, sex and in-laws. So the real question is what are you searching for?
I think it would be worth trying to widen the age range to something like five to eight years and start with that. Not all guys in their 30s are looking for early 20s. Some would be glad to consider a 29 year old woman. And your dad is right in that compatibility and how a man treats you is more important than the man being within a year or two of your age.
If you are only looking for a guy born in 1992, that is really stupid. You are severely limiting your number of guys to choose from. What the hell does it matter if the guy is only a few years older or a few years younger than you? It doesn't matter at all, it only matters in your foolish brain. So you're 29, you should be open to dating guys who are like 25-35. 5 years difference is nothing now, you're not in high school anymore.
There was a twelve year difference between my mother's and father's age. Eight years between my SO and my age. Get over the age thing. Go with compatibility and personality.
As long as both people are adults, age doesn't matter. It's about chemistry.
Personality is way more important than age…. Once you are over 21, age doesn’t really matter unless you make it matter. Just my opinion.
I think at a certain age you shouldn't be dating due to health reasons. Now if you are completely and 100% healthy than sure date.
Your dad is probably right. But so what! If you want to stay single for whatever reason that's your choice. You don't need to be pair bonded to be happy.
I'm sorry but you dad is right. Do you agree with him or not
Well similar aged couples will have more in common. And are most likely to succeed as a couple.
Age, since dating under the age of consent, is illegal
Hell no... don't rush. Don't listen to your fucking dad.
no tons of men have opted out of dating
than add in the fact women only want a small percentage of men
it just makes it worse
Hit me up 29 is nice lol
I agree with your dad.
I think is just numbers, sure;)
you love who you love
Ur fault u know u racist with black dude!!!
Personality
Learn more
We're glad to see you liked this post.
You can also add your opinion below!