is a guy 34 to old to date a 22 yr old girl who wants to date?
406402
I am 27, and my husband is 40.  When we started dating I was 20 and he was 33.  While there's not anything wrong with it, my experience has been that we are at very different points in our lives.  For example, I am just getting settled in a career job (teaching), and thinking about starting a family; he is not sure about a family at this point (looking ahead to retirement) and wants to start travelling the world.  So it can be difficult in a lot of ways.  But that being said, he's a wonderful guy and I wouldn't trade our relationship for anything!\n\n(Huh, apparently judging by the comments above, we must be some sort of sickos....who knew?)
425371
That's a funny one.   It has always been okay for an older guy to date a younger girl,  but when the girl dates the younger guy, she is laughed at and jokes made.\nI wouldn't let it bother you.  I would proudly say, "And he's a year younger than me, hope I can still get a young one when I'm 80".  \nAge shouldn't matter, to answer your question.  All that matters is that you are right for each other for however long it lasts.  If you get along, then to heck with what your friends say or how loud they laugh.  if they are really your friends, they'll accept it and have compassion and understanding and not mock you or put you down.  To joke when you gals are alone, well jokes, alone, that's okay.  But to gossip or hurt your feelings, their not friends and never really were.\nGo with your heart and forget what others will say.  The true challenge is finding out in the long run if those friends you thought were friends really were to begin with.\nControl your own life, don't let others control you.\nMany a marriage has lasted eternally with a large age difference and that also includes dating relationships.  My girlfriend is married to a guy that is nearly 15 years younger than her.  They are and have been for over 17 years, a perfect coupld.\nGo for it.................
443223
Yes. Age is a number and providing the reason that both parties are together is not based on reasons other than love (lust?) then there is not a problem.  That is the question that needs to be seriously consulted however.  There is no law being broken and if they are happy then so what. You must also take into account the maturity of both people.  I knew people at 14 who were more mature than those aged 20, likewise now, I know 25-30 year olds who have the maturity of a late teen.\n\n(and no, I'm not a 40year old dating a teenage girl, I'm 22...and prefer men anyway ;-p)
1029673
There is NO WAY ON EARTH that a 14 year old should be going out with an 18 year old.  It is not "against the law" to date, but anything sexual with him is a crime (for him, not for you).
925999
A lot of it depends on the peoples ages.  If a 14 year old wants to date someone 3 or more years older than them then that is a bit much.  But if a 35 year old wants to see someone 40 it would be more appropriate.  Most of the time it comes down to maturity, experience and norms of the society.
1175898
as long as you're both at the age of consent or older... you're cool... 27 is more than an appropriate age
257819
i have no problem dating older girls the last 3 i dated were a little older 2yrs. 7yrs. 5yrs.
542128
I'm 56 and women your age want to date us guys cause the women your age say younger men are too immature! But it is your choice of what you want out of life? Myself, a women has no age limit for me as long as we are compatible.\nGo for it girl, all you need is self esteem!
162182
What do you mean "date"? Just make sure you are both on the same page.Are you marraige minded or playing?Age difference is okay.There are other things to think about here.
1154744
What matters is what you feel...Age is not a factor as long as you both feel the same way and sure of each other feelings...Believe me I am dating someone older than me!!!
629503
Well, of course it is absolutely acceptable!!! You're not his councilor any more, are you? A 24-year-old girl cannot be worrying about that in the 21st. century. Stop wasting your time and his, and say yes to this guy.
750543
A 2-year difference is no big deal....look at it down the road...your 36 and he is 34...not a big deal at all.  If your attracted to him, go for it and see how it works out...guys that are 18 are usually flattered when an older woman (yeah...I know 20 is not old) expresses an interest in them. .
515067
There is nothing wrong with liking older guys.\nI have always dated older, and I find that they have an equal maturity level to me (Because girls mature mentally faster than boys).\nDon't get too carried away with the older ones though. Never date higher than 4 years older if you're under 18. You're only 13 and they might try to pressure you into something you don't want to rush into. Take your time, and make sure his motives are legit (this goes for ANY guy- no matter age, race, creed, etc.). Just be careful.
222809
I was only 12 yrs old when i started secretly dating a 19 yr old guy.... it was fun because it was forbidden and nobody knows until my Dad caught me. I was grounded to have dates intil I was 18... My point is, there is nothing wrong in dating someone older than 18 while you are an underage. As long as its a harmless date. Harmless in the sense that both of you are just enjoying each others company (no sex involved). Its only a DATE...not marriage.
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I have been with my girlfriend for 8 years . she is 27 yrs older than me. Age is not a factor unless you are  looking for sex then wait till you are 18. in the meantime ask her out . And do not worry about the fact her father is a pastor: today is not  where the ministers of this world teach fire and brimstone!!! If you are a respectable man than the pastor will have no problem with you seeing his daughter.
480692
it depends on the age difference.\n\nI'm 18, I wouldn't date a guy younger than 17.
768366
its normal,i would think its best to date some one who is at least 7years older than you if your thinking about a serious relationship,you wouldn't expect the sort of control and authority from some one your age which you would find from some one older.therefore your its absolutely normal and your on the right track