Is age really just a number?

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I’ve always been the person that says “Age is just a number, if they make you happy then go for it.” And when it comes to my personal preference, I say no to anyone more than nine years older than me. (My sister and I are ten years apart, so that kind of age difference is a little weird for me.) But recently an older man (one of my coworkers) has been openly flirting with me. And he’s sweet, kind, respectful, funny…everything you’d look for. He’s not just trying to get into my pants, he’s made that clear. The pitfall? He’s closer to my parents age than my own. I may have started to feel something for him. So do I take my own advice and go for it? Or do I stick to my guns and walk away now?

Category: asked September 28, 2013

8 Answers

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The age might be a problem, but dating a coworker can be awkward if things don't go well, so think about it carefully.
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It is just a number if you truly believe that.I find if I was with someone much much older I would be intimidated by their life experience, of course this would depend on their maturity level as well though.You fall in love with a person though not their age, name or shoe size.
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I don't think anyone can tell you the best course of action. When people say that age is just a number and it doesn't matter, then that is their conviction; not a rule. It's up to you whether that matters.Going for it is a gamble (both due to the age difference and the fact that he is a co worker) and no one can do anything about that. You just gotta decide whether you wanna roll the dice.
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My parents were born 17 years apart. And they are perfectly happy. I say that after you get out of school, age really is just a number. Do what makes you happy! Also, if you want a book to read, I have just finished reading Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. It was a good book. It was sad but really good. In it, the main character marries someone 12 years younger than she for true love.
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Age really is nothing but a number as you get older. Although, it's kind of difficult dating someone almost your parents' age (because you won't know if they'll approve), but as long as he makes you happy you should go for it. There's always rough patches couple face throughout their lives and this would just be one of them. Hope you the best in your relationship
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Well I don't want to tell you to do something that you may regret but from personal experience, I'm in a relationship with someone who is over 10 years than me (Im 18 so it's fine) but honestly I've never been happier in my life. And I wouldn't trade him for the world. But if he makes you feel like no one else has before I say maybe give it a try. Besides if you don't you'll probably always wonder what if? And as far as you're parents, they should be happy if you're happy. But like I said I don't want you to do anything you'll regret but maybe just think about it.
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No but maturity is what it's all about.
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age is just a number, it's a matter of how you act on a certain situation. age doesn't define maturity.