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Age difference question.

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Question - (16 July 2008) 14 Answers - (Newest, 9 August 2008)
A female , NightAngel writes:

How old is too old, I'm just friends with this guy, but I think he's really attractive. He's 25 years old and I'm 19, all opinions are appreciated. Would a relationship work out?

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A female reader, thats_not_my_name United Kingdom + , writes (9 August 2008):

thats_not_my_name agony aunthey! 6 years is fine in my opinion. my cousin is currently going out with someone who's 5 years older than her and they are really happy together. also it will seem less of a difference as you get older (e.g. 20 and 26) good luck and i hope you are happy together :) xxxxx

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A female reader, Wise Woman of the FOREST! United Kingdom +, writes (26 July 2008):

Wise Woman of the FOREST! agony auntI don't think age gaps matter... It's how they make you feel.

If they treat you well then it shouldn't matter about the age. You should definitely go for it if they make you feel happy... that is the most important thing. :)

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A female reader, Tigger3165 United States +, writes (17 July 2008):

Tigger3165 agony aunti don't think the age gap is that important... especially when its not that big of an age gap... but i do have to say that it depends on a person... when i first turned 18, i had a fling with a 25 year old... at points, it would become kind of serious for both of us... but the age thing made him feel weird... and he knew his family would FREAK if they found out... so we were kind of left a secret... so you just have to ask yourselves if it feels right to you...

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A female reader, Fiona xxx United Kingdom +, writes (16 July 2008):

Fiona xxx agony auntHi

I agree, don't worry about it. My husband is 8 years older than me, so we have a bigger age gap. We met when I was 21, so not much older than you are now.

So do enjoy your relationship and don't worry about things too far ahead - if it's meant to be.....

Fiona xx

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A reader, anonymous, writes (16 July 2008):

19 and 25? not such a big diff

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A male reader, WastedLife United States + , writes (16 July 2008):

Age gaps are generally only a problem if both of you are living in different worlds and don't want to change. Sometimes it can be a problem when the two of you are of different generations, but that's more a matter of society and it's expectations, or one or the other person set in their ways. If you care and are committed, you can deal with most anything. If you love each other, the question goes away.

Have fun!

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A reader, anonymous, writes (16 July 2008):

Im 18 and mine's 30. age isnt a problem unless you make it a problem! i dont think 19 and 25 is a big issue!

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A female reader, cute angel Australia +, writes (16 July 2008):

cute angel agony auntwell i dont think its too old..its not like ur dating a 40 year old,if u were then you worrying was legid..but for now u both are mature enough for a healthy relationship..and age is not the factor hun its trust,love that comes with it..

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A female reader, Cherriepie United States +, writes (16 July 2008):

Cherriepie agony aunto my god, girl...your boy isnt too old for you! my boyfriend is also a lot older, and age has never been an issue for us. As long as you are legal age you can date any guy older than you. What differnce does it make if you like each other?....and if you ask me i like guys who are more mature and experienced anyway.

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A female reader, Angels Eyes United Kingdom +, writes (16 July 2008):

Angels Eyes agony auntThere isn't that big an age gap only 6 years and you are both mature adults.I personally think a realationship would work out fine between you both the only problem yu might have is trying to convince your parents!But you should both be very happy together!

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A female reader, PsyCookie United States + , writes (16 July 2008):

PsyCookie agony auntI don't think age matters as long as both of you are legally adults (18 yrs and older). Both are considered adults and are expected to be able to control your decisions (unlike a teenager). The only thing that should matter is the love and feelings you have between each other. Don't let a negative comment doubt if your relaionship will work, just the way that he treats you and acts wit you.

A relationsip with an older guy is the same as a relationship with a guy the same age as you, just that he's more experienced and probably more mature. In my opinion, your age difference is not that big. One of my parent's friends have an age gap of 15 years, she being the oldest, and their relationship is a loving one.

Don't base the question of "will my relationship work?" based on age. Base it on your interaction with your guy, your thoughts, your compatability. Hope your relationship will prosper, and good luck.

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A female reader, duskyrowe United Kingdom +, writes (16 July 2008):

duskyrowe agony auntHe doesn't sound too old for you,my love. Its only six years difference, enjoy your relationship with him and don't worry :D

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A reader, anonymous, writes (16 July 2008):

Hi, I think it would be fair to say that age gaps matter less as you get older. I had a boyfriend 7 years older than me when I was 16 - that was a problem with my parents, as you can imagine.I dont think that your ages would be a problem, you are both adults, he just has a few more years life experience, if you like him, go for it.

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A female reader, charliehunt United Kingdom +, writes (16 July 2008):

do you love him? thats all i need to say.

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