I just had to blog for opinions on this....

So I'm sure you all remember I had a date recently that didn't pan out so well...but that was all good. We've been talking since as friends and that's it and I'm fine with that. But today, he said to me that his boss was single and interested in meeting me. So I said, fine, it's whatever....couldn't hurt to meet people, right? Then he proceeded to tell me, "He's a great 'dude'.....he's good looking and he's loaded" ...I said to him, really? Why do you feel the need to tell me that when I've already agreed to meeting him, do you really think I'm that shallow?" Obviously the man doesn't know me too well. But anyway, so this man calls me. We talked for maybe 15-20 minutes on the phone and I had to ask because he sounded a bit older. "How old are you, anyway?"....that's when he started beating around the bush a bit, bragging about what kind of person he is and about all the things he's still capable of doing at his age and how he loves to drive fast in his sports car, yada yada yada...so I asked yet, again....but how old are you, be honest with me. After muttering a bit, he said "70". I'm sorry, I had to cut the call short. My mother is 70 years old and I have absolutely nothing against older men, but the reality is I am a young 39...and that's a HUGE generation gap for me. I'm sorry if this offends anyone, but, yes....age may be just a number, but I'm sure there has to be some kind of limitations here.

So then my former "date" texts me back and said, so how'd the call go? I said, what were you thinking? The man's 70 years old. He said to me, well he looks about 45-47....max 50. Even sent me some pictures....which indeed he is right about that. But still, that "70" lingers over my head and I can't seem to get past it. Then he tells me that this man is tired of women using him so the age he told me wasn't accurate. So I'm thinking, the man lied to me when he's actually younger than 70? or is he older? Or is my new found "friend" just saying that the man lied about his age to do his boss a favor?

I don't know, do you think I'm really being judgemental of an age or realistic. Think about it, though. If in fact, the man IS 70....that is over 30 years my senior. doh help sigh
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Red!.. DARN IT! frustrated I guess there goes my chances with you! Sheeeesh!!!doh grin
lol robrt....I knew I'd get some comments like this. I'm sorry, really...I'm sure it makes me sound awful. But it is quite an age difference. I mean....if I was 50, I may even consider it....but I'm not even 40 yet....almost, but not quite yet. How can two people, a generation apart, possibly have anything in common? dunno hug
Red, Being 65 you really don't think I'm going to say that 70 is " over the hill " now do you ! . . .rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
Not over the hill Franki......but for a 39 year old? I do take interest in men that are older than me as well as younger...for instance, I can be attracted to a man that's 49....but about 10 years ago, I'd look at a man that was 49 and would not view him the same as I do today. Does that make sense? dunno
Red
I think you made a mistake why you don't find someone in his 80 rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
You don't need such a man,you are nice looking women rose in teeth smitten wine
80 Firas? oh my goodness, I can't even begin to comment on that doh rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
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Oh Red, you dont sound Awful.. actually I cant even hear you on here, I can only read what you say. lol. rolling on the floor laughing
It's okay, you have to do what is right for you, what makes you happy, what you're comfortable with.. thats most important.
As for me, Im used to getting REJECTED!!! One lady says I live too far, another says I live too close, another says Im too old, another says Im too young, another says she saw me bathing in cold water, another says Im too short, another says Im not loaded (with money that is..lol).. another says my blog is too long, another says Im crazy... another. another and..etc..
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Metal : rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing so true
Red: wave 70 years old, who knows, meet him for a coffee. you can find a good wise friend for you. dunno like a partner...
I agree with you. I am almost 50 and would have no interest in dating a 70 year old or a 30 year old, 20 years to me is a generation gap.
Robrt....I'm sure many have been in the rejection boat more than they've wanted to. I know I have. I usually do try to do what's right for me, but in this case, I don't know what it is. Maybe my doubt is my gut telling me what is right for me and I should abide by that. uh oh
Prima.....I don't usually like putting myself in a predicament like that because what if it becomes a bit onesided and he starts to feel an attraction that I don't. That is just an awkward situation in itself, no? confused wave
Glat....yes it is. It's not even the point that he looks 45-48 but is 70....no, the looks isn't the issue. The way of thinking between people in such a generation gap....very different. Well JMO anyway. I've said before, when I date, I don't judge by looks at all....it's the "connection" and I just don't have that connection with a man who's 30 years my senior. ...difficult to explain doh
But you could be wrong confused I think he was strong and can pull you up with out hands grin
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Red.. I get you, wont pretend thats looks dont matter to me lol, but they are not the most important thing, my mam is 75 and to me a man of 70 is in her age range not mine.
Firas....my goodness...he is strong! lol....must be his ..hmm magnetic personality? rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
That's what I'm saying glat....my Mom is 70 and my Dad is 72 ... imagine the awkwardness at a family getogether? confused sigh
OK Red,,,you are 39 and he is 70...whats the max age you would consider? I,m 56 and my GF is 40,,, to me it does not sound so extreme,but is still 16years!!!!
Well lipsee....I try not to go lower than 10 years my junior or higher than 10 years my senior....fair enough, no? But I'm sure there may be exceptions to the rule, though....I just haven't come across any just yet. wave
Sally.......from what my friend had told me, this man was lying about his age because he was trying to judge my character....apparently women have used him in the past for his money, etc etc....and it was a test? I don't know....for all I know, my "friend" could have lied about that altogether. Pretty sad when I don't know who's telling the truth here.....this is what happens when people lie, and I hate that. The "friend" I had mentioned, I've only known him for a few weeks to a month.....so I don't really trust him either. Well either way, I said no and that is that lol. Just too many doubts to let them slide. Thanks for your input! wave
Red.. I wonder if there are many 101 year old Ladys around looking for a Spritly 70 year old,you can fob him off on!!!!rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing grin
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lol parti.....too bad you couldn't ask me that a while back.......where I used to live, I had a woman who lived next door to me...was 103. The woman still cooked for herself....worked in her flower garden...etc. Her daughter would check on her a couple times a week and this woman was so sweet....she loved it when my kids would go over there and help her with the work outside. wink wave
im looking for an active partner not one i have to nurse in a few years , i wanna grow old with him, but if the attraction is really strong we loose our heads and just go for itwave
Hi choco! wave
Nothing wrong with your choice Red. Your an individual and make your own decisions. I would find it very difficult to date someone old enough to be my mother, just as I would someone old enough to be my daughter. Not my style. It's a personal choice, but it's not personal. cheers
Thank you b.....very well said, and my thoughts exactly. wink hug wave
hi red and mr b manapplause
Hey Ms. Cherrie! wave
Red, I would date a 100yrs old lady and give her heart attack. Daamn! that's what I think we should take into account.
I would never say Never until it happen. I may not know. But I do prefer my man not older than 15 years than me and younger of 5 years.
I've been told as a male anyone half my age +10 years should be the minumin age I should consider? don't know about how old is to old .But not telling you truthfully isn't very good.
Red,
It sounds to me that u may be looking for us to tell u that u have made the right decision.....maybe u think what u have done is wrong.
Well my girl, (and because i'm 50 something, i can say that)..lol..
u have made a decision that u believe to be right, no one here or anywhere has the right to judge u on what u have done.
if u feel comfortable with your decision that is all that matters...
I am sure that you have if thats any consulation....
Chin up my girl,
Be good, Stay Safe, and always be true to yourself.
you will never go wrong.hug
Oh...i was once told...
if u have any doubts, dont,
should there be no doubts, jump right in......
hope that helps.....
JMO...
and hope u consider me a friend.cheers
Sorry I dont think its worth it, unless your in it for the money devil and your not cheering
Phsy!! wow doh rolling on the floor laughing
Shay....ok go double your preferred age....that's 30 years we're talkin here uh oh wave
Fun....yes, with the fact that lies are also involved here has me concerned a bit. Because I don't know if he was lying when he said 70...or if my friend was lying when he said the man was lying about his age. Way too confusing there doh confused roll eyes wave
Simmo.........In the end, I make my own decisions. I was just never confronted with a situation like this and was just curious to what others would have done in my shoes. I'm not looking for anyone to either agree or disagree with me. Everyone views things differently and I was just trying to see some of those views.....and I have. It was an interesting discussion for me. Thanks. wave
lol Firas...it's ok...I've made my decision not to. Too many doubts to consider it, quite honestly. And doubt is, at times, your inner gut that says...welllll maybe this isn't such a good idea. Maybe it's right. wave
Toro.....nope. Money and love are complete strangers. You won't find them walking down the road hand in hand wink
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