Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number? (81)

Aug 3, 2009 6:07 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
bodleing: Joss Naylor, who I've had the pleasure to meet, ran 70 Lakeland fell tops, covering more than 50 miles and ascending more than 25,000 feet, in under 21 hours on his seventieth birthday.

I think its just a number to him.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joss_Naylor


That awesome....for running.

But err..what about dating...the OP.

Age is nothing but a number when it comes to many things

1. Getting your degree
2. Learning a new trade
3. Picking up a new hobby
4. Beating a world record

etc. etc. etc.
Aug 3, 2009 6:08 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
USThumper
USThumperUSThumperMexico, New York USA4 Threads 3,957 Posts
azucarmorena: If only you'd want to have more babies
Ive got 5 kids, 10 grandkids, and 2 more on the way. I think I did enough to overpopulate the world. Sorry.bouquet
Aug 3, 2009 6:08 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
rizlaredonline today!
rizlaredonline today!rizlaredNot in Cebu City, Central Visayas Philippines89 Threads 2 Polls 5,588 Posts
azucarmorena: Health issues aside...I'd like to increase my children's chances of growing up with their dad and their dad being around for his grand kids. Or course I am not talking about someone who is 10-15 years older than me.


Ah well now, you see I have 4 children ranging from 27 to 4, so I get the chance to see them grow and to see grandkids when/if they arrivegrin
Aug 3, 2009 6:09 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
USThumper: Ive got 5 kids, 10 grandkids, and 2 more on the way. I think I did enough to overpopulate the world. Sorry.


laugh laugh laugh
Aug 3, 2009 6:12 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
rodolpho
rodolphorodolphoamsterdam, North Holland Netherlands30 Threads 3,401 Posts
azucarmorena: No you're too 'unavailable' for me
What the heck does that mean?laugh
Ok Im outta ur area code
but
but

but
Do I really look that unatainable?laugh
Aug 3, 2009 6:13 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
bodleing
bodleingbodleingGreater Manchester, England UK238 Threads 8 Polls 13,810 Posts
azucarmorena: That awesome....for running.

But err..what about dating...the OP.

Age is nothing but a number when it comes to many things

1. Getting your degree
2. Learning a new trade
3. Picking up a new hobby
4. Beating a world record

etc. etc. etc.


He's a pretty good sheep farmer also.thumbs up


laugh
Aug 3, 2009 6:16 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
rodolpho: What the heck does that mean?
Ok Im outta ur area code
but
but

but
Do I really look that unatainable?


unavailable: not available
Aug 3, 2009 6:18 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
rodolpho
rodolphorodolphoamsterdam, North Holland Netherlands30 Threads 3,401 Posts
azucarmorena: unavailable: not available
oh, thanks yeacrying
Aug 3, 2009 6:19 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
cameraman
cameramancameramanSt. Petersburg, Florida USA29 Threads 19 Polls 2,501 Posts
Age is nothing but a number. conversing I may grow older but I do not get older.
Aug 3, 2009 6:19 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
seekndestroy
seekndestroyseekndestroySeattle, Washington USA15 Threads 4,736 Posts
USThumper: Ive got 5 kids, 10 grandkids, and 2 more on the way. I think I did enough to overpopulate the world. Sorry.


and overpopulate you did.... good grief !!!

thanks to you we may all start having to fight for food soon !!!!


rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
Aug 3, 2009 6:19 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
rodolpho: oh, thanks yea


Hey I am quoting you buddy! you used the term 'unavailable'. SO stop crying before I give you something to cry about!boxing boxing
Aug 3, 2009 6:22 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Big_John
Big_JohnBig_JohnOcean Springs, Mississippi USA19 Threads 9,767 Posts
Age is far more than a number. I truly don't know what my limits are on the upper and lower end, but I know there are limits. I couldn't go too low on the young end. Also, I wouldn't go too high on the older end.

I guess I just take it one day at a time and as alway I change my mind constantly.
Aug 3, 2009 6:23 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
rodolpho
rodolphorodolphoamsterdam, North Holland Netherlands30 Threads 3,401 Posts
azucarmorena: Hey I am quoting you buddy! you used the term 'unavailable'. SO stop crying before I give you something to cry about!
I never said un watchamacallit tonight did I.
I was just sayin I lost Milady and i want to get her back.

But that means Im unwanted right?laugh
Aug 3, 2009 6:30 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
AnonymousF5
AnonymousF5AnonymousF5Oklahoma City, Oklahoma USA5 Posts
I had to chime in on this, because I think I'm a good example of age being just a number. I was a real "late bloomer", and have always looked young for my age. I am 37, but most people I meet think I'm in my mid 20's. I love video games, I go to "rave" parties and dance all night, and basically just act like someone in their twenties, NOT someone who is approaching 40! Why am I labeled "immature" because I don't conform to the standard? I have held my job for 15 years. I pay my bills. I'm a homeowner. I have good credit, no criminal record, no children. I just can't find any women my age with whom I can relate to! I say age is just the number times that you have traveled around the sun.
Aug 3, 2009 6:33 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
tennesseejudy
tennesseejudytennesseejudyJohnson City, Tennessee USA54 Threads 2 Polls 1,540 Posts
I would not date anyone younger. I feel old enough all ready. crying
Aug 3, 2009 6:38 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
dillydally
dillydallydillydallyBehind the hills and Burns ..., Strathclyde, Scotland UK57 Threads 2,697 Posts
Dont care much for men younger than me ,I prefer an aged whisky to a virgin wine ,as my Nan used to say . The ladies in my family are all with men 7 years plus ,so It must run in the family laugh
Aug 3, 2009 6:40 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
USThumper
USThumperUSThumperMexico, New York USA4 Threads 3,957 Posts
tennesseejudy: I would not date anyone younger. I feel old enough all ready.
Thats syrange, you sure dont look it.hug bouquet
Aug 3, 2009 6:43 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
jeepers
jeepersjeepersCowpet Bay, Saint Thomas Virgin Islands (USA)57 Threads 10,968 Posts
tennesseejudy: I would not date anyone younger. I feel old enough all ready.
confused
Aug 3, 2009 6:52 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
wyowilly
wyowillywyowillylabarge, Wyoming USA6 Threads 570 Posts
I had a very good friend that was a retired psychologist. When I was 46-47 there was a 19 year old that was chase'n me really hard. I can honestly say I love and believe in everyone. (unless they attack my morals then they can kiss my d-ck!!)With know'n this I cared about this 19 year old and needed some way to let her down easy without hurt'n her. My friend, although based upon theory told me age has noth'n to do with a relationship, it's based upon what a couple has in common. This is just something to maul around about age. Oh, the 19 year old, I ended up tell'n her it would be more like dating my daughter than a friend. She hasn't spoke to me since.dunno
Aug 3, 2009 10:16 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Da10th
Da10thDa10thThree Springs, Pennsylvania USA17 Threads 2,744 Posts
azucarmorena: Do you guys go around saying 'age is nothing but a number'..because it's the nice thing to say. Am I the only one who has age limitations. Okay I get ragged on for my age range... A LOT. Its one of the only things I won't budge on...I've tried (in order to please others) and frankly I didn't like it and I hate not being true to myself. I hate being made out to be some shallow person because I don't want to be with someone significantly older or younger than me. Younger guys make me barf and its not their fault. They have a lot of living to do..I was there once. Older guys...yeah I just can't. They have lived twice as much as I and I can't relate. Many things I do (and frankly like doing) will be extremely immature in their eyes. Also the whole thing with them having kids my age or a few years short of me...I can't do it. Plus not to mention the whole I still want to have kids and grow old with someone. I have more..but these are just relate to me...

Thoughts?




My opinion is simply this. Whatever makes a couple happy so be it. Some like older, some like younger, some like large, some like small, some like bald , some like hair, etc etc. There are certain things we find attractive in a potential. We should never change what we want, just because others do. If you like your potential mate to be around your age, then date that group, if you like them to be older then date older, if you ike them to be younger then date younger. We all have slight quirks we need out of that special someone we seek.

I personally prefer a woman that is of a more mature age, however, I don't think any less of those women that have an issue with dating someone that is younger. I personally understand that is just one of their things. I respect their decision because I'd hope they respect mine as well.


~JMO~
Aug 3, 2009 10:26 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
nakosya
nakosyanakosyaAlmaty, Kazakhstan4 Threads 178 Posts
Age is the first thing I look when I view the profiles
Aug 4, 2009 1:54 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Catt1960
Catt1960Catt1960Encinitas, California USA1 Threads 1 Polls 10 Posts
There are many that do not have health issues at this stage in life. I do not judge for those who choose this. I am just wouldn't suggest it. Many do have health issues over the age of 45 years old. I know I work in the medical industry.
When a person is 18 they are just discovering who they are. My 18-year olds' were just really clueless until an older age. If my daughter had married some of the people she originally thought she was going to marry. She would not have obtained her masters in accounting etc. The young are often clueless, they just need time to grow and to experience life. No matter how intelligent they seem to be about life. My daughter is a genius.
But do I care that your father and his wife have a long distance in age. No, that is not my business either. I don't judge those who want to marry within great parameters of age, I just don't suggest it.
Aug 4, 2009 1:59 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
friends4now
friends4nowfriends4nowMelbourne, Florida USA73 Threads 10 Polls 2,366 Posts
it depends-i have certain limits that extend as I grow older every year-still cant believe 30 is coming-where is that fountain

it isnt shallow its who you are-lying to make others happy is just hurting you-my preference and yours are different just like everyone else that's what makes us people not robots
Aug 4, 2009 1:59 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Catt1960
Catt1960Catt1960Encinitas, California USA1 Threads 1 Polls 10 Posts
Good for you.
Kathy
Aug 4, 2009 2:06 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Catt1960
Catt1960Catt1960Encinitas, California USA1 Threads 1 Polls 10 Posts
More food for thought?
Why do older men chase 20 year old women than 80 year old women if age is not just a number? :)
Aug 4, 2009 2:11 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
SummerUK
SummerUKSummerUKWashington UK, Tyne and Wear, England UK24 Threads 8,842 Posts
Catt1960: There are many that do not have health issues at this stage in life. I do not judge for those who choose this. I am just wouldn't suggest it. Many do have health issues over the age of 45 years old. I know I work in the medical industry.
When a person is 18 they are just discovering who they are. My 18-year olds' were just really clueless until an older age. If my daughter had married some of the people she originally thought she was going to marry. She would not have obtained her masters in accounting etc. The young are often clueless, they just need time to grow and to experience life. No matter how intelligent they seem to be about life. My daughter is a genius.
But do I care that your father and his wife have a long distance in age. No, that is not my business either. I don't judge those who want to marry within great parameters of age, I just don't suggest it.



Some people have no health issues into their 90's and some have them when they are twelve..

Younger men are sometimes rejected because of age but some of them have an awful lot to offer and are far more mature and grounded than some 40 or 50 year olds.

The only problem with age that I can see if both people get along is the issue of children. It also may not be an issue as a lot of men these days don't want them

Only my humble opinion of course


grin
Aug 4, 2009 2:21 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Catt1960
Catt1960Catt1960Encinitas, California USA1 Threads 1 Polls 10 Posts
The reason for age on health insurance is the percentage of people with health issues over a certain age. Granted there are the exceptions, especially with new technology and the concentration on better eating habits and diet and exercise, but the issue percentage wise is still the same, but that isn't the only thing. Because if you love somebody health isn't going to matter. Then again to some it may. The percentages do not lie.
You are right about the age issue as far as maturity is concerned being grounded. However, for example the previous message for me, said that his mother was 40 and his father 72 or there abouts. Now if his mother was single at 40 would she really go after a man that is 72 now? I don't think so. She might say she would, but in reality, how many men and women are chasing 70+ in age? Why? If age is just a number why not?
Men can produce generally until they die. Would it matter if the guy over 72 didn't have money? Hmmm.. other food for thought.
Now if this is your choice. More power to you. I just wouldn't recommend it. But we all have our choices in life. I am guilty of marrying someone 7 years older, and all he did was make me feel older. But then that is me. It is now over.
Aug 4, 2009 2:28 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
dellzz
dellzzdellzzreykjavik, Capital Region Iceland11 Posts
SummerUK: Some people have no health issues into their 90's and some have them when they are twelve..

Younger men are sometimes rejected because of age but some of them have an awful lot to offer and are far more mature and grounded than some 40 or 50 year olds.

The only problem with age that I can see if both people get along is the issue of children. It also may not be an issue as a lot of men these days don't want them

Only my humble opinion of course


i agree summer wine
Aug 4, 2009 2:46 PM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
SummerUK
SummerUKSummerUKWashington UK, Tyne and Wear, England UK24 Threads 8,842 Posts
dellzz: i agree summer


Yay!!!! Thank dellzz lol

handshake


grin
Aug 5, 2009 1:42 AM CST Am I alone in my beliefs that age is something more than just a number?
Catt1960
Catt1960Catt1960Encinitas, California USA1 Threads 1 Polls 10 Posts
He didn't make me feel older, he just never wanted to do anything. So we had to do things without him.
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