Nothing Like An Older Man

I've been in a relationship with a man 26yrs. older than me since I was 18 and we've been married 11 yrs. now and together for 21yrs. total.

He's 64, I'm 38. I have to say it's the best sex I've ever had, he's fabulous and I cherish each and every day w/him because I know our time together is precious.

True love doesn't come in ages, it just comes with the person, his smell, his smile, his look, his touch, his voice. It's all of him I love.

I feel safe, protected, and deeply desire. Older men are sexy, they're look is more weathered, they're more experienced and stable. Be proud if you have an older man and cherish each and everyday with him.

Wow!

Almost makes me wish I was even older. LOL Thanks for a great a post... and the tip. I'm going to start telling people I'm "weathered."

Seriously... great post, thanks for sharing.

I love these kinds of posts for success stories of love. Relationships at any age have the good and the bad. Even more encouraging is your testament to your love for each other despite the age gap. Thank you for sharing your success.

-Nibbles

Great post.....and I must say...I agree, I agree, I agree.....

I love the look of an older (well maintained) gentleman. There is just something about that classy, high maintenance, high self esteem way they have.

I am 32 with an OM 67. He is just as charming as can be. I told him one evening that I cherish the three years I have had with him and look forward to many many more.

I have a deep appreciation of the music he enjoys and for the little things he does that you just don't see anymore (opening the door etc...)..... He is irreplaceable to me and he knows it...

Thanks again for the great post.

Us men are like a fine wine we get better with age. Suddenly getting older does not look so bad. :D

Seriously though it is always nice to hear stories of true love conquering all.

I'm so glad to hear of other YW that have an attraction to older men. I always thought I was some kind of an oddball for feeling that way. But I've always had that attraction for guys much older than me. I love my OM's legs, arms, hands, sexy bald head, likes and dislikes, music, reservedness, sense of humor, the fact that he knows who he is and doesn't need to prove anything, he's always a gentleman, thinks of all those things alot of younger men don't even know about how to treat a woman. I'd like to hear more from the YW's about what they appreciate about OM's.

Us men are like a fine wine we get better with age. Suddenly getting older does not look so bad. :D

Seriously though it is always nice to hear stories of true love conquering all.

Some men just age gracefully. "Better with age" arent the words for it. Older men have the most incredible ways about them. Its something that just can't be taught to younger men....

And speaking of wine....there is nothing better than an older man that can appreciate a nice bottle of wine - whether it be with dinner or just over some late evening conversation..........Gotta love it....

Hail to the older men!!

Oh I will agree with this thread!! Well, I will at least agree that I have the most wonderful and sexiest older man. :D

I love being with him no matter what we are doing. Grocery shopping is a joy now!

I also love his looks. I love the veins in his hands which I am always tracing with a finger. I love the wrinkles around his eyes when I can get him to really laugh.

I just love him!!! :)

What an awesome post! I am just recently falling in love with a man 20 years older than myself (I am 22, he is 42). I just look at him and melt every time... he is so kind and loving, and I have never felt so much love for another person in a romantic relationship... so your story helps appease my fears, because these days I can really see spending the rest of my life with my SO. So thanks for giving me something to aspire to! :)

Some people asked about my story so here it is in brief:

Met when I was 17, I'm now 38. Started dating when I was 19, he 44. I thought he was hot, very very hot, he had a hot athletic body, like a gymnast, I thought he was in his early 30's. He still has that hot bod in his 60's.

Dated on weekends, for many years. Always dreamed about him, saw some other guys in between when we were apart for the summers (we lived 4hrs. away from each other), had a 2 1/2 yr. relationship with a guy who proposed, but I couldn't say yes. At that point my guy finally realized he wouldn't ruin my life, I loved him, and our relationship would work, and we would be ok.

So, we started dating, I moved in with him for a few yrs., we got married (both our first) and lived happily ever after. Of course we have our major disagreements like in any relationship but that's not age related. Forward to 11yrs. of marriage, no kids (by choice)...

...ahh, I gotta go and give my hunk a hug. Who cares how old he is? :D

I am 32 with an OM 67. He is just as charming as can be. I told him one evening that I cherish the three years I have had with him and look forward to many many more.


I guess I do not feel so bad about the 17 year gap my woman and me, but I am still afraid to ask:

Will you still need me? Will you still feed me when I am 64?

BTW, I am a long way (thankfully) from 64.

Angelus

I guess I do not feel so bad about the 17 year gap my woman and me, but I am still afraid to ask:

Will you still need me? Will you still feed me when I am 64?

BTW, I am a long way (thankfully) from 64.

Angelus

How old are you guys ... ? Tell us more about you both.... My husband and I also have a 17 year age gap :)

However I'm sure she'll need you and want you.... if it's love she will

Why are you thankful your not 64... we all age its a way of life....I think sometimes we focus so much on the age and not what matters... the person inside

its so nice to hear that.... im also in age gap. im 20 years old and my OM is 48. i always thought im different than my other friend. and i was once doubt it wont work long. but than i read this story and it gives me like "new air' for my relationship.

thx....

Oh these posts were great to read!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

How do you maintain a good sex life in your later years? (Does your husbands use viagra? Do you try different techniques? (vibrator and such if someone has arthritis, etc))


Ok, now I really need to run to work. lol talk to ya'll later!!

I guess I do not feel so bad about the 17 year gap my woman and me, but I am still afraid to ask:

Will you still need me? Will you still feed me when I am 64?

BTW, I am a long way (thankfully) from 64.

Angelus

When my Om turned 64 it was a walk in the park........he will be 68 soon and we are both lovin' every minute of it! Wouldn't trade the age for anything (well, except to have had more time in life with him....but hey, better late than never. I just can't get enough of this thread.

He must be pretty lucky to be in his 60s and still have a woman in her 30s.

How do you maintain a good sex life in your later years? (Does your husbands use viagra? Do you try different techniques? (vibrator and such if someone has arthritis, etc))

Lots of variety and a bit of kink thrown in for fun!! :D He does sometimes take viagra. We sometimes have to work a little harder, but that is all part of the fun. It's really in the attitude and the fact that we are so in love that anything done in bed or out is worth any amount of time and effort we have to put into it.

I love this thread too. It puts such a great light on all the age gap relationships and the sad negativity that surrounds them. This isnt my first age gap relationship but is by far the most significant and whole relationship I have ever experienced. I am 34 and OM is 59. The funny part is that there are times when I try to put myself in a context where I am looking at myself from the outside and think.."am I crazy?". My answer? I must be and love it! I know we are still in the honeymoon stage but I don't remember my actual honeymoon in my previous marriage lasting this long! LOL!

-Nibbles

This is just a super thread!!! I love hearing all these inspiring stories. It just goes to show that, for many people, love really does conquer all, and is indeed "ageless"!

I have been feeling the same way!! I am 19, and my boyfriend just turned 29. I will be 20 in a couple months, and I have never had a problem with our age gap. I love him for who he is, how he treats me, and the fact that he respects me and is such a gentleman. I can't find any of the qualities that he possesses in men my age. Younger men are too wild and are sleezeballs. They just want to have fun and party all the time. I just want to let you know that after reading your post, I feel so happy that someone else in the world shares my feelings about their significant other!

Hi,

It's interesting. I think that the whole secret to age disparate relationships lies in how the couple connects and bonds with each other. The age difference may influence that connection but when two souls meet then watch out! Mutual satsifaction can occur. I think that is what happens to many of the people on this site. They share values and feelings. And they would rather be with someone that they connect with emotionally, physically, etc, than with someone that matches them chronologically.

Good luck on your retationships everyone!

bobcratchit

I won't let my guy use Viagra, I'm afraid he'll have a heart attack :p , but like I've always said: once is enough with the way he does "it"! :D I can't get enough of him, there's no need to use toys to pep things up, he's just fine and he's 64.

As an aside, not to criticize anyone here, but if you're 19 and your man is 29 that's not even an age difference. I don't know why so many people feel like 5 or 10yrs. difference is such a big deal, it's nothing, if you have things in life you share with each other that's all that really matters. Many people share the same ages but have nothing in common so what good is that?

hi,
i am so glad that there is other women who are dating or are with older men!!!! I am with a man who is 40 and i am 20. Yes it is a big difference, but we get along better than any married couple who are closer in age. My parents dont know about him thoughand would not like the idea but ohwell i love him too much to let him go. We connect on so many levels its unbelieveable. what do you think. Should i keep seeing him and tell my parents too bad?

Aw, that's fantastic, congrats! Sounds like you're really in love.

I'm 18 and the guy I've been developing feelings for is 25. Not a huge age gap, but everyone always pulls the "different stages of life" card. Thankfully, it doesn't apply to he & I. We have a ton of the same interests, fab conversations, and really connect. He's said he doesn't want to get married & have kids until he's at least 30, and I've always wanted marriage/kids at a young age. So I figure by the time I'm ready for children (23, 24), he'll be 30/31 and we'll both be at the same place.

Older men should be put on a pedestal........They are classy and charming unlike anyone outside of their age range.

My OM is incredible. He thinks I'm crazy, but I say I'm damn lucky!

Only an OM can appreciate and enjoy a glass of wine by the fire on a cold, moon lit night. Or a walk by the water with intense conversation (as he stops every 5 minutes to explain his stories.)

I will look back someday (although it will be with tears) and know the best times of my life were spent with a much older man that showed me the world without having to travel anywhere.

Good luck to all of you in your relationships. Life doesn't last forever but memories of time very well spent lasts a lifetime.

(P.S. I'm the one with the 35 year age gap...still wondering what my prize is...lol)

Older men should be put on a pedestal........They are classy and charming unlike anyone outside of their age range.

My OM is incredible. He thinks I'm crazy, but I say I'm damn lucky!

Only an OM can appreciate and enjoy a glass of wine by the fire on a cold, moon lit night. Or a walk by the water with intense conversation (as he stops every 5 minutes to explain his stories.)

I will look back someday (although it will be with tears) and know the best times of my life were spent with a much older man that showed me the world without having to travel anywhere.

Good luck to all of you in your relationships. Life doesn't last forever but memories of time very well spent lasts a lifetime.

(P.S. I'm the one with the 35 year age gap...still wondering what my prize is...lol)


CeeJay I love your post!!

and I'll think about the prize ok ;)

I've been in a relationship with a man 26yrs. older than me since I was 18 and we've been married 11 yrs. now and together for 21yrs. total.

He's 64, I'm 38. I have to say it's the best sex I've ever had, he's fabulous and I cherish each and every day w/him because I know our time together is precious.

True love doesn't come in ages, it just comes with the person, his smell, his smile, his look, his touch, his voice. It's all of him I love.

I feel safe, protected, and deeply desire. Older men are sexy, they're look is more weathered, they're more experienced and stable. Be proud if you have an older man and cherish each and everyday with him.


i want to ask you some question.... you met him in a young age (more less the same like i am now, 20 with 49 OM) how did your parents react when they knew you go out with a guy that 26 years older than you? did you feel that he's the one when you met him that year?

i want to tell my parent about my OM but im so afraid about how they will react...

young 12

older men are very attractive. for me its mostliy their mysterious ways/sense of humor that turns me on. my 1st love was 10 yrs older then me. but he was a pain in the *** & very difficult and immature. so we didnt last, obviously, since i am engaged with a normal man who is only one year younger then me.

young 12

older men are very attractive. for me its mostliy their mysterious ways/sense of humor that turns me on. my 1st love was 10 yrs older then me. but he was a pain in the *** & very difficult and immature. so we didnt last, obviously, since i am engaged with a normal man who is only one year younger then me.

Because a man is only one year younger that makes them Normal? I think that we need to stop focusing on the age as much as we should be focusing on the person itself.....

i want to ask you some question.... you met him in a young age (more less the same like i am now, 20 with 49 OM) how did your parents react when they knew you go out with a guy that 26 years older than you? did you feel that he's the one when you met him that year?

i want to tell my parent about my OM but im so afraid about how they will react...

I was over 18 when I started to develop a serious relationship with my man so I didn't look for advice from my parents. It didn't matter what they thought because they weren't the one's in the relationship, I was. I was an adult and completely capable of making my own decisions, if you're a young 20 then I would think you need to evaluate if you're ready for a serious relationship with an older man.

I told my mother I was getting married at city hall and I'd like her to come see the wedding. She did, put on a sour puss face, mainly because she was in shock I was getting married (had nothing to do with the age difference)

You're 20, you shouldn't be afraid to tell your parents who you're dating, honestly it's none of their business. When you're ready you'll bring the right man home, whether he's 18 or 80 (well, maybe not 80 :rolleyes:).

I agree with you all about older men being sexy. I have been with my O/M for over a year now and we have a 27 year age gap. I am 26 and he is 53. He treats me so well, like a lady. I realize now that it is not the age that matters but the love that you share. We are very much in love and have so much in common.

It's so nice to read about all the other couples on this forum that are so in love too! I hope to get to know you better.

SJC

I agree with you all about older men being sexy. I have been with my O/M for over a year now and we have a 27 year age gap. I am 26 and he is 53. He treats me so well, like a lady. I realize now that it is not the age that matters but the love that you share. We are very much in love and have so much in common.

It's so nice to read about all the other couples on this forum that are so in love too! I hope to get to know you better.

SJC

Welcome SJC!!!!

Thank you MerAlove23! I have posted on this site once before, but I have been silent for a long time. I couldn't resist posting a message on this thread, it's so positive and encouraging to all those in Y/W O/M relationships.

I agree with you SJC! This thread is in the true spirit of Ageless! I wish more of them were as uplifting and inspiring as this one. I used to visit a BLOG in the late '90s authored by a young girl who liked older men, and people (mostly young women) would sign her guest book with their stories and raves about older men. These posts remind me of those stories.

Too many of the threads here become argumentive and petty, and eventually degrade to shouting matches. Some even have to be closed. I'm guessing that may have influenced your decision to stay away for awhile? Anyway, glad you're back!

This is a sweet thread, and mirrors many that ym post on the other side of the board about their adoration of the assets of older women :) So uplifting and positive!

I love the veins in his hands which I am always tracing with a finger. I love the wrinkles around his eyes when I can get him to really laugh.

Pita...your post was so adoring of your om...loved it. Only wish that these sentiments were extended in society toward women as they age as well. Unfortunately we have to dye our hair to cover the grey, use wrinkle cream/laser to diminsh the lines, to be viewed as beautiful by American standards after about 40. Hopefully, the Dove girls and Revlon's new campaigns with Susan Sarandon, etc. will help to change that. Fair is Fair! :D

I love this thread too!

It's such a beautiful way to describe the one you love, and I feel the same about my guy.In my eyes he's the most handsome man around, I wouldn't want to change a thing about him. Well, it wouldn't be so bad if he talked a bit less actually... :p
Besides, he's like the only person around with whome I can be totally myself without any worries.
The words of you guys definately inspire me not to worry about what others may think, and live my dream!

He's the one that jumps out of bed in the morning for fear he looks older than the night before....scared something has changed and i don't dare see him (at what he thinks is his worst)...when what he doesn't realize is he looks his best.

He's the one so set in his ways that I adapt to his way of thinking and understanding because I can handle change (he can't).

He's the one who can appreciate a clear sky full of stars because he has been looking at them for so many years more than me, but doesn't find it useless - instead has a story to tell with every star in the sky.

He's the one who can seem to be so much younger than he is with his humour and smile but at the most serious times understands the true meaning of life when I need the explanation to get me through even the worst of days.

He's the one I'm in love with and although he is so much older, he is the treasure some dream to have and the trusting friend some may never find in life.

He's the one who is unforgettable and irreplaceable.

He's.........My OM.......

Gosh How could you read this and NOT smile!!!

I've been in a relationship with a man 26yrs. older than me since I was 18 and we've been married 11 yrs. now and together for 21yrs. total.

He's 64, I'm 38. I have to say it's the best sex I've ever had, he's fabulous and I cherish each and every day w/him because I know our time together is precious.

True love doesn't come in ages, it just comes with the person, his smell, his smile, his look, his touch, his voice. It's all of him I love.

I feel safe, protected, and deeply desire. Older men are sexy, they're look is more weathered, they're more experienced and stable. Be proud if you have an older man and cherish each and everyday with him.
Wow. Thanks for the post. I've been fighting against my AG relationship for all of its 1.5 years. The age gap is 17 years but thats not the problem..I think the biggest probem is his fear of falling in love. He has never told me he loves me but he refuses to let me go. When he realizes that I am ready to leave he would quietly tell me he has feelings for me but I need to give him time. Whew! I believe that time waits for no man (or woman).

Wow. Thanks for the post. I've been fighting against my AG relationship for all of its 1.5 years. The age gap is 17 years but thats not the problem..I think the biggest probem is his fear of falling in love. He has never told me he loves me but he refuses to let me go. When he realizes that I am ready to leave he would quietly tell me he has feelings for me but I need to give him time. Whew! I believe that time waits for no man (or woman).

I have verbally told my younger woman I loved her. That took a lot of courage on my part. I was happy when she did not run away screaming.

This thread is amazing!!! :D I am 20 and my SO is 46. Though I haven't doubted our relationship for a second, it's awesome to hear success stories regarding relationships like ours. Thanks for the smile. :)

This is a sweet thread, and mirrors many that ym post on the other side of the board about their adoration of the assets of older women :) So uplifting and positive!



Pita...your post was so adoring of your om...loved it. Only wish that these sentiments were extended in society toward women as they age as well. Unfortunately we have to dye our hair to cover the grey, use wrinkle cream/laser to diminsh the lines, to be viewed as beautiful by American standards after about 40. Hopefully, the Dove girls and Revlon's new campaigns with Susan Sarandon, etc. will help to change that. Fair is Fair! :D

Hey Karen,

I don't know about society, but Phil thinks my crows feet are pretty hot, lol. He tells me I'm "adorable" I tell him he's nuts! But I'll keep him anyways.

This site just made my day!

My name is Kelly. I've been involved with my OM for almost 3 years now. I'm 22 and he's 40, so we have a 19 year age gap (he turns 41 in 2 months). I met him when I was 19, but had actually told him that I was 23 (he's a bartender, i wanted to get served lol). But anyway, he was the local bartender, I had developed a friendly bartender-patron relationship with him for about 6 months. One nite that changed, there was a lot of alcohol involved (to the point that I can't even remember our first kiss :( ) The big thing was that he was married. He told me before that he had been in his own bedroom for 2 years, and he never wore a wedding ring. We were secretly seeing each other every once every weekend (when he worked). We only kissed during this though, i can honestly say, and he had no children. I still felt kind of bad, my friends joked and called me "homewrecker", which hurt, but I kind had the mentality "out of sight, out of mind". Well we had our 3 month "kissing" relationship until one night his wife showed up. She caught him touching my butt and she went after him, then shoved me (yet another night with too much alcohol that i barely remember- i dont have a problem as bad as it sounds lol) Well, two weeks went by before i had any contact with him, i felt horrible, i didnt want to see him cause i thought he wouldn't want to see me. I got a text message from him "im back in action" lol, well he left that weekend that his wife came and moved in with a relative.

Fast forward 2 years. He's divorced and now in his own apartment, and we've never been happier. We're already talking marriage and children and i love it. I'm working and going to school at night to become a nurse. We're gonna wait til i'm working to start our life together (marriage and babies). I for one cannot wait. I've never met anyone with an age difference like mine, i actually NEVER thought my life would turn out like this, but i'm so happy it did, because i truly believe that I have found my soulmate, and he feels the same exact way. We're so lovestruck for each other its actually quite sick at times lol.

Of course, like others me and my OM have worries about the future, i mean he is 19 years older. I worry about him dying before me and things like that, but I'd rather love him and get every day i can with him than worry so much. Love conquers all and is blind. I've never realized that until now. I honestly never thought I would find someone like him, that I could be so comfortable with, that has the same sense of humor. We're best friends and lovers and its the best thing ever.

Sorry for the extremely long post, i just get so excited whenever i talk about my man, he's the best :D

Ok folks.........I know I have been gone for a little while but what happened to this thread...........

For those who don't know me, I have a 36 year age gap (me 32....OM 67)

I told OM the other day that when our relationship started I said I would be happy if I was with him for 5 years......because I didnt think we would last a month (not having experienced an age gap relation before)..... Well I told him I need 10 more years.....He laughed at me and asked why.

I told him that I just can't fit a lifetime of memories and laughter into 5 years but I could try if I had 15...... He shook his head with laughter, put his arms around me and said "then 10 more it is"....

:)

Hope you are all doing well!

I thought that I had kinda killed the thread with my other post up there! lol . My OM actually read that too and thought I made him look bad. That wasn't my intention at all, plus, it looks worse than it was when it's all typed out like that.

This past weekend had to be one of the best that i've been able to spend with my OM (im 22, he's 40). I'm so sad that it had to end. We just layed around the whole time in each others arms (amongst other unmentionables :p ) and it was fantastic! I swear I get to the point where I dont think its possible to love this man any more than I do, but he just floors me and I love him more and more with each minute that passes. I could talk about him forever if ya let me!

We were talking about relationships this weekend. This is my first serious relationship and his 3rd. He's been married once, engaged twice. As we were talking about that he said something like "but the relationships that i have been in dont compare to this one, i've tested the waters and finally found the love of my life" I'm still melting from that one! I wish I could have recorded it, it was definitely halmark moment-worthy. God I freaking love him to death!

Each time I hear about an AGR succeeding and thriving, it makes me all the more greatful I have Bob in my life.

what I've learned about my relationship with my older man thus far:

~he makes me feel like a godess bodywise. Where as I sometimes lament I have a "big butt" he praises what he calls my "awesomely womanly figure". *blush*

~he never ever pressures me into doing something I feel uncomfortable doing. His attitude is "whatever steps we take in life, we take together"

~he's a gentleman. An example: Last year we took a dinner cruise. After dinner, we went outside on the deck and I was a bit chilly. Without hesitation, he took off his jacket and draped it across my shoulders. *Sigh*. When he did that I thought how could I not love this man?

~his wisdom about life and his willingness to share that wisdom with me. On the same token, he always treats me as his equal in each and every way.

~he's stable and settled financially.

~his desire for me and respect for me are so amazingly balanced.

~his comfortableness with himself and with me, only makes me feel all the more comfortable.

there are so many more reasons why I love my older man, that is just the tip of the iceburg. ;)

Each time I hear about an AGR succeeding and thriving, it makes me all the more greatful I have Bob in my life.

what I've learned about my relationship with my older man thus far:

~he makes me feel like a godess bodywise. Where as I sometimes lament I have a "big butt" he praises what he calls my "awesomely womanly figure". *blush*

~he never ever pressures me into doing something I feel uncomfortable doing. His attitude is "whatever steps we take in life, we take together"

~he's a gentleman. An example: Last year we took a dinner cruise. After dinner, we went outside on the deck and I was a bit chilly. Without hesitation, he took off his jacket and draped it across my shoulders. *Sigh*. When he did that I thought how could I not love this man?

~his wisdom about life and his willingness to share that wisdom with me. On the same token, he always treats me as his equal in each and every way.

~he's stable and settled financially.

~his desire for me and respect for me are so amazingly balanced.

~his comfortableness with himself and with me, only makes me feel all the more comfortable.

there are so many more reasons why I love my older man, that is just the tip of the iceburg. ;)

Those are the same traits I find in my husband who is the younger one in our marriage. I am 49, he is 27. Those traits are what every woman hopes to find in the man she loves no matter his age.

I do like reading these stories of success!! Very encouraging to hear that relationships can work no matter the age of the people involved.

Kudos to all of you!

Those are the same traits I find in my husband who is the younger one in our marriage. I am 49, he is 27. Those traits are what every woman hopes to find in the man she loves no matter his age.

I do like reading these stories of success!! Very encouraging to hear that relationships can work no matter the age of the people involved.

Kudos to all of you!


Guin... I don't think anyone feels that you can't find it in YM either... We are just bragging about our OM on this side.... I'm sure Your husband does have all those traits and I'm exetemely happy for you...You guys are such an inspiring couple......but remember no one is knocking the YM....but remember this is the side where we are dating married or prefer OM... gosh I've seen so many times on the OW/YM side of the boards people knocking OM and why they date YM instead.... as much as I disagree... I do agree that the preference of YM is dominat on that side...

I just don't want you to think that because we are bragging about our OM on this side we are knocking YM because we aren't ;) We love you all the same!

I'm kinda new here but this is a great topic so I'm gonna brag about my OM a bit. We're 19 years apart - together for 3. sometimes when I get upset about things, I wake up the next morning to find a bouquet of flowers in the the kitchen along with freshly baked bread (from the store - he doesn't bake...yet), and a bunch of my favorite chocolate snacks. The first and last thing I hear each day is I Love You and for lunch I get " you're the best thing that has ever happened to me"... ahhh - what more could I ask for
just some info about me and my OM: he's 42, I'm 23. We met when I was 20 while I was taking a scubadiving course - he was one of the instructors at the club. We initially started talking about the new harry potter book (we are both big fans) and one harry potter book later, we're living together and very much in love.

Those are the same traits I find in my husband who is the younger one in our marriage. I am 49, he is 27. Those traits are what every woman hopes to find in the man she loves no matter his age.

I do like reading these stories of success!! Very encouraging to hear that relationships can work no matter the age of the people involved.

Kudos to all of you!

It's so wonderful to see that love knows no age! :) ;)

Guin... I don't think anyone feels that you can't find it in YM either... We are just bragging about our OM on this side.... I'm sure Your husband does have all those traits and I'm exetemely happy for you...You guys are such an inspiring couple......but remember no one is knocking the YM....but remember this is the side where we are dating married or prefer OM... gosh I've seen so many times on the OW/YM side of the boards people knocking OM and why they date YM instead.... as much as I disagree... I do agree that the preference of YM is dominat on that side...

I just don't want you to think that because we are bragging about our OM on this side we are knocking YM because we aren't ;) We love you all the same!

I never thought for a second anyone was knocking YM. I found the thread very inspiring and just wanted to comment. I was not trying to imply that YM are better than OM or anything of the sort. I was just saying that we all hope to find good qualities in our partners regardless of age and I had found that too. Hence the name AGELESS! Maybe I'll just stay on my side of the board. I think you completely misunderstand what I was trying to say.

I never thought for a second anyone was knocking YM. I found the thread very inspiring and just wanted to comment. I was not trying to imply that YM are better than OM or anything of the sort. I was just saying that we all hope to find good qualities in our partners regardless of age and I had found that too. Hence the name AGELESS! Maybe I'll just stay on my side of the board. I think you completely misunderstand what I was trying to say.

no I must of misunderstood.. I thought maybe you thought WE were knocking OM I just didn't want YOU to feel that way:)

Now stay I LOVE your posts.... you are a very i

This thread has moved to page two....I think it needs a little refreshing. It should NEVER be on page 2....Here is my update for this post.

Deep into a conversation about how important someone else's appreciation, respect and admiration is.....his hand squeezes tighter around mine. The conversation continues with how wonderful time spent together is and how fulfilling words and feelings being shared are.

The conversation continues with the evenings spent over dinner by a fire, candles and wine...... how curling up on a couch until all hours of the night never seemed so important yet so natural ....... his hand still cupping mine......Even though his voice sounds tired, he could talk all night.........hand still over mine .......

When its time to sleep, he mentions it here and there in hopes not to dissolve the current chat but to make a point that this will all be talked about again soon.

As we say our good nights, they are so quiet and peaceful yet so loving and warm...we know tomorrow will come only waking up with smiles and reminders of all the wonderful memories we reminice about so often.

The hand that so warmly touches mine as we talked, is the reason I love him so much....that hand was never on mine but on my heart. Our conversation was over the phone. We are so close that no matter where we are when we talk, he's just as close as when we are together curled up on the couch.

He's a wonderful OM who I put on a pedestal everyday...because he deserves it for all the enchantment and life he gives me without knowing it.

my love is on a week-long fishing vacation and I miss him, so what better time to rave about him?!

I LOVE HIM! I LOVE HIM! I LOVE HIM!

well, now that I got that out of my system, oerhaps I can articulate a bit better.

I love him because he’s intelligent, witty, patient, curious, introspective, creative, successful and honest (among many, many other things). He finds joy in life’s little gifts (like fresh air, a clear sky, a good rain, etc.) and his appreciation is contagious. We were both biology majors in college and like nothing more than a walk through the woods or a night spent watching the stars waltz through the sky in each other’s company.
We are 36 years apart chronologically, but I have never felt a closer connection to anyone. He can read my mind by just looking at my face, and we can hold conversations without saying a word. We laugh, we love, we compromise and we find a way for “us” to work, even when sometimes the world says we can’t.
When I look at him, I don’t see a 59-year-old man, I see the man I love, and when I think about him my heart smiles. I love his laugh lines, his white-gray hair that still hold traces of brown near the nape of his neck (where his hair gets baby curls if he hasn’t had a hair cut in a while – adorable!), his intense green eyes and they way his skin feels right after he shaves.
Ah, I could be here all night writing about how wonderful he is (I'd build him a pedestal, but he'd just build me a taller one!) – but I want to dream about him now…enough sap for one night!