hello!
its beeen sooo lonnng since been on here!
anyway i just wanted peoples opinions? is a 7 year age difference in a potential partner too much?
I havnt met the guy yet but im put off already :S
Alvena, for some couples even a 15 year age difference is no big deal. And for others, even a 5 year difference can be too much. I know of a couple with a 10 year age difference who have had a very rocky marriage. At the same time I know of another couple with a 10 year age difference who have a more mature and stable marriage.
With that said, none of us can give you an absolute answer because none of us know YOU better than YOU. Get to meet the guy and then base your decision. It's possible that, despite his age, he could have a very youthful personality or he might even look considerably younger than his age.
In the end, do what YOU know is best for you. Do you feel that you connect more easily to people closer to your age? Or do you prefer an older partner? Everyone is different. For example, I prefer someone closer to my age because I KNOW my personality well enough to know that I'd find it tougher connecting to a guy who is considerable older. If YOU as an individual feel that you'll have a hard time connecting to the guy, regardless of how much your parents might brush off the age issue or pressure you, do voice your concerns and opinions. Think about things carefully before making a decision. Best wishes.