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To ask about 56 year old men?

339 replies

Jumell · 05/12/2024 07:58

Just that really.

What kind of things do they like in general? Have they got good stamina ? I suppose it depends how they live their lives. Would love some feedback on things like -

kind of things they’d like to receive for birthdays /Xmas

music they like?

in case someone’s asking - I’ve got a little crush 🤣

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AlbertCamusflage · 05/12/2024 08:01

I suspect they are all different.

Grumpyoldpersonwithcats · 05/12/2024 08:03

I'm a bloke aged slightly older than that. I'd say it depends entirely on the individual.
I like fine wine and classical music, I have friends who prefer beer and heavy metal. So sorry - can't really help other than to suggest you ask him about himself.

username299 · 05/12/2024 08:03

What kind of things do they like in general?
Watching sports, bird watching, DIY, fast cars and gardening.

Have they got good stamina ?
They can walk up a flight of stairs without pausing.

birthdays /Xmas
4 cans of premium lager and some pork scratchings.

music they like
Oasis, The Jam, Chemical Brothers, The Orb and Blondie.

tuvamoodyson · 05/12/2024 08:03

I don’t know. Are 56 year old women all the same?

Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:03

Grumpyoldpersonwithcats · 05/12/2024 08:03

I'm a bloke aged slightly older than that. I'd say it depends entirely on the individual.
I like fine wine and classical music, I have friends who prefer beer and heavy metal. So sorry - can't really help other than to suggest you ask him about himself.

Thank you. He likes football 🙌

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Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:04

tuvamoodyson · 05/12/2024 08:03

I don’t know. Are 56 year old women all the same?

No not at all !

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Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:04

username299 · 05/12/2024 08:03

What kind of things do they like in general?
Watching sports, bird watching, DIY, fast cars and gardening.

Have they got good stamina ?
They can walk up a flight of stairs without pausing.

birthdays /Xmas
4 cans of premium lager and some pork scratchings.

music they like
Oasis, The Jam, Chemical Brothers, The Orb and Blondie.

Thank you 🙌

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Fireworknight · 05/12/2024 08:04

They can vary. I know someone recently who died from alcohol poisoning at that age, and others who does long distance swims.

Music - again, the choice is huge - rock, blues, folk, punk. They were teens in the 80s so could have been a New Romantic ( Duran Duran) or into heavy metal (The Damned).

Present - whiskey is my first thought, but equally they may not drink whiskey.

tuvamoodyson · 05/12/2024 08:05

Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:04

No not at all !

Then how can we know what 56 year old men like? Are they all the same?

Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:06

Fireworknight · 05/12/2024 08:04

They can vary. I know someone recently who died from alcohol poisoning at that age, and others who does long distance swims.

Music - again, the choice is huge - rock, blues, folk, punk. They were teens in the 80s so could have been a New Romantic ( Duran Duran) or into heavy metal (The Damned).

Present - whiskey is my first thought, but equally they may not drink whiskey.

Sorry to hear about the one who died

my mum had alcohol issues added young (relatively)

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username299 · 05/12/2024 08:06

Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:04

Thank you 🙌

You're welcome.

EnterFunnyNameHere · 05/12/2024 08:06

Well, they are all one amorphous mass, so having never met this man I can confidently say he's:

Really into cars
Loves vintage movies
Hates spam
Moderate stamina
Has a fake leg but it's very well concealed
Would have been an adventurer but took an arrow to the knee (hence the fake leg)
Likes dry bumming
Mostly enjoy hurdy gurdy music
Would love a multi pack of blancmange (Princes brand, nothing but the best)

Hope that helps!

Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:06

And died * young

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MrsMoastyToasty · 05/12/2024 08:06

DH is 56. He likes (in no particular order).

Cooking
Formula 1.
Beer
Rugby
Family time.
DIY tools.
Drinking fizzy drinks (doesn't drink hot drinks).
Queen
80's music.

Jumell · 05/12/2024 08:06

EnterFunnyNameHere · 05/12/2024 08:06

Well, they are all one amorphous mass, so having never met this man I can confidently say he's:

Really into cars
Loves vintage movies
Hates spam
Moderate stamina
Has a fake leg but it's very well concealed
Would have been an adventurer but took an arrow to the knee (hence the fake leg)
Likes dry bumming
Mostly enjoy hurdy gurdy music
Would love a multi pack of blancmange (Princes brand, nothing but the best)

Hope that helps!

Edited

🤣

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StainlessSeal · 05/12/2024 08:08

@EnterFunnyNameHere ...I don't suppose you listen to All Killa do you?

orangewasp · 05/12/2024 08:08

Most of the ones on online dating seem to like women younger than themselves.

Your post suggests that you are, so I'd say you're in there OP!

Dobbythechristmaself · 05/12/2024 08:08

Hmm, I’m all for an older man crush. But you sound very young OP. If you’re under 30, be very fucking careful what you are doing. Can I assume he’s single and available? Because I couldn’t be arsed feeling excited for your crush if you are some young twat chasing a married man. Hopefully not.

NoEscapingMe · 05/12/2024 08:08

My DP is 56. I'm younger. I expect they're all different. Mine has plenty of stamina I'm happy to report. I suppose you'd need to know his likes. Mine likes sport, a few beers, going away for romantic breaks, nice long walks, meals out, relaxing at home, cooking together and so much more. I think it's more down to compatibility. Does he know you have a crush?

Dobbythechristmaself · 05/12/2024 08:09

As for what they typically like….young vulnerable impressionable women. Very few would not take advantage of that.

Dobbythechristmaself · 05/12/2024 08:10

Oh my Hod, I’m so cynical. When did that happen😭

Anonanon14 · 05/12/2024 08:10

I'm in a relationship with a 54 year old, he likes:

  • sitting on his phone for hours a day
  • playing Xbox for hours
  • drinking every day
  • going to the pub and seeing friends
  • football
  • saying up until 2am and sleeping in the day
  • destroying my life
I'm sure that's not ages specific though and I just got "lucky" 🤣
Pigeonqueen · 05/12/2024 08:10

I’m guessing you’re a lot younger given that you’re asking this? I think the age gap becomes more relevant as people enter their 50s (I’m older than my dh and it’s now that it’s hitting). Generally people slow down a bit, get tired more, become a bit grumpier. Mass generalisation of course. That’s just my observation.

Daschund1 · 05/12/2024 08:13

DH 56 hates football and never watches any sports whatsoever. He walks between 3-10 miles a day with the dogs and plays golf with our DS...a lot in Summer.
Music...a proper New Romantic 80s boy.
Artistic and also a member of the dodgy handshake brigade for years. His heart is in the right place. I know no one quite likes him but not all women my age are the same either.

Missionimprobable · 05/12/2024 08:14

Ooh a crush 😍
We'll need more info on your crush!
56 Yr old men are just like 56 Yr old women.
They are 21 Yr olds trapped in a 56 Yr old body wondering wtaf went wrong 😁
I'm 58 btw.
I've nothing constructive to add except that I'm excited for your crush!