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Younger man dilemma

19 replies

Lookslikeapotato · 17/12/2022 18:05

I'm 35, he's 29.

We had a one night stand last summer when i was fresh from my marriage break up and he's kept in touch on and off. He wants to see me again as we had a great connection and great sex. However i cant explain how hot this guy is. He has the most amazing body, face, smile, funny... hes a complete 10/10 and then some.

As my name suggests, i look like a potato. Divrocee, Single mum to 2 kids under 5 and im round with stretch marks and saggy boobs. I cant contour my face or do make up much in general.

I worry that in the sober light of day ill look and feel ridiculous next to him so i keep putting him off.
He says i need to give him the opportunity to show me how much he wants me as hes not faking it.

Whay would you do?

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growgrowinggrown · 17/12/2022 18:08

He's already seen you naked from your 1 night stand and keeps coming back for more so safe to say he liked what he saw.
Maybe get out of her own head a bit and enjoy it for what it is.

rainbowandglitter · 17/12/2022 18:11

That's not a big age gap. Go for it.

EvenMoreFuriousVexation · 17/12/2022 18:16

It's a 6 year gap, you're hardly cradle snatching.

Go on a few dates with him, see what happens.

Treacletoots · 17/12/2022 18:19

He wants you, but for what exactly?

The age gap not a problem. But I would be wary of what he was actually looking for given that it started with just sex. As long as you're both open and honest then you can decide whether or not to move forward with it.

DallasWinston · 17/12/2022 18:21

Totally go for it. Enjoy! What will be will be. Keep yr heart safe but, enjoy the fun.

Userengage · 17/12/2022 18:27

I thought this age gap was going to be huge but nope. Go for it.

Sunnytwobridges · 17/12/2022 18:50

6 years isn’t anything , I thought it was going to be at least 10/12 years difference.

JenniferWooley · 17/12/2022 18:57

My ex was 6 years younger than me & I was also a mum to 2 under 5's with the accompanying stretch marks & wobbly bits! He was (& still is) a very attractive man.

We started as a post divorce fling, lasted 10 years & had DS!

Just go for it OP!

Lookslikeapotato · 17/12/2022 19:14

Thanks. I don't know what he's after but would be good just have some fun if nothing else. X

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DallasWinston · 17/12/2022 19:20

Have some fun OP.

Circumferences · 17/12/2022 19:30

You really sound like you're lacking confidence.

Divorces are very hard to go through and that may well have shattered your self esteem.
Men can be attracted to all sorts of traits, you may have a brilliant sense of humour? Fantastic talent in certain areas, a striking dress sense, anything really. The naked body you're so shy about will probably have little to do with it.

The age gap is practically non existent. Get yourself an inner pep talk and go with it!

girlmom21 · 17/12/2022 19:31

Have some fun OP! That's hardly an age gap at all and he clearly fancies you!

YRGAM · 17/12/2022 20:17

Men aren't just interested in looks, but he clearly likes your looks as well as your character as he's definitely pursuing you. Go for it and enjoy!

Aikko · 17/12/2022 22:58

Treacletoots · 17/12/2022 18:19

He wants you, but for what exactly?

The age gap not a problem. But I would be wary of what he was actually looking for given that it started with just sex. As long as you're both open and honest then you can decide whether or not to move forward with it.

Maybe he likes the thrill of the chase - with OP playing hard to get.

Hopeyoursproutsarealreadyon · 17/12/2022 23:00

I was 41 when I met dh 31. Been 10 years now. Married 7 years with a dc...

KettrickenSmiled · 17/12/2022 23:07

He says i need to give him the opportunity to show me how much he wants me as hes not faking it.

Some men fancy real women more than barbie dolls OP.
Stop mithering yourself about 6 short years difference. You wouldn't be worried if he were 41 to your 35 would you?

Luredbyapomegranate · 17/12/2022 23:07

Good god, what are you waiting for woman.

Enjoy it as a fling. Sounds a tonic.

Lookslikeapotato · 17/12/2022 23:13

Point taken- I'm going for it!

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Lookslikeapotato · 17/12/2022 23:14

Thank you everyone x

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