Younger man

[missipp]

I am late 38, female, single, no kids, got my own place, good job etc.
Met a guy at a bar last week and we really hit it off. Great conversation, he's funny, seemed mature and extremely attractive..!
We exchanged numbers and have been chatting but he's only 26!!! 😫
I'm so torn. I know it's not going to be a serious relationship or anything like that, but I like him and I'm tempted to meet and have a good time.
Would you do it?

I guess the question is whether you're looking for something more serious - e.g. long term partner and family. If so, is a FWB going to be a distraction? Are you likely to waste time hoping that he's going to commit, only to find he eventually goes off with somebody his own age?

Yes, absolutely. Go for it.

Go for it. You’re both old enough to make your own choices so as long as you are both aware that its just a fling and no one being led on then definitely do it. Have some fun.

It's only a 12 year gap, if he were 36 and you 48 it wouldn't seem like such a difference. Depends on what you want. A 26 yo man is unlikely to want something serious with a 38 year old woman. But if he's up for a fling it could be fun.

Is he aware of your age? I think that's crucial unless this is going to be just for sex thing.