A friend has just started dating a guy who is 10 years her junior. They are very romantic and I find it very annoying because at my age there are certain things which are
just that: annoying. Maybe I am just a tiny bit jealous and feel a bit sore
that I have not done the same with my partner in a long time. What with
the kids and the pressures of being responsible to three tiny human
beings, the romance is just not what it used to be. They seem to be besotted with each other. They call each other a zillion times everyday and go on long walks in the evening
Chido's relationship with Greg has brought a few things to light. Not all of them very encouraging though. Here are some of the things that you need to consider if you are to date someone younger.
1. Parties and clubbing. Remember the last time you went clubbing and really let go and had tons of fun? This might have faded into some distant memory along with platforms and singing along to Ace of Base but let me remind you of the fun you had; carefree and clean fun which left you exhausted and exhilarated. Date someone younger and you might just get your groove back. But there is a downside: remember that time when you could run a 100metres in under a minute and still go on to run another 100metres? You cannot do that now and keep your dignity. Just as you cannot last a night of psyched intense senseless clubbing. But don't let me stop you; people have been known to die with smiles on their faces.
2. Feeling Young. It's catching; you hang around young people and you will start to feel young again. I know because I am a high school teacher and the students make me feel young. And remember you are as young as you feel. There is no downside to this.
3. The Limelight. You get into a room and people notice you. They talk about you and whisper about you. They envy you and wish they were you. But remember it's not always a good thing. They might even be laughing at you. Remember to be strong and let their snickers wash over you. After all it was your decision and you are supposed to be having fun.
4. The SEX. You can be adventurous and explore those things which you never thought you could. The sex can be great almost 70% of the time. The down side is the 30% crappy sex but I guess you can always work on that.
5. You can get away with anything. If you stroll in the park, kissing and holding hands; people just look at you condescendingly like you are mad but they will not say anything at all. Clubs and certain venues become open to you when previously they were not. It becomes permissible to do absolutely anything. Everything is placed at the door of the folly of youth. And be honest, there is no downside to this.
6. The clothes. Please throw away those yesteryear clothes that you inherited from your dead grandmother, aunt, sister etc. You need to come down to level of the person you are dating and that means a complete wardrobe change. You will require pots of money and a certain grit. If you hold on to those grandpa, granny clothes you will look your age! Downside? Goodness I do not even know where to start! Try stuffing yourself into some of the ridiculous clothes without flossing your behind and giving yourself a hernia!
If you are not in a relationship and are thinking of entering the cutthroat world of dating, consider someone young and have an adventure of a lifetime. I wish Chido joy and happy hunting guys.
love,
fadz
Chido's relationship with Greg has brought a few things to light. Not all of them very encouraging though. Here are some of the things that you need to consider if you are to date someone younger.
1. Parties and clubbing. Remember the last time you went clubbing and really let go and had tons of fun? This might have faded into some distant memory along with platforms and singing along to Ace of Base but let me remind you of the fun you had; carefree and clean fun which left you exhausted and exhilarated. Date someone younger and you might just get your groove back. But there is a downside: remember that time when you could run a 100metres in under a minute and still go on to run another 100metres? You cannot do that now and keep your dignity. Just as you cannot last a night of psyched intense senseless clubbing. But don't let me stop you; people have been known to die with smiles on their faces.
2. Feeling Young. It's catching; you hang around young people and you will start to feel young again. I know because I am a high school teacher and the students make me feel young. And remember you are as young as you feel. There is no downside to this.
3. The Limelight. You get into a room and people notice you. They talk about you and whisper about you. They envy you and wish they were you. But remember it's not always a good thing. They might even be laughing at you. Remember to be strong and let their snickers wash over you. After all it was your decision and you are supposed to be having fun.
4. The SEX. You can be adventurous and explore those things which you never thought you could. The sex can be great almost 70% of the time. The down side is the 30% crappy sex but I guess you can always work on that.
5. You can get away with anything. If you stroll in the park, kissing and holding hands; people just look at you condescendingly like you are mad but they will not say anything at all. Clubs and certain venues become open to you when previously they were not. It becomes permissible to do absolutely anything. Everything is placed at the door of the folly of youth. And be honest, there is no downside to this.
6. The clothes. Please throw away those yesteryear clothes that you inherited from your dead grandmother, aunt, sister etc. You need to come down to level of the person you are dating and that means a complete wardrobe change. You will require pots of money and a certain grit. If you hold on to those grandpa, granny clothes you will look your age! Downside? Goodness I do not even know where to start! Try stuffing yourself into some of the ridiculous clothes without flossing your behind and giving yourself a hernia!
If you are not in a relationship and are thinking of entering the cutthroat world of dating, consider someone young and have an adventure of a lifetime. I wish Chido joy and happy hunting guys.
love,
fadz
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