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Re: Dating someone older. Just need some advice. - June 24th 2012, 10:21 PM

As Stephen said, you both are adults. Honestly I think after you turn 18, age gaps really aren't as big of a deal anymore. Your age gap isn't too big either, its working out so I wouldn't worry about it.
I wouldn't stay in a place with strict rules either. You should ask yourself would you be happy there? Maybe you can ask your boyfriend if you can come the next time he hangs out with some friends so that you can meet some new people.
Don't think you aren't up to expectations because its amazing that you put that much effort into school. A relationship with a 24 year old doesn't mean you aren't still an amazing person, age is just a number and it doesn't mean that he isn't a good enough guy for you. So don't mind your dad, honestly he's being a bit silly about this. Maybe as time goes on he will get more used to the idea. Could you possibly invite your boyfriend over to dinner so that your dad could get to know him? That might help him to warm up to you two being together.


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