Ever since Neanderthal men first learned to bonk us on our heads and drag us to their lairs, the older man/younger woman scenario has been the norm. And let’s not fool ourselves: it still is. But these days, we have more options. We’re economically and socially free to choose our mates, be they of our own vintage or otherwise. The older woman/younger man scenario no longer raises eyebrows. Ladies, welcome to the Age of the Cougar.
Be warned, however, not all of society is on the same page, so while dating a younger man has its plusses, it also has its minuses. Here’s what we mean.
When going out to dinner at a fancy restaurant
PRO: As the more seasoned and better travelled person, you get to pass on your greater experience with fine food and wine. Perhaps even charm him with an anecdote or two about roasting goat meat over an open fire while backpacking in Andorra.
CON: The waiter takes his drink order, then asks him, “And what sill your auntie be having to drink, sir?”
When going dancing
PRO: He knows all the hot places, all the new dances, and has boundless energy, enough to dance all night and still have lots left over for later . . . if you know what I mean.
CON: You’re used to having your blankie tucked under your chin by eleven . . . which is the time he actually intends to come pick you up for your date.
Arts, music and culture
PRO: He’ll see you as a fountain of knowledge. There are so many things you can teach him, and so many ways to be his muse.
CON: He’ll give you a blank look when you mention bands like REO Speedwagon, and the information that “We Are The World” for Haiti is actually a remake just might floor him.
Your body, his temple
PRO: Most men are less judgmental than you think. You may hate your poochy tummy, but to him, you’re a goddess. One who’s old enough to know not to giggle or chew gum while making out.
CON: If you go back to his place, brace yourself for all the posters of 19-year-old supermodels on his wall, and Lara Croft on his computer wallpaper. He’s a man, after all, and men like to look.
His previous relationships
PRO: Less baggage, such as ex-wives, children, broken hearts, bitterness, and all the emotional clutter that comes with it.
CON: Less experience, which makes him more likely to suffer from foot-in-mouth disease when it comes to talking things through.
When you’re in bed
PRO: He’s in his sexual prime, practically drowning in hormones. Enthusiastic, energetic, and happy to pick up a few tips from someone who’s taken a few more trips around the planet than he has.
CONS: What cons? Did you really think there’d be cons to this? Roar, cougars! Roar!
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