does age really matter?

I think that there are exceptions to be found of couples with a huge age difference who did just fine, but in general I think that a huge age difference is not conducive to a successful relationship. You can't argue with true love, though, and as I said sometimes these unions do great. I don't think you should seek it out, though. I think that most of the time we do better with a person closer to our own age.

If she feels that she loves this man then let it be. Love is a beautiful thing, it does not have an age limit on it. I dated a couple of men who were about the same age as my parents!

I think the family's right because for the purpose that she might find other man which is right to her age. Their might be problems that will arise due to big gap on their age. ANother thing, its like you're marrying your father. The gap is very far and people who see this can't take it. But, what can we do to a heart who loves, maybe she'll find it later on after marrying this man, or maybe the girl has her own reasons why she marry the man.

I'm married to a man that's 35 years older than me... My mother loves him, father, well whatever. Thing is, when you fall in love with someone it doesn't matter, truly, you don't care if you'll have to take care of that person in 10-15 years because you love them so much it hurts to see a life without them. Yes anyone can live without the person they love, because they did it before they met, but it's so hard, This way you have someone you know will be there for you and you will be there for them. I love my husband very much. Some people are closed minded, and try and hurt you with what they have to say, but in all reality, who's decision is it to make? I think it's your own, because it's your life, Hey, If you make a mistake, it's yours to fix, But never should it be regreted, it's a learning experience, as everything is... And yeah, life isn't going to be so easy, but it definately is nice to spend the life you have with someone you can confide in, love and respect, rather than someone you could stand to live without... I know if i didn't have my husband, the love of my life, I would have so much trouble living in this world, the way it is....

Number 1: Twenty-two is way too young to be married in today's world anyways. Number 2: They may be in love, and if that's the case good for them. Based on the posted details though, I would ask what the guy does for a living, and what his bank account/retirement funds look like. JLD

hmmm.. i would like to bring to light one of the most popular celebrity couples... micheal douglas and catherine zeta jones... from what i know h is older than her dad.. they seem to be very happy... guys i think its uoto the two people to make their marriage work... not their age....

Age gap is really matter. When the girl reaches 32 the man will be 80. This is where the problem lies. The man can no longer be "active". The girl will be living the rest of her life in emptiness. This can lead the girl(wife) to look for a younger man in time to come. I say this because I've seen many cases happened like that.

well that depends on the girl and the guy she is marrying.if both of them are agreeing to this then no one can do anything about it.i think it is there right to marry after a certain legal age. Now about my personal thoughts marriages are not really successful until and unless they get the permission of there parents..whether easily or forcefully.When girl is ready parents cant do anything. And abt the thing you asked,,,,who know what is going to happen after 15yrs...live the life now...then wait n see what is in store later.as that is gonna happen somehow dis way or that way. i cant say wht i think...but i can just say..come and lets wish them happy married life.thats it.

love is blind they say. if she is truly in love then there is no problem of age

love is dimensionless.....simply.....

I think the family members of the family are just saying the good and the truth for her. Because i dont think so that the father or the mother even allowed their child to marry with old peoples.And a successful person is who, who obeys his or her elders.

That is a really big age difference ,but if she loves the guy and sfe wants to spend her life with him ,then that is her choice no one forced her.Rember one thing in life AGE IS NOTHING BUT A NUMBER.

Personally, I am 25 and my boyfriend is 40. Less than the age difference you are talking about, but pretty significant anyway. I think it can work though. Sometimes people are surprised when they find out our age difference and I know some people disapprove. But I love him, and we get along better than I have ever gotten along with anyone in my life. I think that the numbers are not quite as important as the dynamic between the 2 people.

What is wrong in it? Most of the teenagers now a days prefer aged men as their life partner for obvious reasons. I feel that may be aged men provide protection to the family which is not available with young men. Aged people tend to understand and therefore even if there is a rift between the couple the understanding among them saves the family.

I think that the girl is right. We can't help who we fall in love with. Age should play no part unless of course the person is underage, then it would matter. But they are both adults and can do what they want. When I was 26 I was in love with a 36 year old and we had a great relationship. We broke it off because of distance. So, no..age shouldn't be a factor.

I strongly say that the family is right... There is no meaning in a girl of 22yrs marrying a man of 50yrs... The girl should listen to her family...

i think love is the only thing neccessary but i dont know wat will happen after 10-15yrs

i think age doesnt matter what matters is how well they know each other

ie they r happy den its not any trouble

I know when i was growing up the more my family told me not to do something the more i wanted to prove them wrong. If they perhaps just back off a little maybe she will have time to think about what she wants. I know this is not going to sound great to alot of people, but if she does marry him i'm sure if it does not work out, there is always a divorce. Lets face it one more divorce in our lives these days is nothing. give her time to think