Is it normal for a 18 year old female to date a 30 year old man?

I have the same issue except I am the 30yo guy, no kids tho
She went out of her way to catch my attention, the idea had never crossed my mind before then, she's also very like me, which is strange and I can pass for early 20s, which she didn't know at first but finding out hasn't changed her mind

I feel awkward about it due to her age and have been very cautious with the whole thing
I know it won't work out, the age gap will come into play eventually and I don't want her to get hurt
I do really like her and need to get it sorted out soon, one way or the other

I don't think I would really care all that much. I'm 20, and I've met a lot of 30 year olds in college who I surprisingly connected with on a much deeper level then with many guys I met who are my own age. They seem to talk about more meaningful things. I kinda would rather sit and talk with a 30 yr old about something that was just on the news, then talk to a guy my age who acts like he only wants to talk about sex all the time.

Sure, there is an age difference, but I think that in 2011 it's becoming really common now. I think since there is an age difference, you could probably learn to balance each other out in certain aspects.

no . and agreed with Tehboss(77697) Gold digger should be written across your little 18 year old forhead .

I'm in my 30's and the thought of dating someone who just graduated high school is laughable at best. I'd question his motives and maturity.

gold digger

if you like him, go for it! screw society follow your instincts! the decision is yours not ours.

I duno I mean I myself tend to go for older men because I find them more interesting, but again that does depends on the person. I think if there is a spark there then try it?

I'm 17 and dammit I would love to go out with a guy much older than me. Iv always like guys who are older. I find older men attractive

It doesn't matter what others think. Don't let their hangups on age get to you. As long as you're both consenting adults it should be fine. Just go with the flow and see where it takes the two of you.

He won't have any money - he'll be getting financially ass-raped for years thanks to the kids. Never mind his age - he has no money!

What can you talk about with some 18 year old kid? I'm 30 and even 25's stretching it. Immaturity is a BIG turnoff though the media keeps trying to play the young body thing up all the time.

...yeah, thats KINDA sick. nevermind, please seek help. thats really gross people might think your a prostitute....your only 18 you can do way better plus hes got baggage!! (2 kids!!) for gods sake!

Don't let any of these clowns put you down if you wanna date him go for it don't live your life thinking about "society" its all down to your happiness age is just a number you never know he could be the one don't base your decision off these self righteous people on IIN

Life is too short, go for it.

Disclaimer: I am 35 MALE.

he wants you for sex, hes thinking with the wrong head, it wont last when you build a relationship on such superficial means.

Just be careful.

That age difference is not that significant. What is significant is your comment that you don't know what you may have in common. That right there tells me there is little reason for a relationship.

Don't go for it, it won't last. Many people who get involved with younger people tend to get annoyed by the major maturity level of the person. Believe me, age has a lot to do with it because everyone goes through similar stages around the same age. Eventually he'll leave you because he realized that you're too young. Trust me, it won't work. Happens all the time

Well, if he's rich, that's certainly something you have to watch out for. Nowadays MANY young girls go for the rich guys because of the money. As for the age different, I honestly find it pretty weird, but it's as they say, "Age is just a number."

In my opinion, I usually go for the guys who are five or less years older than me, but love is love! You can't choose that person, easy as that :).
I hope this helped!

Society won't go for it. Whether you yourself go for it is a matter for you and him. It works for some people I know, it doesn't for others.