These differences can be a source of frustration and annoyance, but when you learn to embrace and appreciate the differences, you realize they are what balance things out and lead to a more fulfilling and well-rounded life. Our relationship differences are more about our personality differences - whether it's hobbies and interests, introvert versus extrovert, cynical (I prefer 'realistic' or 'practical') versus upbeat, etc. Maybe at the very start, though I was more mature for my age so that probably helped. Our age difference has never really been an issue.
"Jake and I have been together for over 21 years. Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders.