Make sure you agree with your partner on the future of your relationship. It's about compromise, being honest and communicative about what you're feeling, and every now and then doing something you'd rather not (or wouldn't normally) do.' - Keith (42) and Jake (52) 'No matter what the age difference, you both have to accept each other for who you are, including all those things that drive you absolutely bonkers (remembering that the grass is always greener until you get to that side that's when you realize it has its own weeds). 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.
