The Dynamics of Cougar/Cub relationships

[dfairbanks]

Relationships end and start regardless of the age difference...
the key is to know and stay friends/ly ...
it seems like nothing lasts forever, which is something no one wants to admit
but there it is ... but we don't stop there right!?

[lunamor]

"Relationships end and start"

That sums it all up, actually!

[piper]

I really enjoy the company of older women. here's why;
Older women tend be able to relate better because they've experienced more in life, I can actually have an intellectual conversation with them, in my experience they tend to appreciate people for they're unique qualities as opposed to judging. regarding sex, and all things associated with, i find older women are far better communicators, they verbalize what they like and don't like and i hate to state the obvious but it makes all the difference in a relationship, intimate or other.

[lunamor]

Desiring forever and recognizing that it isn't guaranteed does NOT equate to a mentality that considers everything as disposable.
Relationships end and start - whether we like the idea or not.

[piper]

In response to tarni, perhaps i'm naiive but i'd like to think most relationship aren't begun with an end in site. you love and marry and have children because of the idea of being together forever, and making your partner happy and vice versa. In the event that forever gets cut short, you take what that relationship has taught you and you use it for your next forever. one thing to remember is that forever isn't always a measure of only time, but also of the emotional and spiritual influence you impose upon another, that will always be with somebody even if you're not.
it's just like losing a loved one, they may have passed away, but as long as you live they are in you're heart, and that is forever, so cheer up.

[lunamor]

You make some good points, piper.

[wetnwild]

Piper, I am very impressed with your line of thinking for someone so young. How old are you again? You have obviously put some thought into this!

[lunamor]

"starting a relationship with the thinking that it isnt forever is just defeatist"

Of course; if you're involved and interested you give 100% effort. Having said that, awareness that "forever" is a possibility but not a certainty isn't defeatist. I think that kind of awareness actually encourages us to cherish each other even more, and not to take anything or anyone for granted.

Yeah wetnwild, I agree: piper seems like he's really got his head screwed on tight

[houstoncougar]

am going to have to say that I also think piper has a good head on his shoulders. The fact that forever is in your heart no matter what is especially meaningful to me.

[warwagon86]

i don't believe its fair to label everyone with that brush (in reference to the first post) but when your younger yo do not think about relationships

i mean im 23 turning 24 and i have had my fair share of heart breaks and one nighters so to be fair i would think alot more about relationships and possibilities now than i would have when i was 18.

to me your age shouldn't matter its the chemistry between you and the other person - looks, age, religion all that should be thrown out the window and you should go with your feelings. not prejudices set forward by others.