Age difference

I expect he’s just being friendly. A man can just be a friend without having to date them.

Follow your own inner feelings, what have you got to lose ? I always feel that mentality is a lot more important than age. You may chat and find him totally not your type so you then have your answer, but if it all goes well .... life’s too short to not explore future happiness .. good luck.

If you do go out with him , how would you feel about an intimate relationship? Personally I wouldnt have the confidence , but you may be different.

Go for it but be careful about the money side of things. There are a lot of people out there who are not nice (not saying he's one of them though!)

Next Sunday why not introduce him to your friends, and see if he is only interested in talking to you.

EllanV I don't think church is a strange place to meet. My church even has a singles club. I have not used it as I think all the men at church know I am a widow and if they want to meet me they can always ask me after church.
Where do people meet their other halves anyway? I met my late husband at work. Previously I was briefly engaged to a young man working on a ship when I was a passenger. That didn't last long as he was arrested for stealing. He was lovely!
I never had many boyfriends, unfortunately, as I dashed into marriage much too early.
I don't know of any male/female friendships which are not based on physical appearance and sexual desire. Do you?

My lovely dh was 20 yrs older than me . together over 40 yrs

I have a friend who is 60 and her husband of 15 years is just celebrating his 45th birthday, age is just a number!

I think Smiley is right, He may well just be looking a for a friend and you were sitting alone and looked friendly.

Why do we always assume every male/female relationship has to be based on physical appearance and sexual desire?

Strange meeting place ? Maybe it's because I'm a wary person. A restaurant I could have understood. Go carefully !

Annaraml how wonderful for you to be admired and possibly desired. Enjoy every moment and don’t worry about the gossips. Of course your feet are firmly on the ground. Have fun.

So he’s what, about 60 ish?
If he asks go. Don’t give him any money as Monica said.
I know a few people where the lady is older by between 8 and 18 years. And they are happy.
I just found it a bit sad that you felt the need to describe your hair, your teeth, your shape, your skin. Maybe, just maybe, he thought you looked like a lovely, friendly, nice, person. Regardless of age or looks.
Maybe he’s just looking for a friend and you seemed approachable, warm and friendly.
Good luck whichever way it pans out ? x

Well, if he asks you out for a coffee or lunch, it will be no different than if a younger female friend invited you.
You owe it to yourself to go!
I hope he does ask you.

I am not bothered by a small age gap but 15 years??

Hi all, I am 77 and have been told I look a lot younger, still have my natural reddish blonde hair and all my own teeth, fairly good skin, but could do with losing a few pounds. He may be keen to make new friends but in that case why did he settle on me? At coffee I usually sit with the same 4 ladies of my own age and this time they did not come and sit with me but sat nearby and occasionally looked at me and the sexy Italian guy. I bet they had a good old gossip! Yes, if he does ask me out I will go and I hope it is only to the cinema or a nice restaurant. Not dancing, or anything sporty.

Don't worry, I will be on my guard!!! Don't know what my kids would think!.

How old are you OP? Bear in mind he might be older than he looks! At the moment just relax and see what happens. Maybe he's just keen to make new friends. If he does ask you out I'd go and just have a nice time. If it's obvious he's interested in you, then I would lightheartedly bring up the age thing. Would you be bothered by an age gap?

But if after a few dates, he asks whether you could lend him some money/facilitate some deal through your bank account, cut and run.

Go for it!