Dating over 40

Go for it Julius! Over 40 is young as is over 50. And over 60. Lots and lots of single, seperated, widowed and divorced out there ......... and most of them like hugs etc. Before leaving Ireland I knew quite a few people of that age that were seeing someone and over here it's all the rage.
A few years ago, two people I know from LA - both partners dead - got married and honeymooned in Europe. The called to our place in Dublin for a couple of nights on their way home. He then was 83, she was 80 (and almost blind). Exceptional of course but it goes to show you how two people who like each other's company hook up. Incidentaly all their children and grand children were for it. Sooooooo Julius ........... there's someone out there that often thinks of you and would love to be with you. You go gal!

Today is my birthday WeyHey! Going to see the stage version of The Wizard of Oz tonight, then a bite and a few gargles. 63 years young and flying it.

Dunno, and don't wanna know. However, just a warning, remember what happened to Paul McCartney! BUT, you could find happiness too as Maria Del Rosario Cayetana Fitz James-Stuart did! Check out http://news.yahoo.com/rich-spanish-duchess-weds-third-time-age-85-124341285.html

Take it easy, and good luck JC.

Any women in their 40s into dating guys in their 20s or is that a myth?

I just asked HSH about people she knows that dated and hooked up for at least one year. Seems 70% - 30% ....... the latter being the unsuccessful and eventually going their own way. Personally, I know of two couples that met on the net and they both seem to be doing OK. One of them was from Ireland, met his soul mate on here about 7 years ago and now lives in NY. They are in their 50s so have no kids. The other pair are doing IVF due to some minor problem so are obviously committed.
I don't really see how it can be any more fraught than meeting someone in a pub/festival/dance/holiday. Go for it. The world is full of people who have different needs/priorities. Don't get offended if someone tries to get you in the sack on the first date ........... have you ever seen a single fella refuse a bit of slap 'n tickle? State your parameters ......... this can be done in a nice friendly way. And if the guy is still interested ....... well!
I'd approach it all in a very positive way. You'd take the normal precautions as you would in doing anything. But most men are not perfect (excluding moi ) so ideals may have to be watered down a little. However, best of luck and I really mean it.:)

Thanks Dovies, I feel a lot better now that I'm not doomed to one of those old men propped up against the local bar :-D