Boys to Men

What it takes to date younger men. Men who, in my eyes, are yet boys.

I realize it entails a respectable amount of courage. Courage to accept what it means for the kind of person that you are, the impression you would make on others, the way of life you eventually settle down to. The conversations that shape your experiences, and the experiences that shape your attitudes; they become you. Either that, or you lose yourself.

What is it about love? Do I need an intellectual connection? Or perhaps merely companionship. What form of companionship, then? Pets can be great company too. How important is physical comfort and emotional support? If he doesn't understand you, can he really soothe the pain? But if you think being together is all about being happy, is there such a thing as objective fun?

Along with the many unknowns are promises of great risk. Risks of failed expectations. Expectations which are properly self-imposed. In the end, I know there's no need for a reason to fall in love. In fact, one doesn't have to be in love to embark on a relationship. But if only it weren't such damaging vice.