As Ronin said, it might be wise not to limit yourself by using age as the primary requirement for mail order brides. In my particular situation, I'm 38 and she's 28. What I found fascinating is her maturity level. My last 2 LTRs with AW, the women were 6 & 8 years older, respectively. From a mental standpoint, my RW is on par or above them and her interests and set of values are much more *in tune* with my own. From a physical standpoint... heh heh, noooo contest! But for me, this was just icing on the cake. I'm the type who is more easily seduced by a woman's mind, than her body. While physical appearance is important, it's nice to be able to hold a meaningful conversation once in a while too. A brainless bimbo does nothing for me. (However one of my foremen has different criteria "I like 'em blond and stupid, the dumber the better!" LMFAO but - to each his own.)
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Well, it seems that the resounding answer to the "age difference" question is "it depends", which makes sense. How you look and act is more important than the age number itself. I guess mail order brides are ultimately and simply women, and where they live does not alter these basis instincts. Can any of you guys give some input on the "tours vs mail order brides dating agencies" question? I'm considering a European Connections tour to Kiev in October, but have read that it is better to rent an apartment and work through an mail order brides dating agency (Bridge of Love?). Is there an area on this forum where this has been discussed? This area (SYR) has some great Italian restaurants, but in my opinion, it's the antithesis of what Tom Cruise called a "target rich environment" in Top Gun :-).
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