Okay, so here's the scoop:

There's an attractive young custodian working the evening shift at the company I work for (I'm a Programmer Analyst). We've pleasantly chit-chatted when-ever she's passed by my cubical or we pass each other in the hall, and she seems like a nice down-to-earth person I would like to get to know better.

The thing is, I'm 33 and based on what she looks like and the type of activities I've learned she participates in, I could guess that she's possibly 10 years younger than me. (Honestly, I'm not sure about her age. :? She could be 28 for all I know. My last girlfriend looked a lot younger than she really was, so the same could be true for this person.)

The question becomes: should I ask her out? While we're both adults, there are certainly issues one needs to deal with when it comes to an age gap.

For my part, having considerably more life experience can cause a significant difference in attitude about things such as spending, entertainment, phase of life, etc. On her side, (If she really is 10+ years younger) I might come off as the creapy older guy trying to date someone way too young.

So what's the verdict?

The age difference doesn't seem like an issue to me. However, the fact that she's a co-worker is a red flag. Don't ask her out unless you think she is SERIOUSLY worth it, and that you could see yourself having a long-term relationship together. Because regardless of what happens, you will have to see her every day.

my gf is 11 years younger than me. No problems. Been together for 2 years (I'm 36, she's 25). She's the mature one.

My crystal ball says she's an alien brain sucker in disquise. Personally, I wouldn't ask her out, but hey, whatever floats your boat!

I helped get someone fired once... it was fun. But only because he deserved it. I just provided the evidence.

Wow! You should get the "Lurker of the Year" award. You've been a member for more than a year and only now placed your first post!

In a sense, I feel honored for being the first to coax you out!