Emily, I enjoyed your way of observing the problem of a true relationship. A quality man or woman is difficult to recognize at first. It takes time to cultivate the relationship to then define whether or not the person is of quality. There is also that blend of two people that will help to encourage a relationship. I have found in my relationships that age is not a problem. Yet so many younger people seek someone of their own age which many times leads to inexperience in knowing how to have a relationship. We should talk some day and hash over our opinion on this and other matters. Please continue to read my stories, mostly poetry. Be well, Mark