I’m f43 who has been with m34 for almost 2 yrs, but we are amicably, (sadly for both of us) parting ways. We initially began as casual but the connection was very strong and just undeniable for both of us. We fell in love and it’s been great in so many healthy growth ways for the both of us. We are parting ways because I cannot have more children, he very much cannot miss out on being a father, because he would be amazing at it. Culturally & religiously speaking his family would also not accept me, because I’m divorced & have kids.

I’m looking at this from a very logical perspective, if I were to insist on him staying with me, he would eventually build up resentment towards me, for possibly not having children or going against his family for me. Both those things would break my heart because he’s so close to his family.

My questions to all of you who may be reading this, is have you experienced similar, when dating younger? Have you gotten back together with your younger partner after time apart? Am I being too logical, by insisting he go see what’s out there for him in his own community & religion? I’m open to hear what others in similar situations may have done. Thanks