The Plaudits v The Punches...where you stood on no-strings sex debate
THE PLAUDITS
‘You’re clearly an attractive woman and giving people an insight into the whale of a time you have had takes guts and strength. If you fancy meeting up for a drink, let me know.’ Male, Britain ‘I have just read about your story. What you did is great – a celebration of life, so many people should think and learn about it.’ Male, Spain ‘I’m 23 and from London. I’m just going to cut to the chase and ask if you would like to meet up some time? No strings attached, of course! I can see why younger men like me would find you irresistible.’ Male, Britain ‘I have to say I really love your style. You’re a great-looking woman, so sexy chick even at your age. I’m 18 and love the women of your age. Could be great to get a message from you.’ Male, Prague ‘I enjoyed reading your piece. I thought there was a real honesty behind the story and a refreshing open-mindedness about relationships with age gaps. Why anyone even bats an eyelid any more is beyond me.’ Male, Britain
THE PUNCHES
‘This woman is an embarrassment – her sons must be mortified. If she has to behave like this there is no need to tell the world. The only reason these young men are going with her is because they are desperate and she is letting them use her. It’s sad really.’ Female, UK
‘Bees flock to an open honeypot and don’t read the best-by date on the jar.’ Female, UK ‘Young men see her as the butt of jokes, that’s it. It’s a game they play. It wouldn’t matter what you looked like. Nothing sadder than a delusional woman.’ Male, Canada ‘How could you, grandma? Have some more honour for yourself.’ Male, US ‘I’m not sure who people are trying to convince with the ‘‘good for her’’ comments. Good for a grandmother offering it on a plate to blokes 40 years younger than her, who can’t get a girlfriend and are onlinedating? One of whom tried to strangle her and called her mummy during sex? I’m sure I could pull 15 weird and desperate blokes if I made it clear that after one sherry it was ‘‘back to mine’’ for a roll around.’ Female, UK