RonWest
28 Feb 2011
Life / My experience in Poland 15 years ago as an American trying to live and work there. [167]
I do my own front yard and gardening...thank you very much.
I do my own front yard and gardening...thank you very much.
RonWest
30 Jun 2010
Life / SOME OBSERVATIONS ABOUT POLAND AND POLISH SOCIETY [297]
Sheeeeesh..........GIVE ME BREAK!!! Fear of being sued?????
The only place with just a very few exceptions I met with great customer service was in the US. But there I always get the unpleasant feeling that they only do so out of fear that the company will get sued in some form.
Sheeeeesh..........GIVE ME BREAK!!! Fear of being sued?????
RonWest
11 Apr 2010
News / Polish President Lech Kaczynski and gov officials die in a plane crash in Russia [686]
My deepest and most sincere condolences to the people and country of Poland for your very sad loss. May the lord be your guide during this difficult time.
My deepest and most sincere condolences to the people and country of Poland for your very sad loss. May the lord be your guide during this difficult time.
RonWest
1 Apr 2010
Travel / Your best memory after visiting Poland [41]
Visiting friends in Piła and enjoying a bottle of vodka eating Goshia's incredible food!!!!!!
Visiting friends in Piła and enjoying a bottle of vodka eating Goshia's incredible food!!!!!!
RonWest
20 Mar 2010
Life / Racism in Poland - the future [441]
I've heard comments from neighbors of the beautiful Greek Church in the Oakland Hills during the annual Greek Festival complaining about "those dirty Greeks". Racism dude, pure and simple. I go to this festival every year and have heard these negative comments as their neighborhood gets overrun by festival go-ers. You're half-Greek, there's a gazillion half-Greeks in the U.S. No one even knows your Greek, of course you hear no racism.
EVERYONE harbors racism against one group or another in every country in the world. Anyone who denies this does not want to face reality.
I'm all about cutting through the bullsheet and getting to the point.
I am half-greek living in the US and have never dealt with a single racist comment (some jokes) but that's all. Nor have I met a Greek-American whom by any means hates other Americans.
I've heard comments from neighbors of the beautiful Greek Church in the Oakland Hills during the annual Greek Festival complaining about "those dirty Greeks". Racism dude, pure and simple. I go to this festival every year and have heard these negative comments as their neighborhood gets overrun by festival go-ers. You're half-Greek, there's a gazillion half-Greeks in the U.S. No one even knows your Greek, of course you hear no racism.
EVERYONE harbors racism against one group or another in every country in the world. Anyone who denies this does not want to face reality.
I'm all about cutting through the bullsheet and getting to the point.
RonWest
19 Mar 2010
Life / Racism in Poland - the future [441]
Let's get something straight.......everyone is racist and if they tell you they're not then they are a damn liar. Here in the states, blacks cry racism over EVERYTHING. But guess what, they are just as bad. They have their comments, jokes, snide remarks, and hushed comments about white people that are just as bad as the the things whites say about blacks. Then you got the hispanics crying about racism and they do the same thing, and the chinese, and the pilippinos, koreans, arabs, persians, greeks, etc etc etc. Every race is racist towards other races to some degree. I live in an incredibly diverse area, the San Francisco Bay Area where 127 languages are spoken here daily and it's so obvious that EVERYONE has racist thoughts, remarks, comments, feelings, and attitudes. The funny part is those who claim not to be racist. Yeah, right. Mr. & Mrs. Utopia. My how we should all strive to be just like them. Give me a break!!!!!!!!!! You've got blacks that hate everybody, chinese who hate blacks, pilippinos who hate hispanics, whites who hate blacks, blah blah blah...............
Let's get something straight.......everyone is racist and if they tell you they're not then they are a damn liar. Here in the states, blacks cry racism over EVERYTHING. But guess what, they are just as bad. They have their comments, jokes, snide remarks, and hushed comments about white people that are just as bad as the the things whites say about blacks. Then you got the hispanics crying about racism and they do the same thing, and the chinese, and the pilippinos, koreans, arabs, persians, greeks, etc etc etc. Every race is racist towards other races to some degree. I live in an incredibly diverse area, the San Francisco Bay Area where 127 languages are spoken here daily and it's so obvious that EVERYONE has racist thoughts, remarks, comments, feelings, and attitudes. The funny part is those who claim not to be racist. Yeah, right. Mr. & Mrs. Utopia. My how we should all strive to be just like them. Give me a break!!!!!!!!!! You've got blacks that hate everybody, chinese who hate blacks, pilippinos who hate hispanics, whites who hate blacks, blah blah blah...............
RonWest
15 Mar 2010
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]
Very intelligent Rock.......................
Fcuk you all.
Very intelligent Rock.......................
RonWest
15 Mar 2010
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]
What a joke! You meant, real re-written history, didn't you?
I made my case already and the whole world knows the truth. I cannot argue with brainwashed ignorance.
Do you know that we feel ourselves very safe if it comes to real documents and real history.
What a joke! You meant, real re-written history, didn't you?
I made my case already and the whole world knows the truth. I cannot argue with brainwashed ignorance.
RonWest
15 Mar 2010
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]
Turks are very good at re-writing history from what I have been told and from what I have researched on the subject.
Hellooooo????? What part of "from what I have researched on the subject" did you not understand?
Yes, and he showed it to me.
Yes, especially a very good friend of mines 106 year old Turkish Grandmother, that's right 106. She lived in Smyrna (now Izmir) in 1915 and remembers Turks killing Greeks and Armenians. She is Turkish and admits the whole thing. She is a wonderful person and believe it or not, she lives alone in her apartment and is still able to cook for herself. She saw many atrocities perpetrated against Armenians and believes Turkey should just admit the truth. She lives in California near me.
Also, the U.S. Ambassador to Turkey in 1915 was Henry Morgenthau. He wrote a book about his first-hand experiences in dealing with the 3 Main perpetrators, Enver, Taalat, and Djemal. He personally witnessed and watched the whole thing and tried to get help for the Armenians. You can read a few chapters from his book, they are fascinating:
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen23.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen24.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen25.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen26.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen27.htm
Also, one of your own wrote a book about the truth:
A Shameful Act: The Armenian Genocide and the Question of Turkish Responsibility
--Taner Akcam (Author)
Also this might interest you:
armenianweekly.com/2009/05/27/erdogan-finally-admits-turkey racticed-ethnic-cleansing/
The Turkish Embassy officials were foolish enough to make such an arrogant demand, thereby depriving themselves of the opportunity to present their lies on TV. Their bullying tactics only work under the existing non-democratic conditions in Turkey!
cilicia.com/armo10e2.html
I also read: SMYRNA 1922, The Destruction of a City by Marjorie Housepian Dobbin as recommended by my Turkish Friend's Grandmother.
I also read: THE ARMENIAN MASSACRES, 1894-1896 U.S. Media Testimony.
It appears that 300,000 Armenians were massacred By Turks during this time period.
I also read BLACK DOG OF FATE by Peter Balakian
But to reiterate my original response, ...most Polish people whom I have talks with do not care for Turkish people and find them to be rude and obnoxious.
Can you explain this my Turkish friend???
Did you believe everything he told you without any hesitation ?
Turks are very good at re-writing history from what I have been told and from what I have researched on the subject.
Hellooooo????? What part of "from what I have researched on the subject" did you not understand?
Did you ask him if he got any document proving genocide ?
Yes, and he showed it to me.
Did you talk any Turk about what happened in 1915 ?
Yes, especially a very good friend of mines 106 year old Turkish Grandmother, that's right 106. She lived in Smyrna (now Izmir) in 1915 and remembers Turks killing Greeks and Armenians. She is Turkish and admits the whole thing. She is a wonderful person and believe it or not, she lives alone in her apartment and is still able to cook for herself. She saw many atrocities perpetrated against Armenians and believes Turkey should just admit the truth. She lives in California near me.
Also, the U.S. Ambassador to Turkey in 1915 was Henry Morgenthau. He wrote a book about his first-hand experiences in dealing with the 3 Main perpetrators, Enver, Taalat, and Djemal. He personally witnessed and watched the whole thing and tried to get help for the Armenians. You can read a few chapters from his book, they are fascinating:
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen23.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen24.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen25.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen26.htm
gwpda.org/wwi-www/morgenthau/Morgen27.htm
Also, one of your own wrote a book about the truth:
A Shameful Act: The Armenian Genocide and the Question of Turkish Responsibility
--Taner Akcam (Author)
Also this might interest you:
armenianweekly.com/2009/05/27/erdogan-finally-admits-turkey racticed-ethnic-cleansing/
A new documentary, "The Armenians: A Story of Survival," airing on local PBS stations in cities throughout the United States, includes a segment in which a prominent Turkish scholar is openly acknowledging the Armenian Genocide.
Engin Akarli, Professor of Middle Eastern History at Brown University, begins the interview by saying...
Engin Akarli, Professor of Middle Eastern History at Brown University, begins the interview by saying...
The Turkish Embassy officials were foolish enough to make such an arrogant demand, thereby depriving themselves of the opportunity to present their lies on TV. Their bullying tactics only work under the existing non-democratic conditions in Turkey!
cilicia.com/armo10e2.html
I also read: SMYRNA 1922, The Destruction of a City by Marjorie Housepian Dobbin as recommended by my Turkish Friend's Grandmother.
I also read: THE ARMENIAN MASSACRES, 1894-1896 U.S. Media Testimony.
It appears that 300,000 Armenians were massacred By Turks during this time period.
I also read BLACK DOG OF FATE by Peter Balakian
But to reiterate my original response, ...most Polish people whom I have talks with do not care for Turkish people and find them to be rude and obnoxious.
Can you explain this my Turkish friend???
RonWest
14 Mar 2010
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]
Most Poles I talk to do not care for Turks and find them generally to be rude and obnoxious. This is just what I hear from most, but not all Polish people in my travels to Poland. Speaking with a University History Professor in Krakow this past summer the subject came up in relation to a conversation about Poland's Armenians who have been in Poland since 1300's.
I was told that Ignacy Lukasiewicz was a Polish Armenian who developed the oil business in Poland in the 1800's and invented the kerosene lamp. The Polish Professor was a fascinating person to talk with and we have mutual friends in Krakow so hopefully I will have the opportunity to speak with him again in the future. He said that a historical fact is that among the many reasons for deporting Armenians during World War I was that the Turks were very Jealous of the Armenians because the Armenians were very industrious, had culture, successful businesses, etc. Kind of like the Jewish in Eastern Europe before WWII.
The Turks and Kurds displaced millions Armenians from 1915-1923 and killed or marched to their death 1.5 million Armenians. A good majority of present day Turkey is Ancient Armenia. So basically Armenians were driven from their land and this is the reason Turks vehemently deny the Genocide because they are worried about ancestors demanding reparations. Turks are very good at re-writing history from what I have been told and from what I have researched on the subject.
Most of the intelligent people in Poland that I have talked with despise them and have had bad experiences with them especially many of those who have lived and worked in Germany and had the opportunity to interact with Turkish people in that country.
I will not repeat here the stories I have been told about those experiences.
Most Poles I talk to do not care for Turks and find them generally to be rude and obnoxious. This is just what I hear from most, but not all Polish people in my travels to Poland. Speaking with a University History Professor in Krakow this past summer the subject came up in relation to a conversation about Poland's Armenians who have been in Poland since 1300's.
I was told that Ignacy Lukasiewicz was a Polish Armenian who developed the oil business in Poland in the 1800's and invented the kerosene lamp. The Polish Professor was a fascinating person to talk with and we have mutual friends in Krakow so hopefully I will have the opportunity to speak with him again in the future. He said that a historical fact is that among the many reasons for deporting Armenians during World War I was that the Turks were very Jealous of the Armenians because the Armenians were very industrious, had culture, successful businesses, etc. Kind of like the Jewish in Eastern Europe before WWII.
The Turks and Kurds displaced millions Armenians from 1915-1923 and killed or marched to their death 1.5 million Armenians. A good majority of present day Turkey is Ancient Armenia. So basically Armenians were driven from their land and this is the reason Turks vehemently deny the Genocide because they are worried about ancestors demanding reparations. Turks are very good at re-writing history from what I have been told and from what I have researched on the subject.
Most of the intelligent people in Poland that I have talked with despise them and have had bad experiences with them especially many of those who have lived and worked in Germany and had the opportunity to interact with Turkish people in that country.
I will not repeat here the stories I have been told about those experiences.
RonWest
14 Feb 2010
Life / Fat People in Poland? [161]
Please pass the Fritos
Millions will die as the result of the one American pig eating the one potato chip that will actually break the continental plate’s back.
Please pass the Fritos
RonWest
13 Feb 2010
Life / What gifts to take? Presents customs in Poland. [167]
No they're $1 coins. The first in the series had George Washington. They're gold in color. Not solid gold. They're worth a buck, but they are unique. The kids in Poland loved em'. A roll is only $50.
More info:
The United States is honoring our Nation's Presidents by issuing $1 circulating coins featuring their images in the order that they served in office. The United States Mint issues four Presidential $1 Coins each year, with Presidents Fillmore, Pierce, Buchanan, and Lincoln being honored in 2010. Each coin has a common reverse design featuring a striking rendition of the Statue of Liberty. These coins feature large, dramatic artwork, as well as edge-incused inscriptions of the year of minting, or issuance, E PLURIBUS UNUM and the mint mark. In 2009 "In God We Trust" was moved from the edge to the face of the coin. The size, weight and metal composition of the Presidential $1 Coins are identical to that of the Sacagawea Golden Dollar and the Native American $1 Coins. Learn more about the Presidential $1 Coin's design features.
Not sure about the coins ,that sounds very expensive?!;-)
No they're $1 coins. The first in the series had George Washington. They're gold in color. Not solid gold. They're worth a buck, but they are unique. The kids in Poland loved em'. A roll is only $50.
More info:
The United States is honoring our Nation's Presidents by issuing $1 circulating coins featuring their images in the order that they served in office. The United States Mint issues four Presidential $1 Coins each year, with Presidents Fillmore, Pierce, Buchanan, and Lincoln being honored in 2010. Each coin has a common reverse design featuring a striking rendition of the Statue of Liberty. These coins feature large, dramatic artwork, as well as edge-incused inscriptions of the year of minting, or issuance, E PLURIBUS UNUM and the mint mark. In 2009 "In God We Trust" was moved from the edge to the face of the coin. The size, weight and metal composition of the Presidential $1 Coins are identical to that of the Sacagawea Golden Dollar and the Native American $1 Coins. Learn more about the Presidential $1 Coin's design features.
Gold Coin Banner
RonWest
12 Feb 2010
Life / Why Do You Love Poland? [907]
You haven't had my pulled pork sandwiches. Takes all day to slow cook the pork shoulder on a b-b-que. Yuuuuuuuuummmmmmmm!!!!!!!!!!!!!
my friend's family that i wisited, respected my religional beliefs and they said they didn't bought any pork meat for 3 weeks at house...
You haven't had my pulled pork sandwiches. Takes all day to slow cook the pork shoulder on a b-b-que. Yuuuuuuuuummmmmmmm!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RonWest
12 Feb 2010
Language / Terms of endearment in Polish [222]
You forgot:
kruszynko & żabko
This should be enough to last you a while......
You forgot:
kruszynko & żabko
RonWest
12 Feb 2010
Life / Fat People in Poland? [161]
Hahahaha....coincidentally, I just had my first Whopper in what must be 10 years, for lunch today.
It truly was a treat. It's all about moderation, like, uh.......every 10 years.
craving for yet another Whopper with Cheese
Hahahaha....coincidentally, I just had my first Whopper in what must be 10 years, for lunch today.
It truly was a treat. It's all about moderation, like, uh.......every 10 years.
RonWest
12 Feb 2010
Life / What gifts to take? Presents customs in Poland. [167]
I always bring California wines......greatly appreciated by all the recipents. Also, go to the bank and get a roll of gold $1 coins and give them to the kids, it goes over big.
Any suggestions?
I always bring California wines......greatly appreciated by all the recipents. Also, go to the bank and get a roll of gold $1 coins and give them to the kids, it goes over big.
RonWest
8 Feb 2010
Life / Why so many Poles use a second hands clothes? [110]
What a crock of sh*it!!! Second hand stores are everywhere. A friend of mine recently picked up a very expensive Italian suit at a second hand store for $80. Suit is only 2 years old and was originally $2800 according to research. So don't be such a judgemental snob. Where the hell are you from?
I don't talk about some snobs or bohemians who thinks its trendy to wear some second hand stuff. Polish people should feel ashamed cos these shops are more common than any other business. They have no pride of themselves, slave mentality.
What a crock of sh*it!!! Second hand stores are everywhere. A friend of mine recently picked up a very expensive Italian suit at a second hand store for $80. Suit is only 2 years old and was originally $2800 according to research. So don't be such a judgemental snob. Where the hell are you from?
RonWest
7 Feb 2010
RonWest
4 Feb 2010
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]
That pretty much sums it up. I'm in complete agreement!
the modern generation of people anywhere are rude and without manners.
That pretty much sums it up. I'm in complete agreement!
RonWest
28 Jan 2010
Love / Are Polish mothers-in-law monsters? [91]
My Polish Mother-in-law spoils me to death!!!!! She's an angel. She's also a damn good cook!!!!!!
My Polish Mother-in-law spoils me to death!!!!! She's an angel. She's also a damn good cook!!!!!!
RonWest
19 Jan 2010
Food / Schmaltz.. is it still used in Poland [21]
Not just rural Poland..but all of Poland. Goes great after a few wodka shots!!!!!!!
Not just rural Poland..but all of Poland. Goes great after a few wodka shots!!!!!!!
RonWest
18 Jan 2010
Food / Polish Pizza !! The best in the world? [330]
Actually the 1930's in NYC to be more accurate with popularityskyrocketing in the 40's & 50's.
Actually the 1930's in NYC to be more accurate with popularityskyrocketing in the 40's & 50's.
RonWest
18 Jan 2010
Food / Polish Pizza !! The best in the world? [330]
The "pizza" I've had in Poland is very good but I do not really consider it true pizza. The best pizza in the world comes from Ray's Pizza in New York city. Sorry, that's just the truth!
The "pizza" I've had in Poland is very good but I do not really consider it true pizza. The best pizza in the world comes from Ray's Pizza in New York city. Sorry, that's just the truth!
RonWest
18 Jan 2010
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]
Actually, being originally from the east coast (of the U.S.) I quite like the directness of the Polish people. It reminds me of New Yorkers & Bostonians and the rest of the people in the Northeast U.S. They cut to the chase without all the BS smalltalk. Now living on the west coast of the U.S. (near San Francisco) I have to remind myself constantly to greet people with the small talk. A lot of people have called me rude or abrasive but the fact is, I'm from the east coast where people are just more direct, very similar to Polish. I also noticed years ago that californians are ridiculously over sensitive.
Polish people are definately more direct...sometimes it hurts and it could be preceived by other nationalities as rude.
Actually, being originally from the east coast (of the U.S.) I quite like the directness of the Polish people. It reminds me of New Yorkers & Bostonians and the rest of the people in the Northeast U.S. They cut to the chase without all the BS smalltalk. Now living on the west coast of the U.S. (near San Francisco) I have to remind myself constantly to greet people with the small talk. A lot of people have called me rude or abrasive but the fact is, I'm from the east coast where people are just more direct, very similar to Polish. I also noticed years ago that californians are ridiculously over sensitive.
RonWest
11 Jan 2010
Life / Fat People in Poland? [161]
Not all. I've seen some fat people on the beach at the Baltic and they were conversing in Polish so let's be fair. Overall though, there do not seem to be as many fatso's in Poland as the U.S.
tourists from america
Not all. I've seen some fat people on the beach at the Baltic and they were conversing in Polish so let's be fair. Overall though, there do not seem to be as many fatso's in Poland as the U.S.
RonWest
10 Jan 2010
Love / Age difference, my Polish girl is 23 and I am 39 [42]
Not needed, one look at my gorgeous wife and I'm ready to go!
Thank you! I'm not concerned. My wife makes excellent $$$ she could easily leave me and be quite comfortable on her salary, but she hasn't because she loves me and I love her. Our relationship is about spending time together doing the things we love, trust and respect for each other.
Well said Omalley, same for us!
You must have a gumball machine filled with Viagra next to your bed.
Not needed, one look at my gorgeous wife and I'm ready to go!
Your post really made me smile (a rarity here)..Im sure you are a lovely couple..Ignore Nomada...he only attracts silent women :D
Thank you! I'm not concerned. My wife makes excellent $$$ she could easily leave me and be quite comfortable on her salary, but she hasn't because she loves me and I love her. Our relationship is about spending time together doing the things we love, trust and respect for each other.
My friend, my partner is 19 years younger than me, we have been together for two years, she is not a gold digger, she is my best friend, I am hers. We have a fantastic life together. Money is NOT an issue. We just enjoy everyday, and take each day as it comes. If you don't make age a problem, it won't be. Just keep life simple, and you will have a simple and happy life.
Well said Omalley, same for us!
RonWest
9 Jan 2010
Life / 3 reasons why you hate Poland. [1049]
I do not "hate" Poland but if you were to ask me 3 thing which I do not like, these would be them:
1. Crazy, reckless drivers.
2. Smoking on PKP
3. Carp
Other than that I love this country and it's people. Oh, by the way, other than carp all the other food is fabulous as well as the piwo and wodka!
I do not "hate" Poland but if you were to ask me 3 thing which I do not like, these would be them:
1. Crazy, reckless drivers.
2. Smoking on PKP
3. Carp
Other than that I love this country and it's people. Oh, by the way, other than carp all the other food is fabulous as well as the piwo and wodka!
RonWest
9 Jan 2010
Life / 3 reasons why you hate Poland. [1049]
What an ignorant jerk!
I hate the polish because they are beneath me. I hate poland because polish culture is inferior to western culture.
What an ignorant jerk!
RonWest
9 Jan 2010
Love / Age difference, my Polish girl is 23 and I am 39 [42]
No, I own a small business I created 20 years ago.
she is a social worker.. you too are same?
No, I own a small business I created 20 years ago.
RonWest
9 Jan 2010
Love / Age difference, my Polish girl is 23 and I am 39 [42]
My Polish wife is 35, I'm 53. We've been together 10 years. She wanted a serious relationship with someone who is not a heavy drinking immature fool. I have a very youthful spirit and I've taken care of myself so I'm in good shape. Heck, I can even outrun her. She is tall, thin and beautiful. She is also well educated with a double Masters. We have a great relationship as we enjoy the same things. We see eye-to-eye politically. She makes me keep my wallet in my pocket as she is more frugal than I. I was raised in a rural area and my family was always struggling. I know what it's like to struggle. Her family struggled as wells so we have a common upbringing. Today I'm a successfull business owner and my wife is a social worker who works with autistic children (very noble and admirable). When she's not doing that she volunteers at a local school to tutor hispanic children in English. We go out dancing, play golf, cook together and have a large circle of Polish & American friends where our relationship is never looked upon as strange due to the age difference. I probably should mention that I'm blessed with good genes and look a lot younger than I am. I still have 103 year old Grandmother. Everyone in my family loves my wife and she absolutely adores my Mother & Father. I've been to Poland 8 times and her family treats me like a king. They are wonderful people and have never questioned her about my age.
So, I guess my point is, take love wherever you find it. Age gaps are not always an issue.
My Polish wife is 35, I'm 53. We've been together 10 years. She wanted a serious relationship with someone who is not a heavy drinking immature fool. I have a very youthful spirit and I've taken care of myself so I'm in good shape. Heck, I can even outrun her. She is tall, thin and beautiful. She is also well educated with a double Masters. We have a great relationship as we enjoy the same things. We see eye-to-eye politically. She makes me keep my wallet in my pocket as she is more frugal than I. I was raised in a rural area and my family was always struggling. I know what it's like to struggle. Her family struggled as wells so we have a common upbringing. Today I'm a successfull business owner and my wife is a social worker who works with autistic children (very noble and admirable). When she's not doing that she volunteers at a local school to tutor hispanic children in English. We go out dancing, play golf, cook together and have a large circle of Polish & American friends where our relationship is never looked upon as strange due to the age difference. I probably should mention that I'm blessed with good genes and look a lot younger than I am. I still have 103 year old Grandmother. Everyone in my family loves my wife and she absolutely adores my Mother & Father. I've been to Poland 8 times and her family treats me like a king. They are wonderful people and have never questioned her about my age.
So, I guess my point is, take love wherever you find it. Age gaps are not always an issue.