To me age should not be a issue. However, I have just ended a long term relationship with someone 17 years older then me. I am 33 and he is 51.

I think that is some that needs to be talked about up front.

I can say from a female stand point. I would prefer to date someone that has no kids.

The main reason is the ex factor.

I am not saying your a not a good person. But think about what your talking about. You have kids. You are on a date with someone that has no kids. The 2 of you are at differnet points in your life. Another reason some men may think that you are looking for a daddy. Maybe that person your on a date with doesnt want to have kids.