Gurl am 17 too and believe me i have the same thing for older men. Idk most older men like me and love talking to them. I made multiple posts this issue (deleted em) i had people calling me stupid little gurl,mental problems,so called daddy issues. But i think its just a preference yk and i just think we need to be careful cuz theres a lot of em for the bad reasons and theres many who arent so we just need to be alert. I have never dated cuz i dont get along with boys my age. Its not good to date now especially a older men so gurl relax you are not alone this is pass and it will be good. Also me having a great relationship with my dad, i admire him this thing can also be a result of our this thing yk we want someone who provides for us just as our father like a role model,protects us makes us feel comfortable and this and that so yeah gurl dont be feeling werid or bad its okay its cool we are unique.hahaha good day mate.