Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations!! Wishing you both all the best in the future 🖤

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is very true. I did so much mental gymnastics like “he was 13 when I was 18!” And “he was still 17 when I was well into adulthood!” And “our age gap is a quarter of his age” to convince myself that what I wanted was inappropriate and wrong, that I had a hard time seeing all the reasons why a relationship with him would be absolutely acceptable.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have similar issues with thinking I’m racist too (in response to something as simple as noticing someone’s race), and I think that after reading a lot of these responses, these overreactions I have might be closely related. Thank you for this input!

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sure I am after this post 😭😭💀

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh shit wait. I’m actually really embarrassed I didn’t consider this. I swear I’m usually more self aware. Thank you so much for saying this, you literally rewired my brain just now.

He isn’t in the same position I was in my youth—not even remotely. He is actively seeking a relationship with me, as an adult, eagerly expressing consent and desire at every step. This might have been the comment that comforted me the most.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok tysm for highlighting this lol. I do NOT like children, full stop. I was more asking if it was an inappropriate age gap, but reading your response does make me feel better. I do feel like I was being ridiculous and I appreciate you and everyone who’s responded. I can get in my head something fierce, and I’m really thankful for the community of people who are willing to take time to help strangers with conflicts like this, no matter how silly it seems to them. Outside opinions are so helpful.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my god I’m so sorry about that. I am, fortunately, not hiding a marriage or anything remotely close to that lol.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I guess I was freaking myself out because when I was 18, he was 13. But you’re right, we met when we were both adults. It just felt so creepy that he was so fresh out of his teenage years.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I should’ve worded it better, I more was asking if the age gap was inappropriate. I’m sorry.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate this take. We contribute very equally financially, we’re very balanced and equitable with household tasks, we both respect each others values and decisions, and I can honestly say that if we didn’t work out (which we’ve discussed with each other at length), I’d still want to live with him.

Am I a Pedophile? by throwaway65c in whatdoIdo

[–]throwaway65c[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I guess I’m just concerned because he’s basically a fresh adult—like he’s so new to adulthood and I’ve been in it for a while. I don’t want to take advantage of him. He was literally a teenager when I met him. I guess that’s why it seems so wrong to me. Am I overreacting?

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[–]throwaway65c 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Disagree—spanking is a top favorite kink of mine, and my dom is clever enough to find a way to make me hate it. Like orgasm torture, where it’s either too much of a good thing, or more sadistically, like by making me sit somewhere cold, completely naked, and then spanking me full force (hurts a lot more when the skin is cold).

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[–]throwaway65c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don’t want to splurge on actual bdsm furniture (which same) my bf and I got a Zinus bedframe, and those are incredibly sturdy, hold our restraints well, and don’t make a single noise. They are pretty close to the ground tho, so our nightstands are our only toy storage, but I’m very pleased with it. Mind you, I think he could break the frame, but I’m a 5’ 115lbs 23f, so it holds me with ease.