CC#2: Cougars in Training.

In a recent article by Stephanie Goldberg in CNN news entitled "Cougars in training: Young women dating even younger men," Women, such as famous actresses, have taken more interest in younger men, other than men older, or even their age.

"As the public becomes accustomed to tales of 40- and 50-year-old women who date younger men, 20- and 30-something women who do the same are still regarded as a strange species." Men who date older women, cougars, are labeled to be "pumas." Many people might feel uncomfortable with the idea of dating a much younger man. Others might feel as if it was like dating their own mother, although some might think, dating a younger woman is just the same as dating a younger man.

"In October, London-based video blogger Emily Hartridge, 28, posted a video about the benefits of dating a younger man. The comedic vlog listed reasons such as 'younger guys try harder to please you" and "you get to feel more in charge' among the perks." Some men like women with power and independence. They might feel more taken care of when dating an older woman of their age. I guess some men like the fact of a women being more powerful than they are.

"As more Hollywood actresses and models, such as Eva Longoria, date younger men, the unwarranted stigma surrounding such relationships will fade, matchmaker Patti Stanger said." Many of the famous ladies in Hollywood are getting more into younger men these days. Such as actress Jamie-Lynn Sigler, who annouced her engagement to 23 year old baseball player, Cutter Dykstra; and even Demi Moore, who is currently married to Ashton Kutcher. They are 15 years apart, making Demi a much older woman.

Many of the women that I have known in Batesville are older than their husbands. My third and fifth grade teacher is 10 years older than her husband. This remind me of a show that I recently watched called True life: I'm dating someone older. A reality show of young men who are dating strong and powerful women, who they can not live without.

With more men wanting love and support, some might suggest on dating or marrying an older women due to the fact that they can take care of them instead of taking care of the woman. Dating younger men are becoming a more regular and normal thing.