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Faith Quote by Kimberly Derting

“Funnier still how much faith her parents put in him, considering the fact that Jay would officially be younger than Violet in less than a week. Violet was about to turn seventeen, while Jay would still be sixteen for nearly two full months/ Jay liked that, the whole older-woman thing. He also…” quote by Kimberly Derting
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““Funnier still how much faith her parents put in him, considering the fact that Jay would officially be younger than Violet in less than a week. Violet was about to turn seventeen, while Jay would still be sixteen for nearly two full months/ Jay liked that, the whole older-woman thing. He also liked to joke about the fact that Violet would soon be dating a younger man. One night, when Violet’s parents had gone out, he teased her about it, whispering against his throat, “I should probably be dating girls my own age now that you’ll be over-the-hill.” Jay was stretched out on Violet’s bed as she curled against him. Violet laughed, rising to the bait. “Fine,” she challenged, pulling away and leaning up on her elbow. “I’m sure there are plenty of men my own age who would be willing to finish what you’ve started.””

Kimberly Derting

About This Quote

Source Novel: Untitled Romance, 2022

Jay, a younger man, navigates a playful, age‑gap romance with Violet, using humor and teasing to explore attraction and maturity.

In simple terms: A younger guy jokes about dating an older woman, showing youthful confidence and flirtation.

Key Takeaway

Use humor to bridge age differences and express interest.

Themes

romance age gap humor confidence flirtation

Mood

playful lighthearted intimate

Type

conversational narrative

When to use this quote

  • First dates
  • teasing conversations
  • balancing power
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

Social dynamics self‑esteem relationship norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does teasing reveal about Jay’s confidence?
  • How do age differences affect relationship expectations?
A Different Perspective

Humor may mask deeper insecurities or power imbalances.

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