I can relate for both sides. One i have alwas been with different ages Plus i come from a subculture that this is not a big deal. not only that but my family has so many antagonistic religions that is is a joke!
Many American parents a conditioned to the "boy" next door so a man is more difficult to come to terms with one person i was with I was older than her father!! Also ther is the inbred power issue. Muslim and Jewish is ok in the states but outside can be very troublesome.
In that do what wise travelers do put down dither christian (which as an American they expect or an obscure but do not leave it blank. I realize rthat some people a hard headed in this world but avoiding trouble is paramount as the are several sects of Judaism the same holds for Muslims. I recommend if traveling to obtain a second or even a third passport. A us passport is not universally liked. a neutral country passport is. Also never use the us passport to enter or leave Israel. as other middle east countries may deny you entrance, It's a game that nations play Just be aware ofhow the world works and go ahead and be happy

I am arried to a man who is 18 years older than i am which makes him only 2 years younger than my parents. my parents have never had a problem with this 7 years is not a big difference you need to explain to your parents that you are an adult and need to live your life the way you feel is right for your

First decide if he is worth the conflict between you and your parents. If he is then firmly and politely explain this is your choice and you need them to accept it or at the least keep any negative opinions to themselves. This is your life and you need to live it for you. There is always the risk, depending on how strongly they oppose, that they will never approve. Is he worth that to you? When you can answer that you will know what to do.

My husband and I are 15 year apart in age (he was young and cute so I grabbed him). We'd both been married before and realized that the commitment was between the two of us. Parents who are into their 'childrens' business cause too many problems that create stress and heartache. (My parents are in their 80s and we live across the street from each other.) One of the understandings we have with our parents is that our relationship won't interfer with their relationship and we won't give them unsolicited advice.

Remember that organized religions are the greatest segregator of people. If need be, find one that makes you and your husband happy (or create a spiritual understanding you both can live with). There is a reason why each couple establishes their own home and life style. Neither my husband nor I practice the religion of our parents. If the parents don't like - it's their problem not yours.

uhh sorry my bad...we havent tied the knot but our relationship is so close to a marraige that I call him my hubby...

Hate to say it but you can't do much about your parents problems as you've tied the knot already...although your wording confuses me a little since you refer to your man as "hubby" but keep using dating terms when refering to the issues both of your parents have.

If you are married then keep in touch with both sets of parents. Give them time to see that you both have a healthy, happy marriage. In time they will drop their issues and accept you both into each other's families.