Is a 35 year age difference too much?

[Crystal]

well its unconventional and all but this life isn't about pleasing everyone out there parents potential lovers etc. you should explore the option of simply befriending him, I bet he has great stories about learn a lot that you can choose to deepen your own understanding of your own life.
Be Genuine be assertive with your boundaries sure you have explored your options be honest within yourself first this will become the clarity in your mind and that clarity will become the air of confidence that backs up your decisions and in your voice.you after all know when your doing what makes you happy
you are plus as friends you can still enjoy your 20s go with what makes you happy but I would suggest carefully considering and understanding what motivates your own actions and always Always make weigh it out don't do it for anyone elses approval its not morally wrong but you might get in over your head