sophie, from one sophie (myself) to another. im 19 and my boyfreind is 26. everything you just said is exactly what i had at the start of my relationship. plus the fact that i just dont date. period. my bf is not my type at all, i like the heavily tattooed into his rock metal music with long hair type of guy.
my boyfriend shaves his head, no tattoos, likes the music i hate but there was just something about him that i was drawn to, as are you.
months and months pass and im where i am now, totally head over heels in the love with the *** :D
i think you should go on a few dates and see what happens. if he likes you, he will ask you! if he doesnt then there will be someone that does!
i go by the motto: if he leaves, you shut the door after him.