Asking Eric: 70-year-old fears he is a sugar daddy

Dear Eric:

I am regretfully asking myself if I have morphed into a de facto sugar daddy. I’m in a four-year live-in relationship with a 42-year-old woman. I am 70.

Many might think the 28-year age gap is prima facie evidence of a sugar daddy/sugar baby relationship. However, to date, the relationship has been the best, as it has been adorned with love, kindness, joy and fulfillment.

She is an artist and after moving in with me I spent several thousand dollars building her an art studio. I have financially supported her and her career in many other ways, including giving her a monthly allowance.

Recently, she wanted me to buy her a computer. When I balked, she got huffy and accused me of not valuing her artistic career. There are a growing number of instances where she comes off as entitled. I’m thinking of tapering off my largesse to see if we really do have the strong, loving relationship that I think we do. I’ll still be her biggest vocal supporter and champion. What do you think?

– A Sweet Deal