I'm the 25y/o guy dating the 30y/o ex-hoe. I've read the side-bar, read what you guys have had to say, and did some thinking and it's better for me to plate her for now just because of the benefits she gives me (place to sleep after work, meals, etc).

We're still in the LDR. Is it worth even mentioning to her my plan to make her a plate or just wait for her to return? Or just not mention it at all. If I do, what do i even say "Hey were no longer exclusive".