Day 17:  Someone you see yourself marrying/being with in the future

Well obviously, there isn’t any certain person at the moment.  I’ve been single for over 2 years.  Sure, there’s been small relationships and dating in between, but they were short-lived and nothing serious.  

I’ve often been laughed at for having a very specific type of guy.  I really want to be married once in my life, so I am very particular about the kind of guy I will settle down for.  Of course, there is always compromise, but if I were to make my list of the perfect guy, this would be it:

Physically, I prefer a teddy bear.  I would like a guy over 6 ft. and over 200 lbs.  He should have broad shoulders, square jawline, and resemble someone who could generally open a pickle jar.   I’m not really picky when it comes to hair, although I tend to be attracted to bald/buzzed guys that resemble nightclub bouncers or MMA fighters.  I actually like facial hair and chest hair.  OK, he shouldn’t be like a mastodon, but I think chest hair is sexy.  Back hair is my ultimate turn-off.  My favorite muscles on a guy are his pecs — gotta have something for my head rest on!  

I prefer a man who is a “manly-man” — a guy who likes to fish, watch football and drink beer.  However, I want a man who has an appreciation for culture and fine arts.   I want a man who can play flag football and then get ready and take me out for wine.  Tickets to the ballet or a musical or gallery would be a deal-maker.  Someone whose taste in music extends beyond Metallica or Garth Brooks.  Someone who can also extend their palate by trying different foods and drinks with me.

I also have various preferences about a man’s background, but if I post those, you will think I’m crazier than you already do. 

Which brings me to the most important thing… I want a man who has or is willing to travel.   I could not date anyone that hasn’t seen the ocean.  I could not date anyone who hasn’t been on a plane.  At this point, it would be hard to date anyone that hasn’t left their country.   It’s not that I’m a travel snob, I just think there’s much value in someone who has traveled and adventured and pushed themselves beyond their comfort zone.  I think it speaks volumes of a person.  

I do not want a life of boring.  I want a partner who will always push me, challenge me, and encourage me.  I want a person who can banter with me, tell me when i’m being a bitch, and love me unconditionally…. even if my legs aren’t shaved.  

But most of all, I want a man who can be my best friend.  A man I don’t need to keep secrets from because he is involved in everything with me.  A man who will listen to my crazy ideas and perhaps join me.  

Ah yes… my perfect man.  I still have yet to meet him.  But when I do…  it will be great.  

The closest resemblance to this is Agent Booth from the TV show BONES.

  David Boreanaz, please apply within.