I am looking for someone who is competent street-smart a smarty-pants of at least average intelligence on the ball witty an outside-the-box thinker a nonconformist smart bright intelligent very intelligent brilliant gifted ingenious a genius Mensa material an Einstein brainy sober appealing pleasantly average good marriage material single divorced widowed , clean-cut well-groomed plain-looking average-looking decent-looking nice-looking good-looking pleasant to look at cute pretty handsome reasonably attractive attractive very attractive beautiful gorgeous ravishing stunning hot sexy monogamous physically fit healthy presentable , educated worldly sophisticated irreverent quirky amusing entertaining a good conversationalist interesting charming engaging intriguing captivating fascinating spellbinding mesmerizing laid-back empathetic understanding , and low-maintenance not in debt employed working full-time has a strong work ethic ambitious goal-oriented a good provider financially secure a professional somewhat successful successful very successful well-to-do affluent rich super-rich a tycoon a millionaire a multi-millionaire a billionaire spiritually compatible with me a good person not obsessed with money not a gold digger a kindred spirit shares my worldview trustworthy sweet well-rounded has a heart of gold a vegetarian not a boozer drug-free on the wild side a homebody family-oriented a doer, not a watcher is a thinker AND a doer has a bit of an edge . He She should be (check as many as you wish, but preferably not more than three of the choices in orange):

flip goofy effervescent bubbly high-spirited high-energy energetic enthusiastic spunky vivacious vibrant dynamic intense assertive aggressive feisty calm reserved balanced on an even keel sensual passionate straightforward outspoken consistent tenacious patient , and sincere well-mannered polite respectful courteous cordial gracious gallant dashing virile masculine manly gentlemanly womanly ladylike feminine fun to be with punctual a cat lover a dog lover a horse lover fond of children . I also value (check as many as you wish, but preferably not more than three of the choices in orange):

and individuality gracefulness cooking ability dancing ability romantic ability parenting ability an ability to know when enough is enough a love for cats a love for dogs a love for cats and dogs a love for children realistic expectations the ability to fix stuff around the house the ability to quickly unwind after work a willingness to discuss subjects that don't interest you a willingness to share household chores a willingness to pitch in and help a willingness to forgive and forget a willingness to accept my imperfections a willingness to make my friends yours a willingness to treat my children as if they were yours a willingness to treat my family as if they were yours . I'd like my partner to be athletic adventurous venturesome audacious daring bold brave spirited gutsy careful cautious prudent practical pragmatic analytical circumspect commonsensical reliable empathic judicious levelheaded conscientious uninhibited spontaneous emotionally secure , capable skilled adept proficient resourceful versatile original enterprising intuitive clever imaginative creative innovative inventive entrepreneurial accomplished amazing artistic serious elegant refined urbane tolerant , outgoing extroverted flirtatious sociable gregarious personable agreeable flexible good-natured affable gentle low-key modest unassuming reserved quiet reticent subdued shy bashful self-effacing unpretentious classy nurturing , and articulate confident self-confident self-assured optimistic sunny positive upbeat forward-looking sophisticated down-to-earth a nice guy insightful perceptive liberal conservative mature introspective comfortable in his own skin comfortable in her own skin full of surprises able to come up with pleasant surprises every now and then able to fix a kitchen sink slightly kooky slightly wacky have a type A personality have a type B personality good at compromising . It would be great wonderful refreshing a dream come true fantastic fabulous marvelous awesome super terrific a pleasant surprise to find someone who appreciates intelligence is a voracious reader has some interesting hobbies to share has interesting opinions that signal original thought is fond of long discussions likes to talk about anything under the sun enjoys mentally stimulating conversations could be my best friend and lover loves me completely accepts me without reservation doesn't try to change me has everything I'm looking for has most of what I'm looking for has all of the attributes I'm seeking has most of the attributes I'm seeking doesn't play mind games is looking for a commitment isn't commitment-phobic wants to get married wants to take things slowly and develop a friendship first wants to become best friends before becoming lovers isn't in a rush to get married isn't in a rush to have sex isn't a game player doesn't need booze or a pill to be happy shares my core values is able to communicate, not just talk plays by her own rules plays by his own rules can't be bothered to watch sports on TV marches to the beat of a different drummer doesn't take himself too seriously doesn't take herself too seriously . You will get bonus points earn bonus points get extra points earn extra points go to the head of the class really intrigue me stand out from the crowd grab my attention if you Select one of these endings, or write your own in the box below are interested in world events. have a fascinating life story. have or want a house full of books. are an honest-to-God brainiac. love what you do for a living. have lots of pluck. think that friendship must precede love. are dazzled by more than just my beauty. are not materialistic but you enjoy what money can provide. have a "glass half full" philosophy. can see the bright side of life. can find joy in the simple things in life. dream of a simple life. have gotten serial dating out of your system. are ready to settle down. love every inch of me. know that 50/50 is sometimes 90/10 and sometimes 10/90. like to pamper me. make an effort to get to know me inside and out. can appreciate a good thing when you see it. have no delusions about finding someone "perfect." know that "we" is a better pronoun than "me." have a great sense of humor. contribute to the gross national product. think that family life is your first priority. can interact easily with others. can program a VCR and change your own oil. are established in your professional life. aren't afraid to express your feelings. enjoy DIY activities. have flat abs. Physically, I am most picky choosy selective particular discerning fussy finicky about my partner's hair eyes smile teeth face nose chest breasts abs abdomen arms legs thighs hips rear butt buttocks derrière smell scent voice skin muscles overall shape endowment .

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I have a few a couple some several one just one non-negotiables non-negotiable "must-have" criteria "must-have" criterion : (Describe them in the box below)

I would never consider dating someone who isn't toned has love handles is overweight is obese has a potbelly has gray hair has long hair has short hair has thinning hair is bald didn't have a nice smile has acne has wrinkled skin has cellulite has varicose veins has small breasts has sagging breasts doesn't have a nice voice has the "beautiful woman syndrome" discussed on bwsyndrome.com thinks she's great just because she is beautiful thinks he's great just because he is rich doesn't like to read doesn't have a good education is frequently angry has a bad temper is overly talkative is reticent isn't attractive isn't muscular didn't have a nice body isn't cute isn't hot isn't gorgeous isn't rich isn't successful isn't intelligent isn't happy isn't upbeat isn't nice isn't funny isn't well-endowed isn't kind and loving doesn't turn me on is into the "rules" of dating is ostentatious is greedy is a snob is rude is pessimistic is a chronic complainer is fickle is a workaholic is lazy is arrogant is patronizing is a barfly has a problem with alcohol or drugs is an atheist is agnostic is a religious fanatic is emotionally numb is needy is self-centered .

Please do not respond to my ad if you live more than miles kilometers hours from me.

I am simply not interested in not interested in not attracted to not going to reply to unlikely to reply to anyone who is more than years older than I am.

I am simply not interested in not interested in not attracted to not going to reply to unlikely to reply to anyone who is more than years younger than I am.

I am simply not interested in not interested in not attracted to not going to reply to unlikely to reply to anyone who is more than years younger than me or years older.

I am a sucker for sure to melt if you have turned on by especially drawn to women with especially drawn to men with especially drawn to people with Type your primary "must-have" attribute in the box below:

I'll think, "Finally! This is the one!" when I meet someone who
Select one ending, or write your own in the box below. is super smart and interesting, but not necessarily gorgeous. truly loves me. becomes my best friend. loves me and my children. makes me feel young again. is hot, hot, hot! has 70% of what I'm looking for. knows the difference between INCIPIENCE and INSIPIENCE. is a great lover. is very affectionate and caring. shares my outlook on life. cherishes my attributes and ignores my shortcomings. thinks like I do. shares most of my beliefs. shares all of my beliefs.

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Conclusions for your "About My Match" essay:

After reading this, you may think that I am looking for perfection someone who doesn't exist someone too good to be true more than I should be asking for . Not really I am not This isn't true This isn't the case . However, I want I just want I'm just seeking However, I am seeking a partner who has as much to offer as I do is the best possible match for me would be a wonderful partner .

Are you there?

Are you the one?

I hope to hear from you!

I look forward to hearing from you!

Do you really exist? I wonder . . . .

Can I get a chance to know you?

Think we'll click?

If interested, say hi.

Interested? Drop me a note.

If this sounds like you, drop me a line! contact me! please contact me! get in touch! please get in touch!

If you think that we would be a good match, I would love to hear from you!

I look forward to hearing from my ideal mate, or a reasonable facsimile thereof.

But most important of all And last but not least , you are intrigued by what might happen if you contact me.

I am free and ready to meet interesting men women people . Let's give it a chance! Contact me! Please contact me! Get in touch! Please get in touch!

Please do not be offended if I don't reply, just trust that I know what I want in a partner.

Serious inquiries only, please. I am not looking for a fling.

No photo = no reply.

If this sounds like you, then write away and make my day!

If you think we might hit it off, please get in touch with me. Let's see if any magic happens!

Are you feeling any connection with me yet? If so, I'd love to hear from you!

Don't wait too long or someone else may sweep me off my feet!

Your turn!

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