Anna’s man, 6 years ago

While I’m getting myself together this morning (hey, at least I rose before 11 today!!), here’s something to keep ya entertained: Dawn Eden’s sketch of the perfect man (for her).

I once used to make such lists (as any romantic is wont to do), but found a strange concurrence between certain qualities and the guy I had in mind at the moment. I haven’t made a list in quite some time now.

Just for laughs, here’s one I wrote on May 11, 1998. And because the build-up is so horrifically priceless, I’m including that as well.

May 11, 1998
read: Eph. 2:1-10, Matt. 5:17-20, Rom. 7, Ps. 35, 73
weighed: 162
ate: sundries including grapenuts, carrots, frappuccino, beans and Dr. Pepper

I’m liked by someone (or two), Guy Friend #2 says. What to think of that. (wry smile). I wonder ... The Winner? A long-shot, I suppose. I’m not hugely interested, but I haven’t really encountered anything of depth yet, any hook. SO ... what if I’m right? What if he asked me out? I still haven’t settled on an absolute dating policy. It’s really such a gray area! I’d feel odd for saying yes, but why not? Is that just an impatient, hormonal, response? On the other hand, I’m going to have to date at some point — even my husband!

So what am I looking for in a spouse anyway?

[essentials] character integrity an unswerving, fiery passion for God a commitment to purity compassion a heart for missions — maybe even overseas a love for his parents and family good communication skills someone capable of being the spiritual leader commitment to his church humility ability to admit wrong and apologize sense of humor patience

compatibility passion for music comfortableness w/other races and cultures someone w/whom I could converse philosophically musical background/ability intelligence and wit extras a dancer a good back-rubber romantic

Wow. Not even I am that sure what to say after that. Perhaps appropriately enough, today’s first song in the hi-fi was “Freak Like Me.”

And now, since my readers have become soooooooo quiet of late (sniff, gulp, sniff), let’s turn it around to you. What are some of the more memorable things you have wanted or want? You don’t have to get all naked and exposed or anything (especially since this site is allegedly PG-13 rated) ... but share some of the colorful ones, please. You know: stuff like, “has straight teeth,” “free of previous convictions,” etc.