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Are you doing everything wrong when trying to find Mr. Right?
We all have our checklists: Sexy smile, big shoulders, a great sense of humour. But what if your demands aren't met? Then what?
By Jacqueline Parker
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I am going on a blind date tonight with nothing but faith and a killer red Chanel lipstick. We've spoken for a few hours on the phone and on paper he is "it," or a reasonable facsimile of it, anyway. With my share of heavy expectations, I hope for instant want-to-touch-you attraction and chemistry that's almost palpable. Anything else and I'm out of there before the second glass of Merlot is poured.
Why is it so difficult to find a great guy? They say he's out there, but let's face it. Who's "they" and what do they know about my dating dilemmas? This mystery man continues to elude me at every dinner, art gallery show, movie and coffee date I've been on. I look at it this way: Our culture is designed to provide immediate gratification. We rarely line up at the bank, we spend more on premium services and luxury brands than ever before and we're more inclined now to speak up if our needs aren't met. If I walk into that restaurant tonight and my heart doesn't instantly skip a beat, this guy won't stand a chance. Time is money and I'm not willing to waste either in the race against my biological clock.
With age comes depth and wisdom and while there is no denying the excitement of that instant spark, reality is a vital factor. I can continue to live my life alone waiting for the debonair Mr. Pierce Bronson/fun-loving Matthew McConaughey look-alike, or I can accept a harsher reality. I'm no Elizabeth Hurley/Jessica Simpson catch, either. What would I do with a perfect guy anyway? There is something more interesting and endearing about our shortcomings and imperfections (right?). This date may never have materialized if my "yes" was pending on his picture alone. The three-hour phone conversation is ultimately what sold me. Because of his wit and passion for cooking, he has me hoping tonight will be a great success. My single status may be revoked once and for all!
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