Before & After: Karaoke Mom
Before:
Who am I? It’s hard for me to write about myself, so I’ll just list off some stuff…
~I am a mother of a wonderful little boy.
~I work full-time as an administrative assistant. I’ve been at my job for 5 years.
~I go to school part-time. I’m working towards a degree in business administration
~I have strong family values. They always come first.
~I haven’t decided what I want my career path in life to be yet. My goal right now, is to get my associates and then continue on to a bachelor’s in something that I really enjoy.
~I have a lot of friends. Sometimes I think too many. I pick them carefully and have a great support system for every aspect of life.
~I LOVE karaoke. I don’t sing a lot myself but I enjoy karaoke bars and listening to others sing. Good or bad. It’s fun.
~I’m addicted to music. I believe that no matter the circumstance, music has the ability to help you heal or make anything more fun.
~I love to laugh and have fun, if you can’t enjoy life, then what’s the point?
~I have a lot of respect for myself.
~I don’t do drugs and I don’t want to be with someone that does them, even “socially”
~I am intelligent.
~I will be secretly judging your grammar, if it’s bad, I probably won’t talk to you.
~I very recently started enjoying wine and I’m looking for some way to learn more about it.
~I’m in love with life. It’s been a bumpy road, but I’ve come out on top. Nothing can hold me back…
~What you see is what you get, what you hear is what you get. I’m a real person and you will get the real me. I don’t play games.
~Last March, I took part in organizing a benefit for cystic fibrosis. We raised over $5, 000 and it felt wonderful. I’m hoping to do more of that. It feels great to help people.
~I don’t like the crazy stalker type, so be sane. Please.
About my match:
~Loyal
~Honest
~Hardworking
~Similar interests
~Family-oriented
~Friendly
~Good Sense of humor
~Respectful of others feelings, thoughts, personality.
~Intelligent
~Capable of being in a healthy relationship
After:
Seeking closet nerds and geeks
I’m addicted to music. No matter what’s going on in my life, I can find the soundtrack to make it better! This extends to my not-so-secret love of karaoke. I don’t sing often but I love hanging out with my friends at a karaoke bar and laughing ourselves silly over the bad singers. Every once in a while, there’s someone who is really good, too! My philosophy is if you can’t laugh and love and enjoy life, then what’s the point? When I’m off the clock, I surround myself with the people who mean the most to me: my little boy, my family, and my friends. Last year, I helped organize a benefit for cystic fibrosis and raised over $5000. It felt so great to help people and I’m always looking for more ways to get involved.
You’re the type of guy who loves his life. If you’ve been on a bumpy road but come out on top, then we’ll have a lot in common! I’ve always been a sucker for smart guys, especially the type you’d never expect to be smart just from looking at him. If you’re somewhere between the quarterback with the 4.0 GPA and the scrawny Chess Club President, you’re my kind of guy. I’m dying to find a companion for wine tasting – have you ever been? Send me an email, you nerdly manly men of the world. I promise I’ll write back and I won’t even grade you on your grammar.
Before & After: Tarzan
Before:
ME tarzan. ME grab vine swing to Jane cave. ME, Jane go eat at local water hole. ME tell embarassing story of Tarzan’s loin cloth fall down in front of whole tribe. Jane laugh till water come out her nose. Tarzan laugh at Jane, till he breathe no more and is crying. Tarzan catch breath before Jane call Witchdoctor. Me, Jane go to special cave with light flicker on cave wall. IT not violent horror movie with lot blood everywhere, it love story no like what tazan enjoy, but he hope for a few quick shot of love or nudity. Him not very lucky. It only PG. Tarzan swing Jane back to her cave. Tarzan, hope he get asked in to cave, but not get his hope up too much. Tarzan make sneak play for kisses. Then go home with big smile on face. I think all in all I am just seeking someone who is just after someone to share with in life. I would not like to date anyone who needs a boyfirend to validate who they are in this world. I guess i am after someone who doesnt need a boyfriend at all. I just want someone to tell how bad life sucks, or how great life is, and listen to what they have to say about it. I need someone with a different point of view, but maybe not a completely oppostite stance. Maybe someone who can enlighten me about ME, and in this mean show me some new things new ideas, things i may not have considered and the like. I dont know. I think i like the Tarzan/Jane stuff better. Yeah, Tarzan. I wish things were as simple as that. Seems lots of girls are after someone with a great sense of humor, but we all know that even the funniest guy has to also be good looking. I may just have to be funnier.
After:
What do you think of leopard print?
One of my favorite things to do is watching bad movies. Not flops, I mean the kind of movies that are so bad you’d have to be tied down and forced to watch them. Remember Mystery Science Theater 3000? I seek out lemon movies and make lemonade! I’m an Army brat and have lived all over the country. I’m fairly new to town here and haven’t really found any cool places besides the cool skull entrance at Vortex. Do you know of some hot spots I should check out?
I’m looking for a girl who wants someone to share her life. In the end, she wants to come home to someone who will listen to her day. We’ll share a stack of blueberry pancakes, have deep (or even heated!) philosophical conversations, and fall asleep snuggled up on the couch while watching the rain pour down outside our window. Sometimes, I wish things were as simple as Tarzan and Jane. Do you think I’d look good in leopard print?
Before & After: Future Politician
Before:
Looking forward to the winter snow
I’m a final year student, studying politics, and no I don’t have my eye on political office. That doesn’t mean I’m lacking ambition though: I’m planning on doing a Masters degree next year. I’m a studious guy, but I like to take things easy as well, and enjoy relaxing with a good book, a videogame or a DVD. I also dabble with photography – mostly buildings and landscapes- and cookery. I’m looking for that special someone that is rather unique. I like people who don’t just go along with the crowd and have an independent mind. Someone who can challenge me on all sorts of issues and beliefs. An interest in politics would be awesome, as long as we can agree to disagree on some things. An interest in gaming, (video and good old fashioned pen and paper RPGs) would be pretty cool as well. Most games more fun with two after all.
After:
Looking for a snowy Valentine
You could call me a studious guy – in my final year studying politics with plans to enroll in a Masters program next year. Don’t worry! I have no plans on running for political office! Can you imagine the dirt the tabloids would have on me? I can see the headlines now: HAMMER SEEN DRINKING ALE AT PUB. (Okay, maybe that’s not dirt exactly. I’m a pretty clean-cut guy.) Even if I was a politician, I’m pretty sure it’s not scandalous to read books, watch movies, dabble in landscape photography, experiment in the kitchen, or play video games. It’s fun, though, and I’d love to have you along for the ride.
You’re the type of girl who doesn’t go along with the crowd. You’ve got an independent mind and love to use it to challenge your friends to think outside the box. A love of politics is great so long as we can agree to disagree on some things. I’d love to have a girl who feels just like a best friend. Bonus points if you enjoy any sort of games – board games, video games, pen and paper RPGs. Most games are more fun with two, after all! What’s your favorite game of all time?
Before & After: Pirate Lover
Before:
Romance is Adventure.
My ideal date therefore includes a pirate attack.
I don’t like long walks along the beach.
There’s so many more interesting things you can do there. You can play Frisbee. Fly a kite. Lie in the sun and read a good book. Build Sand castles. Dig for seashells. Dig for buried treasure. Dig a hole and bury your friends.
You can long conversations about current events. Or sea monsters. Or the geological processes that caused the beach to form in the first place. Or one of those twisty-turny conversations that starts with some innocent topic like the weather, but then goes off on tangent after tangent and suddenly you’re yelling at the top of your lungs about how Winston Churchill could totally kick Darth Vader’s butt, and everyone else on the beach is staring at you.
Or you could go for a swim. Or you could try to learn to surf, but never manage to catch a wave, accidentally swallow several gallons of seawater, and exclaim (with mock indignity) that you’ve never been so miserable (But then show up the next day, ready for another go).
Or the moon could be out, the stars could be shining, and you could be lying in the cool, wet sand with the man you love. You’d look deeply into his eyes, and he’d gaze into yours. Then you’d slowly lean forward, your lips coming together in a passionate kiss.
And then you’d giggle uncontrollably, because you got sand in your shorts.
After:
How cool it would be if our date were crashed by pirates?
Imagine if you will, a beautiful beach scene. But we’re not walking hand in hand, nope, that’s for boring people. We’re better than that. We’re playing Frisbee, flying a kite, having an epic sandcastle-building contest, or digging for long lost pirate treasures. We’re talking about current events, the geology of beaches, or arguing over who would win in a cage fight between Winston Churchill and Darth Vader. Everyone on the beach is staring at us, but don’t worry, it’s because they’re jealous!
I’m the type of guy who swallows gallons of seawater learning how to surf. I exclaim with mock indignity that I’ve never been so miserable, but then show up the next day, ready to do it all over again! Sucker for punishment or just tenacious? You decide! Let’s get together sometime – I can make an adventure out of the ordinary and would love to have someone along for the ride! Whether it’s pondering the Grand Slam at Denny’s at 2 a.m. or laughing hysterically with sand in our shorts at the beach, I’m up for it. Are you?
Before & After: Leader Dad
Before:
I am a mass of inherent contradictions. I suppose you could call me “complex,” but I am perfectly consistent once you see all the moving parts in action. I am a non-conformist who works in management. I loathe politicians but work in government. I am a mediocre athlete who has won a few national championships, mostly through being really stubborn—or how about “goal-focused.” That sounds nicer.
I have a four-year old daughter who means the world to me. I am the prototypical doting father. A time spent reading book with her is just about my favorite activity.
While I am not afraid of change, I enjoy routines. Workout/shower/Starbucks/bookstore is a typical Saturday morning, except the days with my daughter, when the bookstore visit usually comes later in the afternoon after the zoo. And, the books have more pictures in them.
I have many sports heroes. Some are icons, but most are iconoclasts. I try to live my life like Steve Prefontaine: leading from the front, fearlessly. I certainly do not always succeed at that, but I think maybe the trying is as important as the succeeding. While I wanted Floyd Landis to carry Lance Armstrong’s legacy, instead he made me lose faith in cycling. Evander Holyfield is still The Man. Did you know that Sir Stephen Redgrave earned his fifth Olympic gold while managing diabetes? True story.
I am very sensitive. I consistently tear up even watching The Natural or You’ve Got Mail. But, we can both pretend that I have something in my eye—there is no need to make fun of me. Counter intuitively, though, I am not particularly empathic. I generally have no idea how people are feeling, and I am terrible at reading facial expressions. For me to know something, folks have to tell me. Once I know about it, I am all over it though.
I am honestly not certain of my “perfect woman” but I do know some traits that matter. Most important, she will communicate clearly and honestly. She will be sincere in her affections for friends and family, and value them. She will be intelligent and outspoken, or at least confident in her opinions even if she chooses not to announce them. She will have a healthy lifestyle, be fit, and know that manners matter. And cute is good, too.
After:
Life is best viewed from the front row
I try to live my life like famed distance runner Steve Prefontaine: leading from the front, fearlessly. I don’t always succeed, but trying is just as important. A non-conformist that works in management, I am one of the few Americans that does not consider “bureaucrat” to be a nasty word. If our society’s best and brightest work to improve government services, then we all benefit. When I’m not working, I grab a drink at Starbucks and wander the aisles of the nearest bookstore. On weekends when my daughter is home, you’ll find us in the children’s section looking at Dr. Seuss and Berenstain Bears books. For a four year old, she has great taste in literature!
The lady of my dreams might bump into me in the aisles of Barnes & Noble, while she picks out a good book… or maybe a DVD? Just to warn you – I tear up watching The Natural or You’ve Got Mail, but we can both pretend there’s something in my eye. I have been dying for an excuse to get out more. Tapping my toes to live jazz or seeing some local theater productions would make me a happy man. Would you accompany me sometime?
Before & After: Cool Chef
Before:
Nice geek seeks cute dork.
I am an optimistic person. I always try to find the good in things and in people. I am very laid-back and easy-going. It takes a lot to get me mad. I can laugh at myself. I am easily amused. I love to smirk and laugh. I am dependable. I am punctual, loyal, trustworthy, and truthful. I am also very trusting which has been my downfall sometimes but that’s who I am. I am a geek. I love to read. Especially fantasy and science fiction. I also like computers and roleplaying games. I am very healthy. I love to cook. I would rather cook than eat out most of the time. I eat healthy. I exercise every day. I play softball for my work and am looking to join other sports. I take care of my body. I do not smoke and do not drink very much if at all. I am independent. I have my own house, truck, and live alone. I take care of myself and my two cats. I am clean and organized. I am a country person. I like camping, fishing, hiking, etc. I love the rain.
After:
Seeking sous-chef for quiche masterpiece.
Why go out to eat when you can have a wholesome home-cooked meal? You’ll find me conquering a mini-golf course, knocking down pins at the bowling alley, catching fish, working out, or watching a good game of hockey, but it’s rare to find me at a restaurant unless I’m with a group of friends. My mom taught me how to cook and it’s so satisfying to eat a meal that I have prepared myself from start to finish. I pride myself on my recipe for quiche – not only is it fun to make, it’s delicious!
My match might be found at the local bookstore, paddling a canoe down a river, or hitting some softballs out of the park. She’s passionate about her interests and curious about mine, so we’d always have plenty to talk about and learn from each other. Would you like to be my sous chef, co-chef, or taste tester? Send me an email and let’s create a culinary masterpiece together!