November 15, 2001

It's my birthday, and there's something I want. Someone, actually. Someone special.

It's been way too long since there was any romance in my life. If you'd like to apply for the position of Male-Who-Captures-Becky's-Attention, all you have to do is let me know why it is you should be the one.

Before you start flexing your fingers---I know already that most of my regular readers are females, gay males, or straight males already spoken for. But the way I see it, you probably have friends or brothers who are eligible, and you may share the link. Do not think of it as matchmaking, merely providing information.

Yes, I'm serious about this.

There are a few requirements. Applicants must be:

• Male and straight (no offense, but for umm, certain kinds of affection, the girl needs a boy who wants a girl).
• Not otherwise attached. Divorced is okay; rebounders need not apply.
• Of legal age. I have no interest whatsoever in contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
• Smokers or happy to put up with my smoking. Cigars and pipes are fine; illegal susbtances are not.
• Ability to enjoy that which is hinted at in requirement 1. And the grace to appreciate it.
• For that matter, the grace to appreciate the rest of me.
• Good manners, in public and private settings.
• A liberal attitude, socially and politically. Reading prior entries at this site will perhaps explain that one a bit better.
• Close enough to me geographically or wealthy enough to get here. I have neither time nor funds for much travel at present.
• Willingness and ability to make me believe that spending time with me is the most wonderful thing in your world.
• References...the character kind. I'm not in the mood to deal with stalkers.

Things you need to know about me:

• All of the above, said or implied, plus:
• I don't much care for confrontation. I don't usually give in to anger, but I tend to get ugly when my feelings are hurt.
• I don't get impressed with expensive restaurants. In fact, I don't care for most of the ones to which I've ever been.
• I am also not favorably impressed with expensive gifts, unless it's something you're sure I want.
• I have utterly no patience with snobs.
• I otherwise do have some patience, but don't suffer fools.
• I am a very loving, affectionate person.

Once I know enough about who you are to feel comfortable, I will be glad to provide character references.

Those who can appreciate and meet the above requirements are invited to contact me. All mail will be answered.