Donna's Daily Diary - November 18, 2009

My first appointment today is a gentleman in his mid 60’s and he ended a five year relationship several months ago. He took a break from dating and feels he is in a good place now to start dating again. He said “I don’t want to waste time meeting and getting to know ladies I am attracted to but nothing else works. Of course I need to be attracted to her but I also want shared interests, compatibility, a great sense of humor, financial stability, an intellectual equal and, someone who likes to have fun and is a positive person.” He wants a serious, committed relationship. He would consider marriage, living together or separate residences. He said “All I need is one right one.” I told him that was one of my favorite sayings “It only takes one right one.” Many of his friends have set him up with ladies in the last few months and he knows they have the best intentions but he compared it to the expression “The road to hell is paved with good intentions.” His sister sent him my email address and he liked what he read on my website. He said “I hope the NEXT special lady in my life will be the LAST special lady in my life.”

My second appointment is a lady, early 40’s, divorced, her long term goal is marriage. She has a Masters degree and a job she loves. Two of her patients (who are Perfectly Matched clients) told her on the same day to “Call Donna.” She thought it was a sign. I actually met this young lady several months ago, professionally. We talked about my service but the timing was not right, now it is. She is petite, fit and, very physically active. On the top of her “must haves”, a sense of humor, intellectually stimulating and has a healthy lifestyle. One of the questions I ask in the interview is “On a scale of zero to ten, how important is physical attraction?” Almost everyone says “7”. She said “5” and she is one of the prettiest ladies I have ever worked with. She asked me if I thought she was attractive. I said, “Definitely.” She said “Men don’t ask me out. I don’t understand. I feel like I’m open and smiling and they just don’t approach. Why do you think that happens?” I said “My guess is they think you are probably already “taken” or, out of their league.” Ironically, she is not looking for Mr. GQ… on a scale of zero to ten a “5”. She said “If he can make me laugh, he’s a 10!”

To be continued tomorrow…………………………….