I’m feeling very appreciative of men this year and decided to repost this blog to remind all you men-folk out there that we wimmin-folk are really glad you’re around (even if we forget to tell you sometimes.)
I don’t feel that I may speak for all women, but I can speak for myself and share what I love about certain men… for my long time blog readers, I’ve added a few new notes of appreciation *grin*
I love a man who knows and lives in integrity. Means what he says, is who he is and inspires that kind of trust you feel safe leaning into.
I love a man who puts his faith in God first…not in a judgmental or limiting kind of way…but in that open hearted, joyful and inclusive walk with God that inspires your own faith to grow kind of way.
I love men who aren’t afraid to be silly or laugh at “non-manly” things. Something about being surprised by someone’s laughter just adds a certain richness to life.
I love men who are comfortable in their own manly skin. Men who focus on building others up and bringing joy and support to the people they adore. Men who celebrate a woman’s femininity and beauty and who see it as a gift God gave women to share with others. Men who want to pursue and cherish a strong, smart, passionate and emotionally healthy woman…a woman like me! *grin*
I adore a guy who is smart! Smart in that witty, engaging, verbally gifted kind of way. That makes me weak in the knees.
I love a man who faces down adversity like the proverbial western gun-slinger. Just stares it in the eyes and figures out how to beat that adversity into submission. I’m also a fan of the zen approach of just flowing around the issue like water. I guess I just really admire and feel at peace knowing that he’s not going to freak out and fall apart when something goes wrong.
I love men who know to look beyond the outward package to what is beneath. A guy who sees my humor or intelligence or spirituality as the thing to brag about to their guy friends…that guy I’ll hold onto.
I love men who know how to genuinely compliment me and arent afraid to do so even when it makes me blush.
I love men who open doors, pursue a woman they are interested in, walk on the street side of a sidewalk, show up when they say they will, say they’ll call and actually call, believe in chivalry and notice little things that need doing and do them!
I am impressed by those of you men who can cook. *hats off*
I admire men who are married/in a relationship and dont even LOOK at other women.
I like the guys who drive a little fast and still hold my hand in between shifting.
I love a guy who can help me with something heavy, messy or just generally gross. I like being a girl.
I love men who like to play AND be responsible. Men who like to plan out a great trip or show up unexpectedly for a spontaneous cup of coffee.
I love a man who will sing along to his favorite tunes and not worry about whether or not his voice is “good enough.” If your voice is REALLY bad… loud music can be good too. *cheeky grin*
I love a guy who knows how to limit his video game/sports/TV/whatever addiction to a manageable distraction.
I love a man with shoulders broader than mine, with enough height that I don’t tower in my heels, deep voices, manly hands, eyes that smile, one of those huggers who really HUG you!
I love it when a man notices my efforts to look good… from painted toenails to wearing his favorite color.
I love the way a creative man’s eyes see the world. I love the way a finance guy is fascinated with trends and cycles. I love the way an entrepreneur views risk and reward. I love the way a handy guy takes pride in the process. I love the way a business man’s mind solves a problem. I love the way a sales guy figures out how to match a service or product to need. I love the way the teacher guy wants to change the world… one mind at a time.
I’m sure I’ll think of more things that I love about men, but for now this is just to let you guys know how appreciated you are. And p.s. I don’t personally need all of these things in one man… these are just qualities I’ve seen that I appreciate. *grin*
8 Comments
July 21, 2008 at 8:36 pm
Nice to see an uplifting post by a woman about men. It’s an indication that the author is a strong, smart, passionate, and emotionally healthy woman
July 24, 2008 at 1:15 pm
awww — roger, you do know how to say the sweetest things.
September 20, 2008 at 7:36 pm
That was so beautiful. We share so much in common with our love of men.
October 1, 2008 at 8:37 pm
No offense but if you want to be a “writer” then you are going to have to write about things besides your own personal life. Try writing about something else besides dating. There is already plenty of material on it.
October 2, 2008 at 10:06 am
Hey Pat, no offense taken. I write about other things during my day job. This is a personal blog about dating, so it’s likely to have even more writing about relationships in the future. *grin* Thanks!
October 3, 2008 at 2:26 pm
I certainly don’t speak for all men – as I hope I’m unique in my own right, but your post inspired me to think about what I like/love about women – so here it goes…
I love woman who are confident in themselves, in such a way that they can be engaging in any situation, whether it be a boardroom, a bedroom or a playroom.
I love woman who don’t look like every other woman found in magazines, TV, movies, etc. Imperfection and uniqueness are memorable. Brooke Shields is beautiful, but forgetable.
I love woman who have curves! Tracing the curves of their hips with my fingers is a gentle delight I’ll never tire of.
I love women who speak their mind and aren’t afraid of locker-room language.
I love women who can laugh at themselves and get me to do the same thing.
I love women who drink beer right out of the bottle.
I love women who like to sweat – whether at the gym, on the field – or in a 90 degree tent.
I love women who can laugh out loud.
I love women who understand the being a Mommy is the greatest gift of all.
I love women who kiss with passion and reckless abandon.
I love women who know the difference between love and sex – and explore them both.
I love women who don’t need me, but want me.
I love women who can kick my ass in tennis.
I love women who aren’t afreaid to cheer me on when I’m a weekend warrior.
I love women who drive their cars with confidence and a little aggression.
I love women who don’t expect me to hold the door for them, but appreciate it when I do.
I love women who smile a litle smile whenever they see me.
I love women want to try new things.
I love women who talk to strangers.
I love women who don’t mind being alone.
And that’s all I have time for.
October 5, 2008 at 3:06 pm
Jeff,
My friends want to know who and where you are so they can line up to date you.
LOL
January 20, 2009 at 9:44 pm
Jeff!….”Tracing the curves of their hips wtih my finger tips, is a gentle delight,”……If I may rewrite that, “Tracing the curves of their hips with my finger tips, is LUXURIOUS.”…..