My single-ness has come up in conversation several times in the last couple months. It's got me thinking. I've really only been interested in a couple women in the past 2 years. But, it seems they would rather be poked in the eye than spend time with me. Something, which I'm sure is entirely my fault to several degrees.  

I am a walking deal-breaker
I don't own a car or a house. I don't sleep in a bed but on the floor. I live simply and humbly. By humbly, I mean like poor people do. I'm divorced. I have a son. I am damaged goods at worst and mildly refurbished goods at best. I have strong opinions and convictions. I am open and honest with people to an offputting degree. I have bouts with depression.

I am a walking dream boat
I have a decent job and live consistently. I'm decent looking and athletic. I'm talented and intelligent with a fun sense of humor bordering on excessively silly. I am passionate and devoted. I don't smoke, drink, do drugs and I am an incredibly faithful person. I'm a leader in the communities I'm part of. I am spiritual more than religious. I'm generally cheerful. I'm great with children and am a doting father. I can be inspiring. I work hard and play hard. I am gentle and kind.

I am a walking disaster
I wait till the last minute. I'm too generous. I spend money easily. I don't plan things. I go with the flow. I sometimes don't do what needs done soon enough just to make it harder. I sometimes avoid difficult conversations. I can be a weasel. I can be duplicitous.

I am a walking diamond
I am organized and cool-headed. I am at peace in all weathers. I am competant and confident. I have great ability tempered with humility. I put charity above judgment. I'm always willing to help. I am a cheerful giver and low maintenance. I will share my joy with you. I practice loving kindness in as many situations as I can. My "power and potent army is patience."

So, somewhere in the center of this many-faceted venn diagram is the whole picture of me as God sees me. Maybe somewhere is this amazing lady whose many-faceted venn diagram is the perfect compliment. But, we shall see by the by.

I love you all,
Daniel