Feature Comparison of Women I’ve Dated

Hello Readers,
Last summer when I was dating a little more, I decided I’d like to narrow the field of woman I’d dated. When I started comparing their differences, I realized I’d need to get it down on paper so I could look over the information easier. I set up a chart with one word headings of different ‘features’ that were important to me or were at least worth noting. Now the column headers are just my personal criteria but anyone could create their own comparison based on what they are looking or not looking for in a prospective dating partner. This is not a comparison for a spouse, roommate, or long term relationship…It’s just a short list so I could keep it all straight. Have some fun and make your own. You may be surprised what you learn about yourself when you get it all down in one place.

NAME-Put down the name to stay organized.
AGE- It’s nice to know how old someone is. The closer to your age, the more things you may have in common. Most of the woman were older than me!
KIDS-I’m a parent and if a woman has kids, we have a big item in common. More importantly, this Mom most likely knows more about sharing, self-sacrifice, responsibility and is not the center of her universe. For some reason, I’m more attracted to Moms.
TIME AVAILABLE-Ever go out with someone who wants to meet that special person but can only see you once a month because they are too busy? Well I have and it’s not what I’m into. I’m interested in someone who can fit me in their schedule a bit or at least will try and make time. Perhaps they weren’t that into me either which is fine but I don’t want to keep following up only to get pushed aside. Life’s to short, time for us both to move on…
FEELINGS AVAILABLE-Sometimes I’ve been into someone but they don’t feel as strongly back. Maybe they just weren’t as attracted or maybe they don’t offer themselves up that easily. (And I’m speaking of many dates, not in one night) At some point you have to be honest with yourself and decide if they are worth putting the time into…especially if you have strong feeling for them. No fun being the only one in love…Even if they’re not in love with you…Is there even a chance they could love? Figure this out early on!
ATTRACTED-This could be a whole comparison unto itself. When I say attraction, for myself I mean everything bundled into this one word. Their face, body, skin, smell, persona, libido, sex skills….everything. I give this a 1 to 10 rating with 10 being highest. Very important to me especially if were dating.
DISTANCE-Closer is better! I don’t want to spend my whole life on the freeway chasing down this person…Within 20 miles is best but I’ve driven far for a lady I really liked. (But would have preferred her closer).
HOME-Do they own their own home or are they renting a room or apartment?
JOB-Do they have a job? If they don’t can they support themselves? If the dating develops into something serious, I don’t want to have to support someone else. I already have children to support. Sorry but even if you’re a supermodel, at this age, I want you self-sufficient.
EDUCATION-I attended and graduated from college. It’s not a deal breaker but I find I’m more attracted to woman who’ve gone to college. They tend to be better speakers, more sociable, more interesting, worldlier…and most likely have a decent job they are happy with.