Excuse me while I feel sorry for myself for a bit

Since it's close to Valentine's Day (gross), I decided to complain about being single. I thought maybe it would be best to come up with a list of some of the qualities I'm looking for in a guy. I know it's a tall order, but I suppose he doesn't have to meet ALL of them. I would be embarrassed if people were actually reading this blog.

1. He's an artist of some kind, preferably a musician.

2. He makes me laugh all the time, even when I don't feel like laughing.

3. He puts up with my craziness and tomfoolery. In fact, he finds it endearing.

4. He likes the same music as me or music that's at least similar.

5. He can drive a manual car or is willing to learn (hey, it's an important skill).

6. He calms me down when I get upset, but doesn't tell me how to fix what's bothering me.

7. He keeps up with my sudden topic changes. He also won't bat an eye if I switch from Nine Inch Nails to Mahler to Björk to old Smashing Pumpkins to Radiohead...I think you see where this is going.

8. I feel like a better person when I'm around him or thinking about him.

9. He's outgoing and talkative like me, but forgives me for when I ultimately dominate the conversation.

10. He also forgives me for being much more book smart than common sense smart.

11. He's easily described as a nerd, geek, and/or dork.

12. He likes video games but isn't a serious gamer.

13. He helps me cook and bake and gives honest opinions about the results.

14. He likes dogs better than cats.

15. He wants to travel the world...with me!

16. He gives great, frequent back rubs.

17. He makes sure I don't forget to watch the Daily Show and Colbert Report.

18. He quotes movies and tv shows just as much as I do.

19. He inspires me to exercise and be healthy.

20. He is a smart-aleck and a teaser but knows when to stop.

21. He is romantic without being sappy.

22. He's very smart but doesn't feel the need to show off.

23. He doesn't mind that I would leave him for Billy Corgan or Trent Reznor.

24. He isn't overly into sports.

25. His eyes still light up when I'm wearing t-shirts and jeans, no make-up, and glasses.