Girlfriend Qualifications Annual Update

So it has been over a year since I launched this website. I have since  moved onto notasgoodayouthink.blogspot.com  This is the post that I launched this blog with and has been updated.  It was and still is one of my favortie posts.  It is based on my personal preferences as well as general preferences of people I associate with.  Ideally you want to have about 8 of 10 on the list to have hopes of anything lasting.

1. Looks
This is number 1 because its the first thing you notice. It all starts here, there is no number 2 if this does not qualify.  Some people say this is shallow, I'd say it's honest.  There is a reason there are 9 other things on this list, looks only go so far. 

2. Values
This is probably the most important thing to have. Similar values and beliefs are vital the further you advance in a relationship. You must share similar opinions and generally handle situations in reasonable way. Honesty, loyalty, morality and many other things follow in here. Politics and religious beliefs don't necessarily overlap here.

3. Real Job
I understand if your having some trouble with the economy but if your 25 and still working at the bar/club or the hair saloon don't look for me to foot the bill. You must have graduated and have a decent major. The lights must be on upstairs.  If you can't carry on a conversation, it's not going to last long.  Housewives need not apply.

4. Fun
You have to be fun to hang out with and bring out the best in me. Willingness to be up for just about anything. Have me do things I wouldn't normally do. Desire to travel. Good chemistry is key here.

5. Active
Bike riding, running, yoga, whatever as long as you like doing something active. It's attractive if you are somewhat athletic. Laying around all day is boring.  This topic is hitting home with me more as I progress.  If your out and about often, your more productive, your healthier, and your having more fun.  The ability to do something active even if the intensity is toned down key to a healthy relationship.

6. Friends and Family
Your family is preferably nice and together. Maybe your dad is a real sports fan and your not an only child. Friends are cool to hang out with and not stuck up. Hopefully they are cool enough to hang out with in a group.  Its important to maintain your friendships and not be so absorbed in each other that you neglect your friends.  It also helps things from becoming stale.

7.Sports
I wish this didn't have to be on the list but it does. You don't have to like sports but you must tolerate my fandom. Hopefully you find the athletic competition interesting but at the very least humor me from time to time. Hopefully you enjoy going to events be it sports or otherwise.  This is a major point of contention and has been discussed ad nausea outside of this space.  Each side has to sacrifice a little here but don't expect me to attend Saturday weddings in the fall.

8. Independent
You do your own thing and can think for yourself. You are not co-dependent on others all the time. You don't get sucked into hype and trends. Generally speaking you don't do things solely because it's the popular thing to do. You hate Dave Matthews Band because you know they suck.  You can stand your ground if necessary.

9. Bed
There should be little to no restrictions here. Preferably everything is in play.

10. Driven
Something motivates you. So passionate about something that you will work hard to achieve your goal. You have future plans even if they aren't always crystal clear.  This can apply to alot of things and can simply separate you from other people.