the leading man

I was talking with darling Kelley today about girls being sidekicks and boys being leading men. That's when in my head i started to compose the perfect leading man for me. Calm down this is a wish list and in no shape or form realistic, but beyond entertaining to think about. Its been like 7 months since I've really liked a boy so this is my wishful thinking during my dry spell.

Jeddah's leading man will have the valor and loyalty of Gerard Butler's character in "300". the Abs are optional.:)

This same leading man will have the sincerity and Honestly of Mr. Darcy. He also had a very low tolerance for stupidity and i support that characteristic as well. If he came with Pemberly I wouldn't mind either. He is also welcome to glance in my direction longingly as often as he pleases.

Lets take into consideration the sharp and honest tongue of Rhett Butler. He knows what he wants and how he will get it. I admire his bluntness. He is also very genuine in his own twisted way and sees right through the fake actions of others. Getting in an argument with him would be such a turn on! I need to be kissed often and by those who know how too Rhett!!

Now The Rock. His charm, his smile, how in most of his movies he hates to use guns unless he has to. He is so brave and strong. He always fights for whats right. He is probably feeding the homeless his homemade chili right now. i am fully aware of how cheesy i sound right now.He is my Tad Hamilton.I have an awkward darling crush oh him, so my leading man if its not him, will have all of the above mentioned characteristics. And secretly i as twisted as it may sound to some, i find his tattoos very hot.

What i find to be very very important is charisma and wit. The sense of humor of Jim from "The Office"captures the personality i need. He is charming, funny, sweet, spontaneous, sarcastic, witty and quick. This sense of humor is rare and beautiful in its natural and truest form. I need someone who can keep me on my toes in a conversation and who can joke and play at any time. Witty banter is the biggest of turn ons to me!! Friends lets think back on the boys I've liked or dated, ALL VERY FUNNY at least to me. ( yes my volermort was very funny regardless of his emotional baggage!!)

So take all these characteristics, and add what is most near and dear to my heart, Good old strong LDS faith. The Strength of Captain Moroni who followed his heart and his faith is a must have in my main man. All this would create the perfect man for Jeddah, unless those who know me better than i do think they can do better! While i tough it out with this dry spell for leading men in my life, i will refer to my emotional and spiritual Frankenstein type leading man i created myself.

BEFORE I DIE

I have never been east of Texas. I am planning a trip to DC this spring, but before that day i have never crossed the wide Mississippi. I have been to about every state west of Texas. I have seen both Dakotas, Wyoming, Nebraska, Oregon and Idaho. I have seen about every part of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado and California. I have done cart-wheels into 4 different states at the same time (shout out to 4 corners) But, i have never been east. This haunts me because one of my dying wishes and life long goals is to see real life fireflies.

They fascinate me. I would love to run around at twilight and catch some in a mason jar. This is one of my heart's desires. It may sound random and weird, but hey this is me we are talking about. I find the idea of walking through a field of fireflies to be dreamy and romantic. Its just a matter of time before i head to the south to find some, and pick up post cards along the way. I don't know what, and i don't know how but i know something is starting right now, watch and you'll see some day I'll be part of their world!

If you know me then you also know about my strange fascination with Machu Picchu in Peru. If i could go any where in the entire world i would go there. The idea of hiking up there and seeing that vista and walking in and around those ancient structures is very appealing to me. I would want to get lost there, or spend the night there and explore for days. As long as there are no giant spiders. I want to go before they build a tram to the top, before it gets trampled by more tourists as it becomes more easily accessible. I have always wanted to go there ever since i learned about it in Spanish Class in 6th grade. I carry pictures of it around with me. When i hiked around Uxmal in Mexico it just strengthened my longing to go farther south and explore in Peru. Friends invite me to go on foreign cruises or travel to Australia or New Zealand. I won't go, not until i see Machu Picchu first. Hell or high water i am going. Who is with me?

I have broken free!

So this is how my TV viewing was the past fall, before the evil strike. Some of these shows i would end up watching online later, but these are the ones i followed.
MONDAY- "Chuck" and "Samantha Who?"
TUESDAY- "Bones" every now and again, not religiously
WEDNESDAY-nothing really, maybe "Bones" is on wednesday, i cant remember
THURSDAY(brace yourselves)- "Ugly Betty", "The Office", "30 Rock", "Grey's Anatomy" and an occasional episode of "ER" to see if the girl from India ever hooked up with Shane West's character but i think i am not sure but i think his legs got severed off and is gone. Please note that this took old fashioned VCR recording, or waiting till friday to watch some episodes on line.
FRIDAY-"Moonlight"
So now because the writer's strike has carried on for many dark and cold months, i haven't had this usually very rigerous TV viewing schedule.With the beauty of the internet, i was able to watch all these shows "On Jeddah Demand" freeing up some evenings for actual socialization and interaction with fellow human beings. But i still planned to tune into at least parts of most of these shows, or episode recaps.

Does anyone else feel eerily liberated with some good free time on their hands? I realized this week that i have so much spare time. Precious time that back in the days of regularly scheduled programming was no where to be found. I went to a ward activity last night, on a Thursday, the busiest TV night of the week. I do pilates before bed. I have read some dang good books. I have started to dust off my painting supplies and listen to some good tunes and paint, which is my therapy and happy place. i call people and talk to them after 9 when my minutes are free. It is such a strange feeling but i am liking it. I am in no means saying that the writer's strike should keep on trucking. What i do think is that i might sacrifice some shows to have "Jeddah Time" which i really enjoy on nights when i am not in class. Now people i do want you to know that i am just as suseptable to "Gilmore Girls" reruns and i have tuned in to Idol auditions. Calm down i havent thrown the tube into the great salt lake or anything drastic.

I guess i am just asking all you fellow bloggers and TV fans, because i know you are out there, how you doing with the free time? have you rediscovered yourselves? i think i might take up sailing or spelunking when the weather warms up. Don't worry i will never desert "Conan O'Brian" or "So You Think You Can Dance" when the occasion calls for it.