If I Were Looking

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If I were looking for a guy,

what qualities would spring to mind?

Well first and foremost he would need

to demonstrate that he was kind.

His IQ needn't spiral high,

but neither would I want him dense,

intelligence is fine to have,

but so is good old common sense.

I couldn't bear the type of chap

without the slightest zest for life,

glued firmly to the tv screen,

who wants a doormat for a wife.

And trust me humour is a must,

a wit that's quick not thick and slow,

who likes to crack a joke or two,

who'll lift your spirits when you're low.

Yet he should have a tender side,

be unafraid to show his heart.

A loving nature, passionate

who won't require a kick to start.

I've learned that looks don't count a dime,

a handsome face will fade with time.

This man of course should not object 

to poems based on metered rhyme.

If I were looking but I'm not,

content I guess with what I've got.

I think I'll stop before I find

I've landed in a sticky spot.

Reviews

[red93]

Ooh I love this Chris and you put yr requirements so well. I am sure you make or made a Fabulous Partner !

I have had 2 Wives, both Pillars of the Community, and they both ended up putting me on the streets - mainly I surmise because neither of them are Writers and they simply could not handle even my modest 'success'.

My Oxford Girlfriend was also a Writer, and we never officially split up, just drifted away as the song says 👍👍👍👍👍

[Chris Shaw]

Of course I’m a fabulous partner Tony. Goes without saying. I think we have all made a few unwise choices at times :) Hope you had a lovely Christmas Day and a big thank you for stopping by.

Chris

[red93]

My Xmas was fine thanx Chris, and I was most heartened by the King's Speech - he appears to be more of a Socialist than Keir Starmer 👍👍👍👍👍

[Neville]

Fervently looking is one thing .. taking a quick crafty peek is something else entirely .. and then of course, there's the other .. Feels like more than just a bit o fun to me our Chris :)

[Chris Shaw]

Are you sitting across the desk wearing a white coat ? How much is that consultation gonna set me back lol. A simple marketing exercise for a friend. Ya muchly Neville fir raking this one up :)

Chris

[Neville]

you can have that one on on me ........ :)

[Jon Roggie]

For a moment,
I thought I had a chance.
Granted,
it would be a long commute,
but it could be an interesting dance.

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely poetic response to my poem Jon. Pleased to have you visit and thank you so much. Hope all is good with you.

Chris

[Jon Roggie]

I feel if someone writes something you understand,
you might as well respond in kind. Plus it sounds better than "Great write!"

[Chris Shaw]

A poetic response is always special to receive, so thank you again.

[Dave]

Chris - you have touched all the bases haven't you? Despite being a man, I would agree with you. Perhaps you might offer this as a guide for those ladies that are looking but don't know exactly what it is they are looking for.
I say that< but I honestly don't believe it. I have two daughters, love them to death though they are all grown up now. I taught for 45 years in grades ranging from 5th to 8th. Believe it or not the most difficult year is 7th graders. Boys, at this age have their hormones kicking in and honestly don't know what to do about girls. "Do I hit her? Or do I hug her?." I found that girls have a distinct advantage over boys. I sincerely believe that girls come out of the delivery room knowing what the game is, and how it's played. Please - feel free to disagree with me on this. Take care - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Your response has me smiling Dave and your year 7 experiences with boys and those raging hormones has me nodding in agreement. Pleased you consider I have included all the most important qualities.

Chris

[Dave]

Oh yes! I'm glad you agree with me. It really doesn't make any difference does it? You women have the advantage. Sometimes I think God is a woman and she's just messing with us.
Take care - Dave

[Norman 223]

Pearls of wisdom here,Chris.
I showed this poem to my wife - she said she wished she'd seen it 54 years ago. No further comment was forthcoming.

Norman

[Chris Shaw]

Hello Norman, give my regards to your wife (lol). I think she has a gem in you, and she must know it too.

Chris

[Norman 223]

Not so much a gem ,Chris. More a piece of craggy old rock.hiding a fossil..

[Chris Shaw]

Ha ha, we collect fossils!

[Relic]

I like your ideas. Most women are interested in a guy's wallet. And yes, humor plays a big part in a good relationship.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Relic, pleased you liked this poem.

Chris

[Crowley]

Lol.... well that’s a pretty low maintenance list I think. Nice to that there are women who will require only those few things, and you didn’t even mention cash!!! Super fun write Christine!!!!

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Crowley. Been brought up to look after myself (lol). Not particularly interested in a bloke's bank balance, but my goodness humour and heart rank quite high in my books. Thank you

Chris

[Jimmy Yetts]

Your requirements--were you looking--seem rather stringent.
After all, what man does not yearn to be glued to the TV screen while occasionally ordering his doormat wife around?
These are the secret and sacred goals of most males in almost every modern marriage.
Won't even mention the total subservience most wives desire.
The struggle continues.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks Jimmy. There's a lot of the male species who would gladly like a subservient wife to wait on them hand and foot, warm their slippers, and set their dinner on the table. In my household, we have total equality, and that is one thing I sincerely hope I have passed on to my grandchildren. (Related to Millicent Garrett Fawcett, one of the early suffragettes in the UK) Taking a leaf or two out of her book.

Chris

[Jimmy Yetts]

Just kidding, Chris.
Obviously, you didn't give me much to argue with.

[Chris Shaw]

I know you were kidding Jimmy, no worries :)))

[Dr. YumnaKay]

I found myself in too many sticky spots often seeing as the only guys I've found who fit all those 'qualities' were wayy older :P Already stopped looking haha
This made me chuckle. Very nicely penned. :)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dr Y. Yes, not surprised that those men were older. It takes them time to learn :)) Pleased my poem made you chuckle.

Chris

[Dr. YumnaKay]

:D you're welcome. This write of yours inspired a silly limerick by my side btw :P so thank you too for the inspiration :)

[Chris Shaw]

You are very welcome :))

[Ardra]

Humour is a must I agree...;)
If he can't tickle you with his words....then what's the use.... someone who can pick up your bad mood and turn into giggles....the one counts your tears and builds a rainbow swing for you to calm you down.... someone who knows...his kisses will be sufficient to turn any grey day to crimson.... that's kind of guy I prefer....;))

Thanks to your poem to have made me scribble all that....

We should keep a contest your desirable partner to list what we want in them.... :)
Would be fun...

[Chris Shaw]

Hi Ardra, oh yes humour is very important in a relationship. Thank you for your response.
read moreHi Ardra, oh yes humour is very important in a relationship. Thank you for your response.

Chris