Here is a list of things that I like about Jonathan: 1) MAN never mistaken as a boy, kid, child, etc. 2) Has dealt with past and overcome 3) Maintains temple--athletic build, eats extremely healthily 4) Consistent, man of integrity, man of his word 5) Intelligent--enough to keep up with me or more 6) Beautiful eyes, beautiful hands, curly hair (not wavy) 7) Loves to travel, loves to have new experiences, not afraid of risk 8) Enjoys driving (whereas I do not) 9) Major dream in life is to be an excellent father and husband 10) Savvy about finances 11) Surrendered and obedient 12) Open to learn (e.g. investigate expressions of Messianic Judaism) 13) Has wisdom and understanding to share 14) Walks in Davidic anointing--kingship, worship, provision, passion 15) Trustworthy (I am not afraid to trust him) 16) Agrees that I am beautiful and worthy of pursuit 17) Good dresser, clean 18) Appreciates my petiteness 19) Appreciates my security, strength, purity, past battles, vulnerability 20) Pronounceable, succinct last name 21) Enjoys cooking 22) Similar taste in cuisine to mine 23) Does not out-talk me (wise with words) 24) LOVES to dance! 25) Not hairy! 26) Good cooking partner (not stressful to have around in the kitchen) 27) Honest 28) I feel at peace when he's driving 29) Growing appreciation for my family (particularly Dad) 30) Refreshing perspective--sees things I don't see 31) Presence puts me at greater ease 32) We have lots of fun together (lots of laughing!) 33) Agreeable taste in music 34) Sings whenever he feels like it (degree of inhibition) The above were as of 1.16.07. Since we've been dating I add the following: 35) Opens doors for me 36) Lavishly praises my beauty and other admirable qualities 37) Gentle and respectful regarding physical contact 38) Discerning 39) Trusts my discernment 40) Has demonstrated knowledge of how princesses are carried 41) Effortlessly able to pick me up and enjoys doing so 42) Does not abandon his dreams/Jesus' purpose for him as an individual despite them being different than mine 43) Enjoys Shabbat service, eager to learn from Jewish family 44) Does not mind asking directions when lost 45) Not intimidated by me 46) Joins me in picking up pennies from the sidewalk, etc. 47) Enjoys simple things, does not need to be entertained 48) Eager to protect, defend me (looks for opportunities but uses wisdom) 49) Not threatened by my friendships with brothers/spending time with guys (trusts my wisdom and judgement) 50) Absolutely beautiful smile (Jesus was recklessly loving when He made Jonathan's smile) 51) AND nice teeth! 52) Smells fresh and alive--not icky 53) Taller than me--so I have to go on tiptoe to kiss his cheek  54) Not condemning of my chocolate cravings, etc. 55) Gives honor where it's due (even when the honoree is unaware of his/her honorability) 56) Does not take life too seriously ("fine artsy-type stuff") 57) Does not take life too quickly, appreciates each day 58) Maintains contact with family, close friends weekly or more 59) Trustworthy time manager 60) Honors and respects the important people in my life, those I care about 61) Bears my burdens with me 62) Quick to apologize from his heart 63) Willing to cue me in on his state of being (emotions, thoughts, etc.)--good communicator 64) Quick to obey the L-RD even in things disagreeable to his preferences 65) No beard! Prefers clean shaven-to-Aragornish scruff  66) Same tolerance as mine for spicy food (not too high) 67) Never have to worry about sushi breath (hates sushi!) 68) Enjoys cleaning but not condemning of organized chaos 69) Asserts himself when necessary to maintain self 70) Speaks the same things that Jesus speaks to me 71) Has never given me a reason not to trust him 72) Committed to me 73) Looks after me, is concerned for my welfare 74) Openly admits to shortcomings, fears 75) Polite |