Valparaiso University - Beacon / Record Yearbook (Valparaiso, IN)

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Ideal Men 29

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He arrived at 6:30:00 P.M., just as we had planned. I hadn't seen him since summer because I had been here at Valparaiso and he had been breezing through his third year at Harvard Law. I almost was late, dear, he said, as he pulled out my chair and presented me with a single red rose, be- cause the cashier at the florist gave me twenty cents too much change and I didn't realize it until I was twelve blocks away! My college sprinting experience sure came in handy so that I could return it and still make it here on time! He brushed a lock of thick dark hair off of his forehead and smiled down at me from his 6'4 before taking his seat. He reached across the table and began to slowly and firmly massage my hand, and I stared straight into his blue eyes. Are we still going to go to the Health Club to- night? I asked. I've already been there twice today but I'll go again if you want to, he said. Of course, you already look so beautiful just the way you are that you don't even need to work out. I shifted my gaze to his broad shoulders and muscular chest, and as I returned to meet his intense green eyes I said, No, you're the one who doesn't need to work out. You had a chance at a pro-football contract! Let's just have a qui- et evening with dinner out and then come back here and relax and listen to music he suggested. The waitress came over and he ordered a pitcher of beer for himself and a glass of white wine for me. When it came, he downed half of his pitcher, without using a glass, and then ordered another one. l'What time do you want me to pick you up for church tomorrow? he said. He finished the rest of his first pitcher and smiled again, his grey eyes sparkling. After early church, I thought we could fly to Paris for a few days. We can put it on my Gold Card. Then he looked at me seriously and said: llBut only if it would be convenient for you, dar- ling. Your feelings always come first with me. We could always go bowling or rent movies or something. As long as we don't get 'Bambi' or any of those La'ssie movies again - you know I always cry at those. I smiled at him indulgently and thought, in amazement How wonderful - he can even form complete sentences! The above sketch is a composite profile of the Ideal Man, as comprised from the responses of Valpo women when asked for their definition of this creature. Although the possessor of any of these qualities would be a lucky man, maybe it is better that this composite being does not exist. Come to think of it, isn't it the imperfec- tions that make life interesting? I think that it would be more fun to know a Real Person than an ldeal Man after all! Contributors: Glenda Bradley, Connie Ep- ple, Kris Fagerman, Andi Hartman, Libby Sturmfels.

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30 A Dream Come True He rolls over amazed by how good she looks in the morning. He brushes the long blonde hair away from her deep blue eyes and well-tanned features. She awakens, cheerful as always, to his whisper: You're my beautiful little nymph. She kisses him tenderly and reluctantly rolls out of bed. Her long, lean legs glide as gracefully as a dancer to the kitchen. The gourmet returns moments later with a romantic breakfast in bed. You cook so well, and make it taste oh so good, he moaned. He suddenly realizes the time and asks the scantily-clad sexual dynamo to turn on the television. The Bears are on, he says. Diligently, she obeys, her brown eyes spark- ling at the chance to serve her husband. I love sports too, she says, but I can't wait until a time out so I can start the laun- dry. At halftime, he willingly does the break- fast dishes to share in the relationship's re- sponsibilties, but more so because he can't stand Jimmy the Greek. As they watch the rest of the game to- gether, she finishes knitting a pair of baby booties for their recent arrival. It's so nice to have a family. I love taking care of both of y you, but I'm also glad I still have a career. He agrees, thinking to himself how nicely her income adds to the party and travel plans. He still can't believe how quickly she moved up the corporate ladder at the bank. Her dedication to him, work, and family while still maintaining her sense of inde- pendence really impresses him. She has so much, he thinks, in addition to knowing how many ways whipped cream can be used. He looks at her sleek body and short brown hair with a love as strong as the day that the minister joined them in mar- riage. The game ends, he reminds her of the evening party. They ready themselves and arrive, as usual, at the precise moment good taste fashionably allows. Her superb taste in clothing, natural beauty, and Charisma make everyone's head turn as she enters the room. She immedi- ately engages in conversation leaving him to sip a Tanqueray and tonic with his friends. They meet a few minutes later, she miss- ing him, he excited to see her. The jealous glances from the party guests and whispers of their love reinforce their bond. She drives him home on the vintage Har- ley, her long brown hair blowing in his face, his hands tightly gripped to her curving hips. They get home and roll into bed en- joying each other's company. As everyone knows, there are very few women out there that would fit the strict requirements that men would love them to fit. But even men realize that to have to live with the perfect creature could bring about hard times. After all, to live with someone who is perfect wouldn't you wonder about yourself and if you are living up to the other person? Therefore men at Valpo, like the women of Valpo realize that perfection isn't necessary for happiness to be found. There are two famous sayings that fit so perfectly, Beauty is found in the eyes of the behold- er, and Beauty many times is only skin deep. 50 gentlemen, keep that in mind and search on for your happiness. We would like to thank the many men that help us find out the image of the per- fect women. And a special thanks to the guy who created the above story but who pre- fers to remain anonymous.