Reentering the Dating Scene

This will be a tough one.  I got married young, so I'm a little out of touch. The few "relationships" I've had since regaining my single status are really nothing to write home about. But my girlfriends have convinced me I should start dating again, so I'll give it a try.

Some are pushing internet dating sites, but I am still convinced those are just for people incapable of meeting people in the real world, so that is out. I did consider "Date a Millionaire" until I realized that everyone on the site wants to date one, but no one actually is one. Just kidding.  I really would not date someone for their money.  Frankly I am not sure where to meet a new man, or if I even actually want one. I guess the only way to find out, is to try.

For starters I set up a wish list - the qualities I think the guy should have.Aim high and hope for best; that's my motto.  So here it is:

• Tall, dark and handsome (that means OVER 6'.  5' 8" is NOT tall)
• Well established (OK, in these times, at least employed)
• Intelligent
• Good sense of humor
• Enjoys the outdoors
• Active
• Non-smoker 
• Romantic
• Enjoys an evening out
• Good hearted

That should do for now.  If you know anybody who fits the description, please send him my way :-)

Oh, first, please check the NOT's:

• Long hair (read pony tail)
• Biker
• Gang member
• Criminal record
• NRA member 
• AFA member (oh - I'll have to do a separate post just on this organization....)
• Illegal alien

Now on to the Where.
Holiday parties is an option, but I am fairly certain the males will be sorely lacking at the ones I have been invited to so far, and girls are not yet interesting as a date.
Gym??  Yeah, that would work if I actually went to a gym.  Maybe next year.
Church...if so I'll have to find a new one. In ours they're either gay or married.

Hmmm, think we might have to go out and try the club scene. Wish me luck!  I'll keep you posted!