I'm told women want a man who knows what he wants, so here's the whole nine yards. If there is anything here that you are not willing to accept, then don't. You will not change me now or years down the line. Obviously I intend to grow and mature (as one ought to), but I have decided who I am and what I want out of a relationship.

I am looking for a woman that I can make a permanent covenant bond with; I have no interest in flings or "long-term relationships."

I don't intend to come across as bitter or angry with any of this, just clear and up-front. It makes things easier for both of us.

A bit about me:

My faith in Christ is paramount in my life. I would not be where I am without him. In taking interests in various things, I've learned a lot about God's character and design. Each new thing I learn fills me with more worship of him and wonder at his works. It is very important to me that you share this admiration of God.

I have a full-time job that I am very satisfied with, but what I feel truly passionate about is art and storytelling. To be honest, I've hit a bit of a block lately as far as my output. But I've been trying to find my feet so I can make something valuable to share with the world. I think that art and stories are a fundamental part of being human, not just a luxury. So pretty much any kind of art will spark passion in me, be it music, cinema, video games, literature, video essay, sculpture, etc. I could go back and forth for hours on a lot of things. My hope is that you and I will be able to enjoy art together and create some of our own.

I frequently spend time with another gentleman from my Church and we enjoy conversations about personal projects and contemporary issues, along with walks along beaches and park trails. He is a very important friend in my life, and I am lucky to know such a kind soul. Things aren't well with my family, so I really need that kind of presence.

While I rely on my bicycle for transport (no car), it's not a problem for me. I've been riding bikes since I was in elementary school (maybe even before). It would be really nice to ride down some trails with you.

What I expect from you:

-You need to be a follower of Jesus Christ. God needs to be an active part of your life because I intend to raise our children under Biblical values.

-You need hobbies and interests apart from me. I'm fine with helping you find things you like.

-You need to have no mileage.

-You must be humble and respectful. "Boss babe" attitudes are not attractive to me.

-You cannot have any tattoos or piercings.

-No cosmetic products. It's not good for your body and I am attracted women, not makeup. This includes fake nails and fake eyelashes. I don't need you to look "pretty." You character is more important to me.

-Related to the previous, no use of image filters in photos. I do not like the type of people who are vain and vapid enough to feel the need to use filters on their photos.

-Again related to the previous, you need to have a limited social media presence. If you have a business or post something of value (like art, for example), then I have no problem. What I'm talking about is having an Instagram or Facebook account where you make random posts to nobody in particular to "update" the internet on your life or post tons of pictures of yourself online. Basing your self-worth on the comments and likes from strangers on the internet is unhealthy, and I find people's obsessive need to take pictures of themselves very unattractive and vain.

-If we marry, I expect you treat me as the head of the house. There can't be two leaders in a household because one will have to submit to the other.

-I expect you to view marriage as something that you put work into. Marriages are a team effort, so I expect you to be a help meet.

-You need to treat me like a partner, not an adversary. Getting into arguments and nagging me helps neither of us. You must have conflict-resolution skills and a solution mindset.

-You need excellent communication skills. This means understanding yourself, putting your thoughts into words other people can understand, and verbalizing things rather than expecting me to read your thoughts.

-You cannot play games with me. Telling me about other guys to make me jealous or planning dates for specific days to pressure me into committing to you are wicked and manipulative.

-While we are dating, you cannot have a "backup plan." I expect you to not be splitting your attention between me and other men. This includes spending time outside of work with other men (family excluded).

-You must be in shape. Don't be dishonest with yourself about your weight; check your BMI. This includes being underweight, anorexic, and bulimic.

-You cannot have taken any COVID-19 vaccinations from any provider.

-No smoking, drugs, or drunkenness.

-I expect you to completely renounce fast food if we date or marry. We will never feed our children McDonald's.

What you can expect from me:

-While we are dating, I will not be speaking to other women.

-I cannot meet your height, money, or attractiveness expectations. I am simply an average dude. I am critical, abstract, and imaginative in my thinking though.

-I will not ask you to do something that is unreasonable or demeaning. I will only ask of you what I expect from myself. No relationship is going to be 50/50 100% of the time, but I will put forth the effort I am able to. I expect the same out of you.

-I will not raise my hand against you. My hands will be a safe place for you.

-I will be available to listen to your troubles and help you bear through them.

-I will not demean you or humiliate you, whether or not you are in the room.

-I will show leadership in our house and exercise restraint with a mild temper.

-I will cherish you and treat you as my own body.

-I will devote myself to displaying my love for you in a language you understand, even if I am feeling distant from you because of troubles we face. I expect the same from you.

-I will not turn to another woman and betray you.

-I intend to keep every promise that I make with you.

-I will treat our children with patience and kindness, but diligently discipline them and instruct them appropriately.

Please tell me a bit about yourself and what you expect out of a relationship, but be practical and clear. A list of platitudes like "loyal, honest, etc" does not help me understand what you're looking for. Think about what your expectations look like in a tangible, everyday way.