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CWarren410 is offline CWarren410 Post #1  October 4,2010, 6:53pm
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Would much appreciate a critique of my profile below:

In My Own Words
Other than your parents, who has been the most influential person in your life and why?
Two friends from work who have done quite a bit over the last three years to improve the way I look at life.
What is the most important quality that you are looking for in another person?
A woman who does not go by first impressions but is willing to invest the time to discover a person.
Other than your appearance, what is the first thing that people notice about you?
My intellect I hope.
What is the ONE thing that people DON'T notice about you right away that you WISH they WOULD?
That even though my social skills are not the best world I am actually a very good, and maybe even fun, person to be around if you get to know me.
What are five things that you "can't live without?"
Friendship
Ability to support myself
Describe the last book that you read and enjoyed. What was it about? What did you like most about it?
The Original Series Star Trek comics published by DC Comics. I enjoyed very much the way DC handled the characters and let them grow in between the films.
Is there any additional information you would like your matches to know about you?
My hobbies are Human history, Model Rocketry, Video Editing, and exploring New Orleans. My interest in history is not just the historical but also involves the other scientific disciplines that explore this area (paleontology, anthropology, etc.)
What are you most passionate about?
The American space program, and exploring the culture of New Orleans.
What are the THREE things for which you are MOST thankful?
Having a stable position with a stable company.
Having a stable extended family that is always there.
Having a friend I can depend on.
The four things your friends say about you are:
Respectful
Rational
Hard Working
Intelligent
What are three of my best life skills?
Maintaining an organized life
Managing my finances
How do you typically spend your leisure time?
Relaxing, reading, listening to music, exploring the City of New Orleans and areas surrounding the city.
Must Haves
Traits
Chemistry...I must feel deeply in love with and attracted to my partner.

Strong Character...I must have a partner who is honest and strong enough to do the right thing.

Conflict Resolver...I must have a partner who will work to resolve rather than win arguments or conflicts within our relationship.

Affectionate...I must have someone who is comfortable giving and receiving affection.

Self-Confident...I must have a partner who knows and believes in himself/herself throughout life's ups and downs.

Adaptability...I must have a partner who is able to adapt to life's surprises.

Unassuming...I must have someone who is able to accept criticism, and even admit to being wrong sometimes.

Organized...I must have a partner who values structure in their life.
Values
Style and Appearance...I must have someone who cares about the way they look and dress and has a sense of personal style.

Financial Responsible...My partner must be financially responsible.
Can't Stands
Worrier...I can't stand someone who easily loses perspective and constantly worries.

Intolerance...While I understand that religious conviction is a positive trait, I can't stand someone who is self-righteous and feels that their particular faith is the only one that matters.

Victim Mentality...While everyone has times of self-pity, I can't stand someone who continually sees himself/herself as a victim.

Grudges...I can't stand someone who has a chip on their shoulder.

Mean Spirited...I can't stand someone who has a devious nature and is mean to others.

Excessive Overweight...I can't stand someone who is overweight.

Drugs...I can't stand someone who uses illegal recreational drugs.
Values
Television Junkie...I can't stand someone who constantly watches television.

Foul Mouthed...I can't stand someone who swears or uses inappropriate language or humor.

Arrogant...I can't stand someone who is obnoxiously cocky.
Something to Talk About
Sports
Gymnastics
Skiing
Soccer
Swimming
Curling
What sport(s) do you regularly play?
None
Politics
A. Which of the following best describes your political views?
Some other viewpoint
B. Which of the following political views do you think might be a problem in a potential match?
Impossible to Label
Music
Other - John Williams
Other - Steve Jablonsky
Other - Michael Bradley
Rap and Hip-Hop - DJ Beverly Skillz
Rap and Hip-Hop - DJ Menno de Jong

What kinds of music do you enjoy performing?
Do not play music
Pets
Dogs
Cats
Books
Literature & Fiction - No real favorite. Preference varies over time.

Fantasy & Science Fiction - No real favorite. Preference varies over time.

History - No real favorite. Preference varies over time.
Travel
Favorite Country or Region to visit:
United Kingdom
Favorite US City:
New Orleans
Favorite City outside the USA:
None yet.
Describe some of the things that you've enjoyed the most while traveling to one or more of your favorite places:
Exploring the history and culture of New Orleans.
Television
Documentary/Biography/History/Non-Fiction - Numerous National Geographic shows

Which of the following best describes your TV watching habits?
Educate Me
Dining Out
My approach to food is best described as:
Health Conscious (I watch what I eat)
What are some of your favorite types of restaurants when it comes to "a big night out?"
Italian
Vegetarian
Creole
Movies
Historical Drama - No real favorite. Preference varies over time.

Documentary/Biography/History/Non-Fiction - Imax Films

Animation - Robotech
Lifestyle
If you drop by my home unannounced you will generally find it:
Controlled Chaos
Which of the following best describes your sense of humor?
Dry
Geeky intellectual
Which of the following best describes your approach to money?
Spend it wisely
Which of the following best describes your approach to being "on time?"
Early
Leisure
How do you spend most of your spare time?
Reading at home
Listening to Music
Doing anything outdoors
 
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It's kind of late, but I'm going to say that the narrative parts are pretty thin and should be expanded. Also if a questions asks for 5 things, find 5 (i.e, Things I Can't Live Without).
 
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It's kind of late, but I'm going to say that the narrative parts are pretty thin and should be expanded. Also if a questions asks for 5 things, find 5 (i.e, Things I Can't Live Without).
 
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TheThinker is offline TheThinker Post #4  October 4,2010, 8:10pm
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we heard you the first time!
 
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ami1uwant is offline ami1uwant Post #5  October 4,2010, 8:22pm
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Some advice....

Try to complete the statements.

What are 5 things you cant live without...which means 5 things.

You need to elaborate more on your answers without getting to cliched.

you also dont want to repeat yourself over multiple questions.
 
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DancingFool is offline DancingFool Post #6  October 5,2010, 4:59am
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CWarren410 wrote :
Would much appreciate a critique of my profile below:

In My Own Words
Other than your parents, who has been the most influential person in your life and why?
Two friends from work who have done quite a bit over the last three years to improve the way I look at life. This can read like a red flag - what was wrong with you? Were you depressed, are you the perpetual pessimist? Put a more positive spin on this.
What is the most important quality that you are looking for in another person?
A woman who does not go by first impressions but is willing to invest the time to discover a person. This pretty much says that you have zero confidence in yourself and that she'll have to dig hard to find something good about you. Think about it - you don't want to date a project yourself so don't present yourself as one.
Other than your appearance, what is the first thing that people notice about you?
My intellect I hope.
What is the ONE thing that people DON'T notice about you right away that you WISH they WOULD?
That even though my social skills are not the best world I am actually a very good, and maybe even fun, person to be around if you get to know me. Again more negative self put down type information. Your profile needs to highlight what's good about you. Your friends like you for a reason and enjoy your company for a reason. Same reason your date would like you too.
What are five things that you "can't live without?"
Friendship
Ability to support myself List the 5 things.
Describe the last book that you read and enjoyed. What was it about? What did you like most about it?
The Original Series Star Trek comics published by DC Comics. I enjoyed very much the way DC handled the characters and let them grow in between the films.
Is there any additional information you would like your matches to know about you?
My hobbies are Human history, Model Rocketry, Video Editing, and exploring New Orleans. My interest in history is not just the historical but also involves the other scientific disciplines that explore this area (paleontology, anthropology, etc.)
What are you most passionate about?
The American space program, and exploring the culture of New Orleans. Stick with space program and tell more about it. What interests you about it, why, how did it become your passion?
What are the THREE things for which you are MOST thankful?
Having a stable position with a stable company.
Having a stable extended family that is always there.
Having a friend I can depend on.
The four things your friends say about you are:
Respectful
Rational
Hard Working
Intelligent
What are three of my best life skills?
Maintaining an organized life
Managing my finances
How do you typically spend your leisure time?
Relaxing, reading, listening to music, exploring the City of New Orleans and areas surrounding the city. Would be really important to add here that you spend time with friends as well.
My comments above. I'm only commenting on how your profile reads to a stranger who does not know you, I'm not commenting on you as a person.

Overall, one thing that is really important is believing in yourself and having some confidence. Your profile should highlight what's good and interesting about you. You are basically trying to catch someone's attention long enough for them to want to learn more about you. Think of it in the sense of, if your friends were trying to set you up, what would they tell her about you?
 
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CWarren410 is offline CWarren410 Post #7  October 6,2010, 4:56am
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To VB_Girl, ami1uwant, and DancingFool, thanks very much for the critique of my profile. It is much appreciated!

Will revise the profile and repost.

Thanks again,

Charles
 
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tweet37 is offline tweet37 Post #8  October 6,2010, 5:19am
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Oh, ...you like New Orleans?

What they all said , plus lose the comic book thing. You're 33 years old and your favorite book(s) are comic books? C'mon dude... You're trying to entice 30 year old chicks with that?
 
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tweet37 wrote :
Oh, ...you like New Orleans?

What they all said , plus lose the comic book thing. You're 33 years old and your favorite book(s) are comic books? C'mon dude... You're trying to entice 30 year old chicks with that?
There are plenty of women who are into the same stuff as he is or would not bat an eye at that. I would hope that he wants to find a partner who is on the same page as opposed to one who would look down on his hobbies. Hiding what you like and what interests you just because some people may not like it is absurd.
 
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OK, I'll go change my eH Dating profile to 'likes comic books' and see if that works.
 
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