If I Were a Boy...

Over our girls' night out last week, Lin posed this question, "What kind of girl do you think that guys would want?". Would guys want Miss Brainy, Miss Cute, Miss Hot and Sexy, Miss No-nonsense, Miss Funny or Miss Slutty?  Our answers to her question were varied and it got me thinking; if I were a guy, what sorta girl would I find attractive?

Naturally, every hot blooded male would want someone that looks like Megan Fox (just giving an example of the current sex kitten in Hollywood. If you ask me, I think she looks manly in certain angles!).  If I were a guy, I would, of course want a decent looking girlfriend and hey, if she looks anything like Megan... you would not hear me complaining.

But looks aside, I'd want a smart girl -- someone that challenges me mentally and is an equal to me in most ways. The damsel in distress bit is a boost to the male ego and what man cannot resist a pretty girl who needs help? Especially if you can get some ass as reward. I kid, I kid.

Of course, this subject of attraction is subjective. If you just want ass and not kids, then who cares what you take home? It could be the bag man down the street or even the aunty who makes tea --- whatever lights your fire.

Today, a good friend (whom shall remain anonymous because she will kill me if she finds out I'm blogging about this) asked me yet another thought provoking question.

In order of importance in a life partner, rank the below:

• physical attraction
• mental stimulation
• emotional growth
• financial stability

My answer: 1) mental stimulation 2) emotional growth 3) financial stability and 4) physical attraction.

Okay, I understand that I would need to rationalise my choice criteria in a life partner.

Mental stimulation is No.1. We have to face it, a pretty face fades over time. What happens if all that was handsome is now saggy and wrinkled? We're hoping that here's when love would kick in and make life bearable. Therefore, wouldn't it help if that person is also smart and funny? Thus providing you with mental stimulation when physical stimulation fails.

As for No.2 emotional growth. Isn't it obvious? You need someone you can grow with. A great partner allows you explore yourself and your potential. What's the point of waking up one day deciding that you need to take time off to go and find Y O U. Cannot go find yourself in a relationship ah? I strongly belief that everyone must be able to hold on to their individuality when in a relationship or they could end up losing themselves.

No.3 - Financial stability. We live in a materialistic world. Want to shit also need to pay money. Want to have kids also need to fork out dough. I hate to sound like a money grabbing bitch, but no money, no talk. Things are so expensive and it would be hard to have a family if financial stability is not in the picture. :( Providing a comfortable environment for children is vital.

No. 4- Physical attraction. Back to No.1. Of course, it is an added bonus if he looks like Clive Owen. LOL!

Disclaimer: I am by no means a relationship pro. Thoughts and opinions expressed in this blog are purely from my perspective and subject to change every time I fart. This blog should not be construed as advise for failed/failing relationships. No relationship decisions should be taken without first consulting a relationship counsellor, good friends and your mother. Past performance and any forecast is not necessarily indicative of the future or likely performance of a relationship.