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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 11/26/2008 10:32:18 PM
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TruePrincess
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Wow, I hope you are comfortable...
Though personal appearance is not #1, it is important. Taking care of yourself is just as important for a man as it is for a woman. Don't take this too far though, maintaining one's health and appearance is good, obsessing over it is another story.
Now for the character traits...
Confidence. The kind that comes from knowing ones values and having the necessary self control and courage to live accordingly. Every time I meet someone who is boldly living according to their values I can't help but admire them.
(honestly I think that one could basically sum up everything else, but I'll keep going anyway)
Integrity. Living by ones values even when no one knows or cares. Wow! Who couldn't help but trust a man like that?
Humility. Being able to admit mistakes and correct them if needed.
Love. Not limited to only the romantic kind, but simply acknowledging those that are important to you and investing in those relationships appropriately. A father that spends time playing with his children. A husband who dates his wife. A son or daughter who take time out of their busy lives to stay in contact with their parents. A friend who will be there when you need them no matter what. These are just a few examples.
Contentment. A lighthearted approach to life that comes from trusting in God and being thankful for what He has given you.
Faithfulness. To God, to ones values, and to ones commitments.
Now I know there isn't a person on earth who is perfect, even I struggle with everything I've just written, but I guess it all comes down to a sincere and willing heart. Willing to listen to God, allowing Him to direct their paths watering the good and pruning the bad.
Rereading your question I seemed to have gotten a little of course. What can a guy do to make me swoon or get all twitterpated?
Do something adventurous, something that gets the adrenaline flowing like rock climbing or rappelling off a bridge. On the other hand I also love getting dressed in a tux (or nice suit) and gown for a fancy evening out. But don't despair simple things are just as important and can even make a bigger impact. Like an impromptu lunch shared in the park or spending hours at a coffee shop talking about anything and everything. And eyes have a tendency to make me weak at the knees. When a man looks at a woman with loving admiration it makes her feel wonderful, special, and loved. Now after mentioning the eyes I can't forget to give the smile it's due... Smile when you see your girl, it will make her day!
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 11/28/2008 11:10:05 AM
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Prairiehiker
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ORIGINAL: karlie
What does a knight in shining armor look like?
He goes out and fills his wife's car with gas at 5:54am so she don't have to rush around so much before she leave for school
He rocks a sick baby and sings to her all night just because she wants her daddy
He plays dollhouse and barbies half the day just to have some playtime with his girls.
He calls his wife's cell phone and leaves sweet messages and silly songs when she's in class just to make her smile.
He drives an hour away to rescue his wife because she locked her keys in the car(again) and instead of being upset, he shows up with a smile and some nonsense about it being a good excuse to see her.
He makes a fresh pot of coffee(or a run to Starbucks) when it's crunch time for schoolwork all without being asked even though he doesn't drink "the stuff"
He spends daily time in God's word and prayer, and follows after God with all his heart.
Oh wait...that's my husband 
My brother was like that to my sis in law. He's been dead now for 5 years and my sister in law still talks about him as though he's still around. She doesnt' see herself remarryign because she thinks that God only made one man like my brother and no one else can reach that standard.
You know what he used to do. Every mom's birthday, mother's day, and especial day, he would buy my mom flowers./
He used to take his 5 year old son to the flower shop to teach him how to buy flowers for his mom (my SIL), and to also train his son how to treat a woman when he gets married.
If you call him to do something, he'd do it...whether it's to fix your car, your drain, your washing machine....etc.
He loved camping, and whenever we went camping, he always got up early to make us breakfast. He was always very protective of us, and he made sure he didn't sleep until he knows we're all ok.
Whenever we went on long drives, he always drove at the back of everyone to make sure no one gets left behind.
I remember walking on the beach with him and I confided a problem to him, and he didn't say anything, but I noticed tears streaming down his face.
I remember on my 24th birthday, he gave me a party with all my friends, and he gave a speech while he was crying, then he gave me some sort of electronic phone book to record everyone's number and said that he'll always be there for me.
He always showed up.
He always mowed my dad's lawn because my dad was getting older.
He treated his little girl like a princess.
Edited to add that he was the strong, quiet type; a man of few words but told a lot of jokes like John O does. He had a very masculine aura and build, and people trusted him because of this. He was also a man of integrity. He quit a high paying job because he didn't agree with the company's policy of overbilling. He took a job $10000 grand lower and started over again in his profession.
He loved the Lord and passionate about God. A day before he died, his wife and him had a conversation and he said that he was ready to go meet the Lord. The next day, he died trying to save his son from drowning.
He was and always will be my knight in shining armour. I cried while typing all of that. I really really miss him.
< Message edited by Prairiehiker -- 11/28/2008 11:42:05 AM >
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 11/29/2008 9:18:44 PM
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karlie
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LOL. I was dyslexic...I meant 5:45
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 12/1/2008 7:57:14 PM
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mutinywxgirl
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What I'm looking for is a real man who has values, character, a strong sense of self, and who is also self-aware enough to share his vulnerabilities. He will love me for who I am, not for who he thinks a woman "should" be. This man will be able to get my attention by noticing me and not being afraid to approach and pursue me.
ditto
I would also add one who will allow me to just sit still in his arms and allow me to silently share my burden so I do not have to be the strong one for a few minutes; someone who will allow me to cry and will cry with me over the loss of family; someone who will faithfully pray without hesitation - regardless of the situation.
Sorry - right now, this is very important to me.
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 12/1/2008 9:57:17 PM
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captainfraulein
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ORIGINAL: mutinywxgirl
ditto
I would also add one who will allow me to just sit still in his arms and allow me to silently share my burden so I do not have to be the strong one for a few minutes; someone who will allow me to cry and will cry with me over the loss of family; someone who will faithfully pray without hesitation - regardless of the situation.
Sorry - right now, this is very important to me.
This is quite beautiful and right on the money.
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 12/2/2008 11:31:49 AM
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raivyne
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ORIGINAL: karlie
What does a knight in shining armor look like?
He goes out and fills his wife's car with gas at 5:54am so she don't have to rush around so much before she leave for school
He rocks a sick baby and sings to her all night just because she wants her daddy
He plays dollhouse and barbies half the day just to have some playtime with his girls.
He calls his wife's cell phone and leaves sweet messages and silly songs when she's in class just to make her smile.
He drives an hour away to rescue his wife because she locked her keys in the car(again) and instead of being upset, he shows up with a smile and some nonsense about it being a good excuse to see her.
He makes a fresh pot of coffee(or a run to Starbucks) when it's crunch time for schoolwork all without being asked even though he doesn't drink "the stuff"
He spends daily time in God's word and prayer, and follows after God with all his heart.
*sigh* where can i find one of these?? Lucky girl!
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 12/2/2008 3:58:19 PM
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I think a KSA (wonderful acronym!) will be a strong man, inside and out and willing to protect a woman from not only outisde issues but herself as well. He needs to be able to recognise that she doesn't always make the best decisions and be willing to lead her in the right direction.
He will need to be strong enough to take my Alpha Wolf status away from me, but love me and my boys so much that I'm willing to hand it over.
He is calm enough to merely watch me throw my little fits and then hug me and tell me he still loves me no matter how many...things I throw at him.
He absorbs scripture and leads by the Holy Spirit and not his own will.
He knows when he's made mistakes and wholly admits to them, but holds his family accountable for their mistakes as well.
He defends a womans honour whether it be to a friend, her family, or a total stranger. He doesn't let ANYONE talk rudely about her, not even in jest.
Even when disagreeing he uplifts her and never puts her down.
He rolls around on the floor with the boys, stays up with them while they're sick, and teaches them to stick together and why.
He's just...an amazing guy. 
I love this! This would be an AMAZING KSA!!!!
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RE: Knight in shining armor...what's THAT look like? - 12/3/2008 12:43:07 AM
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heavencomedown
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I like a man who genuinely loves the Lord. With that comes all the good charactar traits such as honesty, integrity, kindess........ need I say more?
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