To hell with the hipsters!...let's talk about real men

[peacetraveler22]

In this photo, my ideal man! Rugged, a bit nerdy, kind, intelligent, good with his hands and incredibly creative. It's a rare combination, difficult to find in one human. Sadly, he lives very far away. Next week, I'll tell you about him and the town in which he lives. What do you think? Is he handsome? :) Of course, there's no single definition of a "real man." To define a man in only one way is sexist! :) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and sometimes sexual chemistry comes when you least expect it. However, since university, I've always been attracted to men like this, rather than macho personas or businessmen flashing money and fancy cars...Can you guess where he lives? Do you have a certain "type" of man or woman to which you're attracted?

Comments

[sheltihorse.livejournal.com]

I wouldn't say that he looks "classic handsome" like models (and good for him! imho) but I definitely agree that this manly-nice kind of people is super-attractive =)) especially considering the settings he's surrounded by in the picture

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Male models are usually looking too effeminate for my taste. I like mountain men, with a more casual, rugged appearance. :) Plus, I don't like tons of muscles or skin and bones, and most male models fall into either of these categories. I like a little bit of soft flesh, something to hold onto and hug. :))

[rider3099.livejournal.com]

Can’t say he is handsome, but he is charming

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

I like this facial hair, but it irritates my skin. :(

[pin-gwin.livejournal.com]

I do not think DC is a place where you can meet someone like him.... MI, WI, ND, SD, MN.... close to the nature and Scandinavian roots

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

You're right! I don't like the men in DC. :( They're too career driven and boring.

[kunbr.livejournal.com]

He's handsome))
And what does he do at the photo?

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

It's a surprise! I'll tell you what he's doing in the photo next week. :)

[golemming.livejournal.com]

I will bet on Australia. And any other questions in post are female only :)

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Why can't men also offer an opinion on his attractiveness level? This is taboo in Russia? In the U.S., my male friends will admit if another guy is attractive. :)) No, he's not Australian. I was there, buy over 15 years ago.

[svabald.livejournal.com]

Women only? Now, you have to create a post about "ideal woman":)

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

In the post, I asked the question - to what "type" are you generally attracted? This is for men or women. Please respond. :)

[fostral2.livejournal.com]

excellent chaos, just like in my "laboratory"

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

What is your "laboratory"? My dad's garage looks just like this photo, with so many tools and gadgets everywhere. :)

[kuskus-kuskus.livejournal.com]

Привет. Как так пишешь, что я не зная английского все понимаю?Может быть , ты Настоящяя женщина?))

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Hi! :) I am glad you understand everything. I think you must know English!

[a-nimaida.livejournal.com]

He is a Scot?

I like
he is probably pretty good and quiet

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

No, he's not a Scot. It's good when men, and women, are quiet! I don't like a lot of talking or noise. :) I need a lot of alone time.

[onkel-hans.livejournal.com]

beauty, I, beholder

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Well, I know you like round, soft women. Normal man. :)

[elena-88888.livejournal.com]

I like clever men...
Fool ones are too boring...

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Yes!! I don't see how people stay with mindless people, no matter how bright and shiny they are on the outside. It grows so boring and uninteresting. :)

[elinelisky.livejournal.com]

He looks kind and attractive, like a big cat. He seems like a nice person.
I think, if you both feels something to each other, you can try live together, no matter where.))
But... do he live in Russia?)))

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Meow! :)) He doesn't live in Russia. I cannot do a long distance relationship long-term. Maybe for a few months, but no more. I grew up before social media, texting and Facetime. So, I still prefer human interaction. To touch and feel someone in my immediate presence, not virtually. :)

[aavenger.livejournal.com]

Despite I am easy to walk in many people's shoes - never been able to judge men from women's point of view, therefore I will be of no input with regards to your questions :)))

By the way, Shannon, you are on a pretty slippery way: if one of your readers is in love with you and commits a suicide for not being your ideal man - will you accept such a burden? :)))

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Readers should not worry what I think of their physical appearance! If I don't like it, some other woman will. :) This is the beauty of sexual attraction. It's different for everyone. I try to post only unflattering photos of myself here in the blog, not sexy ones. This is why some male readers constantly criticize my clothing, "thickish" body type, etc. I don't want Internet stalkers. This is scary, but some female bloggers have no problem posting half-naked photos of their ass and body here. They are the most popular female writers on this platform. I guess for Russian women it's different, they're trained to be more provocative based on social norms to get attention. But, in America, women can get the attention of a man in other ways. Being sexy/provocative - this is only for a special man in my view. Not the entire universe. :))

[don-oles.livejournal.com]

"kind" is all that matters.

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Yes! It's so important, but often lacking. :(

[yarowind.livejournal.com]

Yes, he looks like real men:)

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

:)) Like a caveman, but a sensitive one!

[red-but-sad.livejournal.com]

Oh my, I think my ovaries have just exploded! (don't tell my husband I said that) He's just my type and he looks amazing in this photo, especially with the nice side lighting setup. So where is he from? He definitely looks nordic.

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

We have the same taste in men? :) He is mine, stay away!! Just kidding...no, he's not Nordic.

[theodorexxx.livejournal.com]

His has too much hairs on his head (and it's not about his beard)

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

So do I. :) Our children would have wild hair!! What kind of women do you like? Thin, thick, athletic, brainy?

[danila kunichnik (from livejournal.com)]

A New Zealander?

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

No, but some people guessed that he was an Aussie or Kiwi. :) I've never been to New Zealand. Pity, it looks really beautiful!

[kisitir.livejournal.com]

something in his look seems to be familiar... is he you brother? :)
in any case, when talking of a real man I mean someone like this guy.

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

No, we're not related. But we both have curly hair. :)

[notabler.livejournal.com]

The best man on the Earth - exactly my kind of. I don't even care how handsome he is

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Oh yeah! I like a man who can "fix" things. Sadly, the current generation of American men have lost these skills. They are too busy with mobile devices in their hands to pick up tools and learn mechanical or carpentry skills. But my dad is a pro at this! He can solve any problem, and is the handyman for the family. :)

[scrawnypaws.livejournal.com]

Good humor (and that* twinkle in the eye) does it.) The rest is just packaging. He's a man after my own heart.)

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Humor is essential! I do not like people who take themselves so seriously. It's necessary to laugh at ourselves. I think it's an integral key to surviving this crazy life. :)

[buddhistmind.livejournal.com]

He looks like an ordinary guy to me. There is a lot of such guys in Europe and Russia, like, each 1 out of 5 or 4 men. Half of my friends (guys) are like this. I'm also red/ginger :) He must be Irish/Celtic?

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

He isn't Irish, but totally looks it. :) I like these gingers, both male and female. It's such an unusual hair color and appearance, not naturally common in the U.S., and I've rarely seen it in Russia or Eastern Europe. Of course, some females dye their hair this color, but few are born with it naturally.

Attraction

[piterburg.livejournal.com]

This man is attractive - that is I would probably be attracted to him if I were a woman.

As for me - I certainly have a type. What it means is while I seem to like women of many races and ethnicities, including black and Indian ones, the type I seem to have explosive sexual chemistry with is quite narrow - women of Irish/English/French/German heritage, with fair skin that burns easily, green or gray bluish eyes and fair (but not blond) hair or auburn hair. Especially Irish-American or French-Canadian women. Beside that, loyalty, intelligence and being sex-positive are a must, extra points for being articulate. Athletic is optional, but being in good shape, height/weight proportional is not.

Btw, Russian men have a stereotype of women of those Northwest European heritages being frigid - little do they know..:-))

The types I am rarely attracted to are East/SouthEast Asian women, as well as most Russian women..

Re: Attraction

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

I'm not typically attracted to Asians, but I think Kazak and Uzbek women are beautiful. I like dark hair and eyes, but the Irish are also to be admired for their light skin tone and features. :) Russian women - I don't find them to be the most beautiful, as everyone shouts as a symbol of national pride. :) They are too made-up for my liking. I prefer the natural look.

Хорошо но мало

[andrey-kaminsky.livejournal.com]

You had to take a photo at full height, in order to enable women to really appreciate his manhood.

Re: Хорошо но мало

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

It is enough! Women aren't so concerned with the body, this is a male obsession. Do you know the slang word "butterface" or "buttaface"? It describes a woman who has a nice body, but horrible face. Some men claim it's okay - "just put a bag over her head." I think face is most important. This is what you're staring at 95% of the time, unless you live in a nudist colony. And this guy has a harmonic face, and awesome, wild hair, which I love. :)

[kremlin-curant.livejournal.com]

He looks like a teddy bear after shaving the middle part of the face and downing a pint of beer.

[peacetraveler22.livejournal.com]

Teddy bears are good! Almost all women like to cuddle. :)