In addition to "applications" and letters of encouragement, Rema MacLean's article also prompted this e-mail from a publicity shy reader who has asked that his name not be used.
I AM A 'foreigner' living in Jamaica for several years now. I admire Rema's honesty but am a little surprised at the reactions it has provoked.
Is it so unusual for a woman to know what she wants? By laying her cards on the table she is creating the possibility for laying the foundation for an honest, trustworthy and lasting relationship we all have needs and we should be able to express them openly and honestly.
I am also a bit jealous of Rema she had the opportunity to advertise for an 'eligible male'. I consider myself an 'eligible male' but unfortunately I have yet to discover how to meet an eligible female.
TRUST
I understand why Irie Dawta (a letter printed last week) thinks she "could never trust the male species", but sometimes I feel the same way about the female species.
Trust can be very difficult but it is also very difficult to meet potential eligible females.
NATIONALITY
Irish. Been living in Kingston since the '90s
AGE
A young 48 in body and spirit. (People think my brother is my father).
HEIGHT: 5ft 11 inches
WOMEN:
(Some) white women think I'm good/OK looking but Jamaican women think I am too mawga.
Jamaican women are the best looking and most sexy women I have even seen and I feel privileged to be in their company.
FAMILY:
I have a grown up daughter who I see regularly.
PROFESSION:
I enjoy my work. I'm a social entrepreneur and like to enjoy my time off visiting different parts of Jamaica, especially the beaches.
WANT TO MEET:
A woman who is energetic, educated, solvent-ish, caring and loyal and adventurous and a non-smoker.
WISH:
To settle in Jamaica/Caribbean with Mrs. Right.
If you're interested in our bachelor, contact Flair at lifestyle@gleanerjm.com; fax, 922-6223 or 948-1804; mail, The Gleaner, Flair magazine, 7 North Street, Kingston.
