Four months ago, I started dating a fellow I’ve known for a long time. (Fifteen years, to be correct. What on earth was I waiting for?) He’s a former computer programmer who is now getting his Phd in business. He is, by his own admission, a complete and utter nerd. He is absolutely correct.
And I think he’s absolutely adorable.
He’s extremely smart. He’s funny, kind, polite and appreciative. He’s good to his family (a wonderful family, BTW) , and always treats me with kindness and respect. He actually listens when I speak. He plays a wickedly challenging game of Scrabble. And as much as he bemoans his baldness/glasses/belly/dorky appearance (his words, not mine), I find him hugely attractive. I can barely keep my hands off him, poor guy.
Quick history: I am freaky, appearance-wise. Purple and black spiky hair, black clothes, dog collar, etc. etc. We are, visually, the most mismatched couple in history. But we have the same sick sense of humor, like the same TV shows, movies and books, and activities. I have a lot of faith that this relationship will work out just fine.
So, to the doper ladies out there: I highly recommend skipping over the jerks out there and going out with a so-called “geek”. I could not be happier right now. I would hate to have missed the opportunity to get to know this wonderful man.
And to the doper nerdy men: If you’re single, don’t worry…some lucky girl will realize what a great, smart, stimulating guy you are and will be eternally thankful that she knows you. And if you’re not single, I’m sure your SO already feels this way.
Geeks rule!
