Mr. Darcy


I read a couple of the reviews and the one written by Karen of Surreyhill PA caught my attention and so I write this primarily to her comments about Darcy. She almost laments that there are no Mr. Darcy's in the world and that being the case women all over should simply stop looking and get over it. I would simply remind Karen that yes indeed there are men portrayed by John Cusak in real life just like there are men like Darcy who are attracted to women because of their beautiful eyes, a pretty smile, and a quick wit. Not all men look for T & A. I'll grant that many do and that is sad since their is so much to admire and love about women generally. I have to struggle hard to find a women I have met that had nothing to offer. It is men who are boring! But then I have read all of Austen's books, my favorite movies are romantic comedies, and I am a major weeper and cry after almost every happy ending. I watch Pride and Prejudice and I can cry for an hour no problem. It's a movie worth crying about because it is beautiful and when people do beautiful things for each other that makes me very happy. So, Karen don't give up on men! Don't prejudge! At least try!!!

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Well, I think what the main factoring issue is that society has bred fetishes like T&A or make-up, nice hair, those hot yoga pants, etc., into the heart of not only men but woman. We know what's hot and we'll pursue it. But as to the Darcy's of the world. I have no clue. All I know is, that I grew up with the image of that man (like Mr. Darcy) who is for less of a better phrase, knight in shinning armor, stuck in my head. When I was young I listened to romantic music. I read romantic literature. I guess I set myself up for the worst. I think, it's all about how you grow up. Because I feel like the "damsel in distress" and even though I haven't met a Darcy yet but there's got to be guys like that. Especially if there are girls like me. You know what I'm saying.

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I watched "Pride and Prejudice" few hours earlier just because I read this thread. I wanted to see how does a man that doesn't really exist look like, ha! I found him very ordinary and surely there are many men like that in the world just they don't have such a wonderful palace...

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There are real life John Cusack characters?! If only I could meet one. I really like your post, by the way. Especially if you're a guy and posting it.


I only do it with superheroes.

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