The Modern Day Romeo: The Man, the Myth, the Legend

We all know the story of Romeo and Juliet, and while dramatic, it seems to have influenced our idea of the perfect man. At one point or another, we find ourselves day dreaming about this illusive character whose valiant behavior cannot be matched.  But does such a man even exist?  It seems to me that every Juliet has her Romeo, the one man who makes her feel even more amazing than she already is, and who treats her with the kindness and respect that she deserves.

The title "Romeo" may be a stretch, but every woman has her own individual notion of what constitutes this figure.  While Shakespeare's version may have been a little over the top, there are real life Romeos out there.  There is the one guy that is your perfect match, and while he may not climb up a balcony and proclaim his undying love for you, he can still be the man of your dreams.

I believe we are worth the best of the best, but I also believe that we can sometimes have unrealistic expectations when it comes to love. We should have the love story, but have to remember that it's not always the grand gestures that prove his affection, but little gestures too. A single rose can mean as much as a dozen, and cooking together can be an even more intimate experience than going out to an expensive restaurant.

There is no universal conception of Romeo, but each woman can have her own.  He is embodied in the man who brings us a love and happiness we never knew could come from another.

In response to this "myth", maybe it's not such a far-fetched idea after all.