Sunday, December 30, 2007

The Points System

I've often in passing made comment regarding a system of points which is used to determine my level of attraction to members of the opposite sex. For purposes of clarification, I've compiled the following directory of point system awards. (Note: at least one point is required in order for an individual to warrant my time.)

*Language*
Being multi-lingual +35
Ability to speak Spanish +40
Speaking Spanish to show off -10
Assuming I can't understand -20
Proper grammar +20
Broad vocabulary +20
Improper use of otherwise impressive words -10

*Automotive*
Clean car +20
Bad driving -15
REALLY bad driving -25
Ability to change oil +20
Skills beyond changing oil +5 each

*Conversation*
Inappropriate jokes or reference -5 (extra 5 point deduction for each subsequent bad joke)
Chauvinistic comments -10 (plus concurrent inappropriate joke deduction)
Moderate charm in speaking +20
Excessive charm in speaking -3

*Manner*
Opening a door on a date +15
Opening a door any other time +20
Walking me home/to the door +40
Asking me to make him food - All previous points
Impoliteness towards my friends or family - All future points

*Activities*
Beating me at something +10
Being a jerk about beating me -15
Letting me win -157
Being a bad sport when I kick his trash -35
Showing sincere appreciation for my mad skills +53

*Features and Characteristics*
Taller than me (not difficult) +15
Laughs +5
Laughs a lot + So many! (To be determined on an individual basis)
Enjoys little things (stars, marshmallows, puddles) +97

(Note: this compilation is incomplete and subject to modification.)