what lies beneath

Friend:"how's the dating world?"
Me:"Was introduced to someone new. I'm falling for him."
Friend:"It's still a bit soon. How do you know he is the one."
Me:"We are still getting to know each other."
Friend:"Let me ask you this: what do look for the one".
Me:"Hmmmm...well, I like to be with someone were I can be myself. I am a strong woman but there are moments were I just want Tender, Loving and Care and who I'm with can appreciate the difference between sucking it up and knowing is not time to suck it up! I'm not high maintenance so I want a guy that is willing to let me be independent and doesn't expect me to be a housemaid. A guy that is willing to share the work. I would be happy if he just holds me and doesn't grope cause their are moments and places for that. I like a guy that worries about me, is funny, secure, not arrogant, not overconfident, that we can spend time together but also with family and friends. I want him to be able to know what are priorities, that shares his worries, concerns, anger and is just willing to trust me. That doesn't let his very bad past relationships block or affect his ability to give me what I deserve. I want a guy that I can just call to let him know I am thinking of him, that I love him and that I only have eyes for him. I can't stand jealousy one bit and I don't forgive infidelity. I like him to be thoughtful, honest but not a sharp knife that you know will pierce you deeply from time to time and that's just how it is. The truth hurts and I don't have a problem with it but If you throw the truth to that person, will they listen? I want someone that is not a coward, that defends not only what he believes but also his friends and family. I want someone that listens and is patient. I want him to let me take my time to explain myself and can put himself in my shoes as I can his. Do I want a gentleman? As long as he treats me with respect and values my worth, I will be happy. I like a guy that makes me smile, laugh and when we kiss, I just don't want to stop. I guy that I can't wait to see. That's attentative and looks out for me if need me. A guy that no matter what, knows I am his and he is mine....
Friend:"So...is he the one then?"
Me:I stood frozen and held my breath. The sweat in my forehead was cold and my heart skipped a beat. I remembered then and now and the only answer I could give was:"I though so. Now, I'm not so sure".