Say hello to the 2015 profiles of City Paper’s 10 most eligible local singles
Ten of Toledo’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes have been hand-selected, and are ready to face-off to see who is the Glass City’s MOST eligible. Forget Tinder and Match.com, we asked these singles a handful of questions for the preliminaries, and now it is up to you to decide who is the most desirable. From a police officer to a photographer, and everything in between, you might find your future soulmate. Don’t forget, there is still time to put a ring on these bachelors and bachelorettes. So, turn the page, and remember to swipe right to “like”.
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30 from toledo
Police Officer
I enjoy music, reading, collecting tattoos, riding motorcycles, creating meals for others and shooting guns.
Unique. Favorite band/music: It’s a toss up between Incubus, Breaking Benjamin and Tool— I love rock music.
I don’t have a single favorite movie, but if anything, I’d pick Monty Python and the Holy Grail for sentimental reasons.
I’d love to travel through Europe and experience all the history and culture.
Both!? I think there’s a time and place for both options. Sometimes, I wanna cuddle with a bottle of wine and a movie. But others, I want to get dressed up, go to dinner and hit the town. Toledo is a amazing place that features a lot of events. If you dig hard enough you can find a lot of fun things to do. Just enjoy life and have fun.
What would you do with $100, a date and a Saturday night in Toledo?
I'd take my date to Kengo's. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is fun, light-spirited and laid back. I'm adventurous when it comes to food (and life), I'll try anything once. So, I think that would be a great way to get to know someone; by getting them to try new things with you and taking them outside their comfort zone.
What kind of a superpower would your ex say you have?
Probably my power to use the F word as a comma in most of my sentences? I don't know ummmm, or my ability to go from 0 to bitch in a single bound!!! You could feel him cringe when someone pissed me off like "well you just opened a can of worms you're going to wish you could close" (I mean this in no malicious way we are friends and he would laugh at this)
I’m sure I was. I tested limits, broke rules and pushed the envelope. I was voted most likely to rule the world and most likely to end up on America’s most wanted in high school (which is kind of funny now, considering my career.)
What’s the first thing you’re attracted to?
I'd say a person’s sense of humor. If you can make me laugh till my face hurts and keep me smiling— you're golden. I won't pretend looks don't matter, that's what's going to catch my eye, but what's going to keep me is personality.
What’s your most attractive quality?
At the risk of sounded conceded this question seems better suited for someone else to answer. Lol so anyone here you go. Fill in the blank __________
Furthest you’ve gone in the name of love?
I'll do anything for the people I love in my life. I don't have a single moment that has been the furthest. I'm sure this is meant to reference some grand romantic gesture, but that's boring. Love isn't shown in one magical moment. It's experienced through a continuous stream of small moments.
I’m pretty handy, I’m a girl who can work on a car or a house and I actually know what I’m doing.
Have you had your wild phase yet?
I have had a wild phase. Right after high school I traveled a lot following bands and going to a lot of rock shows. My early 20s didn't slow down much either, but instead of traveling to see bands I bartended shows, so I got paid to do my favorite thing. I don't see my 30s slowing down much either. My wild phase has honestly never stopped, but hey, that's what makes me, ME.
What are you determined to have in you life?
I am determined to have as much fun and happiness that I can find in life. Recently, through a series of deaths in my family (one being my father), I've been shown life is fleeting and finite. But I experienced so much joy and happiness because of them I am determined to continue being that happy. We only have one life and why not make the best of it.
Who is your role model/who had the biggest influence on your life?
My father and mother. I wouldn't be here without them and I wouldn't be the person I am today either. They drove me to be the best I could be and never doubted any ambition of mine. I'll never forget the looks on their faces the day I graduated the police academy, it was the proudest day of my life.
Most spontaneous thing you’ve done?
I do a lot of crazy sh*t, I can't think of one moment in particular.
That things can happen and everything can change in the blink of an eye. So, I’ve learned to enjoy life, love hard and to make the most out of everything. There’s really no legitimate reason not to.
33 of Toledo
Massage Therapist & Physical Therapist Assistant
Weight lifting, cooking, home remodeling.
Easy-going.
Anything rock and roll.
Edward Scissorhands.
The Caribbean Islands.
What would you do with $100, a date and a Saturday night in Toledo?
Maumee bay, beach and private cabin
That I am a human lie detector.
Stay in or go out?
Stay in
Does NOT watch hours of television everyday. Needs more TV watching time.
What’s the first thing you’re attracted to?
Long hair
What’s your most attractive quality?
Physique, in shape
Furthest you’ve gone in the name of love?
Told a girl I wanted to marry her, but we later broke up.
Were you a bad kid?
I do not think so
Have you had your wild phase yet?
Yes, I only get wild on special occasions.
What are you determined to have in you life?
Family
What do you enjoy doing but are terrible at?
(no answer)
Who is your role model/who had the biggest influence on your life?
PT mentor
How opposite certain parts of my life are. Very professional with my patients, somewhat goofy when I am not at work.
Most spontaneous thing you’ve done?
Drove to Windsor with friends.
Worst thing that has made the best difference?
My friend putting a large hole in my living room wall.
Be prepared.
32 of Toledo
“Consigliere” – (an advisor).
Reading, cooking.
Quirky.
Don’t have one, I like lots of different music.
Dirty Dancing.
To spend an entire month on a remote island with modern amenities.
Stay in/go out?
Stay in
What is your ex’s biggest gripe about you?
I don’t take time for myself/always on the go
What’s the first thing you’re attracted to?
Smile
What’s your most attractive quality?
Legs
Furthest you’ve gone in the name of love?
Ha!!
Were you a bad kid?
Nope, goodie goodie
Go shopping and cook a great meal.
Power of persuasion; gift of gab, total spin doctor.
Yes. Came, gone, trying to forget.
My age. People don’t believe how old I am.
What are you determined to have in you life?
Security for myself and my family
Who is your role model/who had the biggest influence on your life?
Parents have the biggest influence
What do you enjoy doing but are terrible at?
I’m not terrible at anything 🙂
Everything happens for a reason. It may take a few months/years, but it always comes full circle.
33 of Rossford
Account Manager – Outside Sales
Golf, nightlife, inline skating, archery, gaming, snowboarding.
Daft.
Currently, Ben Pearce.
Shots! LOL
Go out for sure.
Stubborn
Body shape
Intelligence
The Wolf of Wall Street.
Fiji Islands.
I hung out with bad kids, but always wanted to change them into good kids.
Yes, but I feel a second wind coming on.
Fun
Beth Sheely, Eric Sheely, Mike Cedoz, Andrew Carnegie
Golf, I seem to get worse the more I play. But I really enjoy trying.
She always said I remind her of “The Thing”. I guess it’s because of my super strength and superior rock-like quality.
Most spontaneous thing you’ve done?
Everything I do is spontaneous
I bought a 12k engagement ring. Yes, I was engaged.
At one point I was considered to be one of the top 20 aggressive inline skaters in the world.
Worst thing that has made the best difference?
When I was young my family was homeless for quite some time. Knowing that my mother could get us out of that and give me and my sisters a good life, makes me believe that you can conquer anything thing life throws at you. Thanks Mom.
Good opportunities don’t present themselves often, take advantage of them, or lose them forever.
28 of Sylvania
Bartender at Mulvaney’s Bunker and student
Soccer, writing, extreme use of sarcasm and laying in hammocks.
One word to describe yourself:
Goofy.
Alternative rock or Phil Collins.
The Shawshank Redemption.
Fiji.
Stay in/go out?
I definitely am big into staying at home during the summer and just relaxing with a drink or five. My friends and I grill out on our patio every Tuesday night; I love cooking for people and we all get to catch up on how everyone’s weekend was.
What is your ex’s biggest gripe about you?
He probably hated that I paid more attention to my cat than him.
The ability to shoot daggers out of my eyes.
It’s a toss-up; I think that personality, obviously, is most important. If a guy can’t handle my dry sense of humor, we will not mesh well. Generally, I’m first attracted to a man’s eyes though; blue eyes get me every time. However, I also really appreciate someone who has great manners; it is one of the first things I always notice about people.
What’s your most attractive quality?
“The only thing about me is the way I walk”
I prefer to think that all of life should be wild and spontaneous, and not just a phase. Staying wild keeps life interesting.
Phil Collins, hands down.
24 of Sylvania
Personal Assistant & Screenwriter
Yoga, dancing, writing film reviews.
Kind.
Glass Animals.
Scream & Death Proof.
Going to the beautiful country of Brazil and being one with the locals. I see myself dancing, eating and drinking on the beautiful beaches.
The first thing I’m attracted to is a man’s presence, his confidence. Also if he’s wearing sandals, I’d take a gander at his feet to see if they’re nice or not. What can I say, I like feet.
What would you do with $100, a date and a Saturday night in Toledo?
With $100 I would get some sushi and head to a local park for a picnic, following that I’d take my date to putt-putt for some much needed go-cart racing… after that I’d let the universe take us from there.
What kind of a superpower would your ex say you have?
My ex would say my ability would be empathy. I usually can feel/understand what people are going through.
Stay in/go out?
Stay-in
What is your ex’s biggest gripe about you?
My ex’s biggest gripe about me was the fact that I can over analyze situations and over think.
My role model is everyone [that] I come across. I learn from everyone that’s in my life. I have more than one teacher.
What’s your most attractive quality?
My most attractive quality would be my openness and my sense of humor.
Furthest you’ve gone in the name of love?
The furthest I’ve gone for love was the fact that I travel across the country to see my past love… we aren’t together but it was a dope road trip.
Were you a bad kid?
I wouldn’t say I was a bad kid I just didn’t like being told what to do.
Have you had your wild phase yet?
Yes. I’ve had my wild phase, I’m at the tail end of it.
What are you determined to have in you life?
I’m determined to have fulfilled experience and to live life without unnecessary fears. It starts with a calm mind and a centered being. I usually can find that peace of mind with my yoga practice.
Being responsible.
Most surprising fact about you?
That I’ve lost over 85 pounds becoming a vegan and doing yoga.
Most spontaneous thing you’ve done?
On dare night in high school I kissed a stranger on the mouth; a boy, before I came out of the closet.
What is the most important lesson you’ve learned?
That being impeccable with your words and setting appointments can get you the place you want to be.
Earlier this year, I came out to my mother and my family. Before I had the courage to do so, I thought coming out to them was the worst thing I could do to [my] family. I thought I’d be judged and ridiculed… that was not the case. After telling them, it freed me. My family has given me so much support and love, and what makes it ten times better is the fact that gay marriage was legalized across the U.S. within the same year of my coming out!
24 of Perrysburg
Retail Supervisor at Serenity Health & Wellness Center and dog mom
Netflix, antique restoration, dancing like my mother, craft beers and drinking on patios.
Sassy.
Men at Work.
Would you ask someone who their favorite kid is?
A vacation. Period.
My gut response to this question is that, I’m pretty sure $100 would cover a year’s [worth of a] subscription to Netflix… which is probably why I’m still single. As far as the date, I require all my first dates to be at Swig. I figure if watching me consume beer and hot dogs is going to be a deal breaker, its probably best we find that out up front.
Absolute terrorist. I have no idea how my parents survived my teen years without developing a serious drinking problem.
What do you enjoy doing but are terrible at?
Evidently dating.
Nutella.
My dad. He taught me what sarcasm was at a very young age and it’s been all downhill from there. If I can find a guy even half as smart and funny as him, I think I’ll be set for life.
24 of Maumee
Music Video Director/Producer, Entrepreneur, and owner of Parker Coffee Co.
Traveling, camping, going to concerts, relaxing with family and going out with friends.
Charming.
Right now RAC & The Wombats have been on repeat.
The Social Network, screenplay by Aaron Sorkin.
Relaxing in Northern Michigan & unplugging.
Stay in or go out?
Depends on the night, but I typically do both.
Furthest you’ve gone in the name of love?
The State of California
Would definitely get dinner and drinks at one of Toledo’s finest establishments.
The ability to reason.
Who is your role model/who had the biggest influence on your life?
My older brother, my father & my two grandpas.
What do you enjoy doing but are terrible at?
Latte art ? that’s why I hire people that can! haha
When she know’s what she wants.
Define bad?
28 of Toledo
Photographer
Motorcycles, skateboarding.
Passionate.
Pearl Jam.
Saving Private Ryan.
What is your ex’s biggest gripe about you?
I work too much
Travel around the country on my motorcycle and go to skate parks along the way.
Stay in, grab some beer and a movie and call it a night.
What’s your most attractive quality?
Entrepreneur
Were you a bad kid?
Not a bad kid, actually grew up very religious, church 3 times a week.
I’m attracted to someone with a passion, someone who is independent and has a solid job, doesn’t live at home, doesn’t drink too much, has style.
I got a random tattoo for $50. The game goes as follows: Pick out a picture from a box, and whatever you pull out you get tattooed.
To not rush into a relationship, to really take your time and get to know the person on all levels before committing… jumping [in] too quickly gets you in trouble.
35 of Sylvania
Medical Aesthetician
Travel.
Indecisive? No… complicated? No. Indecisive.
Glass Animals, at the moment.
The “Bourne” movies.
Fiji.
Stay in or go out?
Go out
What’s the first thing you’re attracted to?
Teeth.
That I don’t display jealousy.
Were you a bad kid?
No, I was a rule follower, afraid of getting in trouble.
My super laid-back, nonjudgmental and understanding nature. And my butt.
What are you determined to have in you life?
Happiness.
Who is your role model/who had the biggest influence on your life?
My dad.
Most surprising fact about you?
I’m a car enthusiast.
It doesn’t appear to be just a phase.
Trust is earned.
Worst thing that has made the best difference?
An unexpected career change.
