I dance to Abba in my bedroom, spend entire days in sweatpants, climb trees barefoot and can eat an entire box of cereal in a sitting; so, when I got the call, “You’ve been chosen as one of Philadelphia’s Sexiest Singles,” I thought to myself, “Better hop on this train quick, before they figure me out!”
“In a bathing suit . . .? – In less than a week . . .?” My brain said “Eek!” but my mouth said “Sure! Why not?”
Anyway, that’s how it happened that I was up bright and early (and those who know me, know just how much I hate “Bright and Early”) to make it to my Sexy Single photo shoot on time. I rolled up to the enchanting, Fairmount Water Works restaurant with my over-sized sun-glasses and extra-large latte, wondering if sexy was even “plausible” at this hour of the day.
So you can imagine how my “morning eyes” danced when they spotted Bernard’s glam squad on the scene, ready to wave their magic wands, and whip me into a “Sexy Single” Cinderella.
As I donned the dangling Traci Lynn earrings, I felt myself melting into the role. Then, as I slipped into the golden, sequenced stilettos and smokin,’ red-hot bikini from South Moon Under, I confess, I began to feel more like Jessica Rabbit than a princess.
When the stylist chose my final accessory from my own jewelry bag, I knew I’d be just where I needed. The secret ingredient was my late Nanna B.’s bracelet, a cheap and stylish homage to my cheeky grandmother, who would have loved every minute of this! She would have adored the thought of having an assortment of potential suitors to choose from among. (Of course, she would have liked to do all the choosing for me!)
My Nanna B. had “quite a shape” in her day, and men would trip over themselves to throw their phone numbers and business cards her way … Or, so she told me. From all accounts of those who “knew her when”, I’ll need to step up my game to offer ample competition. Here’s hoping I’ve inherited some of those Aphrodite genes.
Then, lifting my spirits even more, I hear a familiar giggle in the background. Call it karma for me (and all the lucky guys that get to gawk at her picture), but Barette Vance is also sexy AND single! (PhillyIn readers may remember the ballerina from her In-Focus interview). How thoughtful of The Daily News to pick us both, so we could catch up on girlie chit chat during the shoot! You can be sure we took full advantage of the opportunity. We even helped each other fill out our questionnaires – what fun.
Not every question from the interview made the final cut. Here are some things you didn’t see in the paper.
Where are you likely to find her:
“Dancing the night away at G lounge or Recess”
If your love life were a reality show it would be called:
“Kiss Me Kate”
Men that need not apply:
Smokers – “Ick! That’s all I have to say about that.”
Serial Texters –“I don’t mind texting in general, but if you never learned how to use the call button on your telephone, I’m not interested.”
Actors – “You’d think I’d be interested in another actor, but honestly, my schedule is so crazy. I may barely work for 2 weeks, then for the next 3 weeks I’m busy every day all day. It’s hard enough for me to keep up with ME. Two of me in one relationship might prove disastrous. “
Where would you like to travel:
“Where would I NOT like to travel! I’d like to go back to Italy, England, Ireland, Costa Rica, or China. I loved them all. But, there’s so much I haven’t seen. Greece, Spain, Brazil, and Japan, are high on my list. But, Paris – Paris is on the tippy top. (Of course, I wouldn’t say no to a coconut tree, either.)”
Why no ring?
“I feel too young to be married. Yet, all my friends seem to be racing down the aisle. I’ve spent most of my adult life in back-to-back, long-term relationships. So, after the last one, I decided to star in my own movie for awhile. And I’m so glad I did!”
What you’re looking for in a potential relationship:
“Honesty and loyalty are key! But, I’m a goofball; so, I want someone who enjoys a good laugh. I love to be outdoors and try new things; so, he better be able to keep up and keep an open-mind. Oh, and my dad says I’m not such “a walk in the park, either”; so, patience and understanding are a must.”
Are you strong enough to be ’her’ man:
“Mainly, it’s about someone to share adventures with. After all, a couple is like a team. When that “googly-eyed, lovey-dovey” stuff wears off, you want someone you can be in a car with for 17 hours without the urge to kill.”
Other moments not caught on camera:
My hair blowing into my face between every shot. (Thanks to the lovely ladies from Bernard’s Salon for staying on top of it!)
Me, scarfing down the hot-fudge, brownie-sundae from Scoop Deville, the moment I escaped that smokin’-hot bikini!
Me, again, buying up copies of the Daily News at my local WAWA. “Is there some reason you want three of these?” asks the attendant. “You bet. I’m on page 30.” Young guy behind me in line jumping into the conversation: “So that means you’re single? . . .”
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If you didn’t get a chance to pick up the Daily News on Monday, you can still check out the article, pictures and see ALL of this year’s class of Sexy Singles on philly.com.
Be sure to keep a look out for several other Sexy Singles that have graced the PhillyIn.com site:
1. PhillyIn Cast, yours truly
2. In Focus Feature Barette Vance
3. In Focus Feature Jackiem Wright (Reggie Berry was a member of The 2009 Sexy Single Class)
4. Launch party Celebrity model, Philadelphia Wings Lacrosse player, Bobby Snider
5. Can you guess which other Sexy Single was already selected as a future PhillyIn Focus feature???
YOU’RE INVITED TO THE SEXIEST PARTY OF THE SUMMER!
To celebrate this year’s Sexy Single edition, there will be a party at The Water Works in Philadelphia this Thursday the 29th!
The party opens to the general public at 9pm and has NO COVER.
So grab your Sexiest Single Friends and head down to the Water Works Thursday night to meet Philadelphia’s most eligible Bachelors and Bachelorettes.
WaterWorks is located behind the Philadelphia Art Museum. There is Valet Parking and meters nearby as well.
I would like to send a huge thank you to Jenice Armstrong, the Daily News and philly.com for including me in the 2010 Philly Sexy Singles issue. Also a huge thank you to photographer, David Maialetti!
WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE PICTURES OF BARETTE AND KATE TOGETHER IN THEIR BIKINIS…..WOW IS ALL I CAN SAY