1. Do not conflate intelligence for depth.

2.  Soft eyes, soft heart, can’t lose.

3.  Balance of power.

4.  Be wary of ambitious types.

5.  Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting.  Look for a relationship or belief in God of a higher power.

6.  Observe how they treat animals, people less AND more powerful.

7.  Do they run toward the danger or from it?

8.  Loving all of you – good and broken.

9.  Check the medicine cabinet and trash.  

10.  Remember that your dad 

has a very particular set of skills and friends.