Wow, he’s gorgeous! was what many readers described model, David Deslandes at the
Romantic Times convention in Toronto (1999) and Houston (2000). I couldn’t agree more. I was most impressed by
his humor and down-to-earth personality. This strikingly gorgeous hunk may look intimidating but he is actually very shy
and quiet.
David was born on April 3, 1972 (an Aries). He has long dark brown hair, brown eyes, 5’ 9”, 172 lbs, a 44” chest and
a 30” waist. There is little wonder that this beautiful and popular hunk was placed Top 10 at the Toronto Sun’s Mr Romance
1999 contest and was chosen as Toronto Sun’s Sunshine Boy. In November 2000, he was placed First Runner-up at the
Mr. Romance Pageant.
My eyes widen at the list of activities and hobbies that David is so fond of - working out, canoeing, camping, hiking,
mountain biking, running, Kung Fu, indoor rock climbing, white water rafting, bungee jumping. He is a member of the Hamilton
Polar Bear club and has competed at team mountain biking races. In David’s words, “I love anything that gives me a rush. And
skydiving is my next challenge.”
"David, what type of women are you drawn to?"
"Hmm... I have to admit this is a hard question. I'm finding over time that my preference
has changed and also encompasses a wider range of women that I find attractive. This also depends
on what I'm looking for. On the most simplistic level as well as depending on my mood and
circumstances, I can find MANY women appealing or attractive. I guess, physically everyone wants
someone who is built the way "they" like."
"Can you be a little more specific?" I said with a smile, understanding that he didn't want to come off as superificial and
offending the sensibilities of his fans and my readers.
"The woman that I'm attracted to is fit looking and athletic, with a sense of adventure, a
woman who is very comfortable in hiking boots (i.e. in the forest or camping) and in a pair of
high heels (in the office and dinners). She has beautiful hair, a bright, natural and sincere
smile, and beautiful eyes."
"What about breasts?"
David smiled. "I guess I'm more of a "breast" man, the size and shape of the breasts, the
way they move or sway beneath the fabric of clothings...that definitely turns me on. Legs come
a very close second, they have to be slightly muscular and shapely. The overall figure, like
the waist and hips, have to be proportionate and yes, a "nice" ass - firm, tight and small would
be great. Most importantly the biggest turn on is Good Personality. I want someone whom I can
relate to and talk to and vice versa. Someone who has at least a few things in common with me,
someone who can find puppies and kittens cute yet is not immature. Someone who is responsible,
has set goals in her life and is actively pursuing them. Ultimately someone who is truly a best
friend and everything that goes with that, someone I could truly respect and admire, someone
great to look at, (Gosh, I repeat myself here) as well as being AN AMAZING LOVER. Wow, I've
said alot but still feel that I didn't answered your question right!!!!"
"Oh no, you have said it perfectly. What do you regard as being romantic and what would you do
to make it a romantic time for your lady love?"
"Well, that has to do with the right person at the right time. It could be a quiet hike to a ridge
to watch the sunset or have lunch. It just "feels" that way being with someone regardless if you
are in a crowd or alone. I have to admit that I like to buy flowers occasionally for someone.
I'm the type that will make my own bouquet of flowers as opposed to getting someone else to do
it. As for cards, I'm not much for that."
"I think that you are very sweet to do it yourself. What would you dress as for a costume ball?"
"Hmm...I've always liked monsters when I was a kid especially werewolves. I suppose that probably
wouldn't go very well if I were on a date. So... maybe Zorro, or a Musketeer, or maybe Conan the
Barbarian. O.K. now I'm just getting carried away."
"I believe many fans of yours would swoon if you dress as Zorro or a Musketeer. What kind of
movies would you bring your date to see?"
"It has to be something that we both want to see. Personally I like action, horror, sci-fi movies
but I can pretend not to like "guys" movies so I will take her to see "chick flicks" every once
in awhile."
I laughed. "Hey, not every woman fancy "chick flicks". There are many who enjoy loud action
packed movies."
So what does David have in mind for the future?
“I plan to take advantage of any opportunities that come my way like modelling and acting. I would like to continue to develop
myself through learning new things and taking up new sports challenges,” David said politely while trying hard not offend me for
not liking the sushi that I got him for lunch.
“O.K., you may write this down that I’m not fond of vegetables and fruits,” he said with a boyish grin,
"but I love chocolate".
“So, your favorite color is blue and black and your favourite movie is Conan, The Barbarian. Anything else you might
like to add?” I said with a wicked smile as I urged him to take another bite of the vegetable sushi.
Shyly David looked at me and said, “I would have to say as a kid, I would have never imagined the things that I’ve
accomplished, the sudden interest in me and the kind and wonderful attention I’ve been given after the contests. You would
have laughed if you had seen me in grade school. I was a nerdy, short kid, extremely shy and very introverted. I love to read
and did well in school. While other kids of my age were tall and big, I was 5’3” and weighed 105 lbs at grade 9. I kept
working out and by the end of high school....” David paused and smiled, “Well, I looked different. I guess I found more
confidence as I grew older and here I am.”
Sigh....ah yes, the ugly duckling has certainly turned into a beautiful swan (hunk), who is
now a knight in shining armour at the Medieval Times.
