Thank you!! Fantastic! We are also looking for male interns!

Oddly, I don't know any males who write like Edith Wharton ... <3

Yes, those are hard to find. Would you settle for interns who sing like Edith Bunker? Or laugh like Edith Prickley?

If you bring this to the uk, i want a job!!

A friend sent this over and thought it would be perfect for me! As an experienced dater in NYC, I'll send these folks to all the right places!

Ella

Ms. E. Jean-

Mrs? Madame? Despite the connotations of Madame, after reviewing the style of Edith Wharton, I feel compelled to address you as Madame. I ran across the request for interns on the San Francisco area craigslist. I am not sure whether or not eager enthusiasm will help my case or not, but I am sure honesty will, so let me tell you I am brimming with it. That is, eager enthusiasm. Honesty too, now that I mention it.

This is my introduction and apparently I have done a terrible job since I haven't actually introduced myself yet; my name is Jessica. I am a college student, an actress, a Libra, and I like long walks on the beach. I'm currently hoping to develop both a career in journalism and a career in acting, which means I've made things hard on myself- though I suppose it means I like competition. I've worked in writing before, and through that wonderful opportunity I have discovered that marketing writing for a tech company is unbelievably dull, and I also discovered that I would like to avoid doing that for the rest of my life. Also, cubicles are terrible.

I enjoy writing, I love people, and through being an actress I have met quite a few and written excessively. I am the friend people come to for advice, I enjoy studying psychology and quantum mechanics in my free time, and random trivia knowledge is my favorite. I cannot claim to write like Edith Wharton, but I enjoy various writing styles. Personally, my favorite authors are Shakespeare, Douglas Adams, Gibran, and Kurt Vonnegut. I have begun to read Mrs. Manstey's View by Wharton and will continue to study her craft in the hopes that I will be prepared in case I seem interesting enough to pursue as an intern. Also, I so far have enjoyed reading it, and make no plans on stopping whether or not you find me intriguing.

The only thing I want more than an opportunity to write for an esteemed personage such as yourself is a puppy. I can't have a puppy.

Thank you very much for your time,
Jessica

E. Jean,

My name is Carla Selvin, and I am a native San Franciscan. I am on a never-ending quest for omni-relevance. To me, being able to contribute to conversations in an intelligent and intriguing way is one of the simple joys I relish in my day-to-day routine.
In the recent past, I have blogged for the likes of S.F. Weekly, and BAM Magazine. Writing about pop culture and music is one of my favorite things. Yes, my reviews can be on the snarky side, but always for a just reason!
I grew up in a house devoted to music and the study of music. My father was the pop music critic for the San Francisco Chronicle for the past 45 years, and he has imbued his love of good music and writing into my genetic code (or so it may seem). My mother is a blues singer who has played the bay area circuit for decades, and passed down her singing talents to me. I am in multiple musical projects, the main focus being my girl-group trio, "Garden Party". I tell everyone who asks, that we play adorable music. I am all about being adorable.
Everyone who knows me knows that I am an overly-gregarious girl, who is optimistic to a fault and willing to go the extra mile just to keep others comfortable. I love being a part of a team, and taking pride in the work I do.

I hope you will consider me for an interview.

Sincerely,
Carla Selvin

Hello E. Jean and Ask E. Jean readers/applicants who might also be reading this!

My name is Zephyr Doles I am posting here to make my case as a fabulous and smart choice for an internship with Tawkify. I am passionate about people and their social relationships, and I feel that I am an ideal candidate for a New York-based position. Currently, I am between recently graduating from undergraduate studies and beginning my graduate studies this fall at NYU and trying to use this time unfettered by academic obligations as best as I possibly can to further my professional endeavors in a human-service related field. I've been lucky enough thus far to take the things I am most passionate about - cultural studies and human social behavior - and turn them into a satisfying academic career, and it is my hope that through an opportunity such as an internship with Tawkify that I will also be able to leverage such interests into a satisfying venture in the world outside of the library/internet.

In my own life, I have found great meaning through my interests in art, culture, and sociology. But I've also learned quickly that it is not much fun enjoying them alone. To be able to use my interests and background to help people take the things they also love the most and connect to others would be an opportunity that would not only be gratifying in the "employment" sense, but also simply as a person who likes other people, and seeing other people find happiness, a lot.

Thank you, E. Jean, for your time and this wonderful opportunity. I hope to hear from you soon.

Best of luck,
Zephyr Doles

Dear E. Jean,

My name is Brandon T. and I believe that I do have what it takes to be part of the growing company Tawkify. Ill start off simple and tell you a few things about my life. I was born in Los Angeles, California and then moved to Oregon due to my father’s job. I have lived in Oregon for about 5 years. I just graduated high school which is pretty exciting for me and now starting off my education at Portland State University.

Few more things about me is that I am very updated on pop culture, music, and fashion. I am the type of person that is always smiling and just always looking at the positive sides of things no matter how rough the situation is. I may not be the best advice giver but I know how to listen and respond with what I feel best. I’ve dated and seen a handful of people but they just weren’t the right ones. Then I found my girl friend and been with her for three years. She is my high school sweet heart and ever since I haven’t found another person who has the chemistry we do. I feel like the best people who know most about relationship advice are the people in one, not the people looking for one.

The reason why I am interested in this position is because my life never really felt like it was a part of something bigger. I want something new and different in my life that not only benefits me but also others. Being able to help others and enjoy my job would be a dream come true. If the job opportunity presented itself then I would be honored and would try my best to not disappoint.

Most people would tell you about all their accomplishments and what they want to be in life etc. Ill be honest I don’t know what I want to be when I grow up. All I know is that wherever I go, ill be happy doing what I love. I am complicated on the outside but very simple on the inside. I hope you can see more of my personality and really grasp rather then seeing it online.

Thank you for your consideration.


Sincerely,
Brandon Tieu

Dear E. Jean,
Though my wardrobe and ever-present pearl earrings often cause people to label me as “preppy,” I do not fit neatly into a stereotype. I am a sometimes vegetarian who often flirts with veganism. I love going on long runs with my dogs but don’t like running on treadmills. I enjoy pop, country, alternative, folk, and classical music, but the genre I am listening to on any given day depends on my mood. I prefer The Wall Street Journal to The New York Times and think littering is a very serious offense. I think every holiday is an occasion to send cards to those you love, just to let them know how much they mean to you, and am a firm believer of passing on good “Juju.” I am currently enjoying all that New York City has to offer before heading to Cornell in the fall to begin the not-so-common route of completing the premed track while majoring in physics, which should allude to my love of problem solving.
Now allow me to step me away from the repetitive “I’s” for a moment and touch on the heart of the matter, the hearts of others. Though the matchmaking industry gives off a whimsical vibe by pairing up those who are supposedly destined to be together, the fairy tale-esque nature of it all must not cloud the gravity of the matter at hand. When dealing with others emotional well being, I believe it is essential to proceed with the utmost caution. Nursing a wounded ego or broken heart is—to use one of Wharton’s favorite words—odious. This pain is also often preventable if enough attention is given to the subtler details of an individual’s personality. I strongly agree with Tawkify’s belief that computers simply cannot match human intuition. It is important, therefore, to have a very perceptive and savvy staff. If chosen as an intern, I hope to contribute a fresh perspective and an ability to perceive the finer points and social cues that rivals Lily Bart’s.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Kendall Goodyear

Dear Ms. Jean and Mr. Kenneth,

First off I would like to thank you for the opportunity and chance to be an intern within your company. And can say that if it was not for my lovely girlfriend. Might have me interested in such a site as your but at last she has smitten my with love and thus given................ one sec did I really just use the word smitten? Sorry have to remember we are in the 21st century.

Now I dont make any claim of being some great don juan or romancer of the finer things in life. But I have been thru more and seen more then a chipmunk on crack. To know about who and what makes me up requires more then this space can handle and maybe a few drinks to help deal with the boredom of my life. Please don't worry many have snoozed while listening to the rambles of my jaunts thru life.

So I will give you the quick and dirty, and leave as much of the dirty out as possible. I am a Cancer thru and thru. A sponge for all those around me and no one to unload my own problems on. This is what begins to make me who I am. I can listen with the best of them and have a vst amount of knowledge that only life can teach us. Now don't get me wrong. I have read my Socrates, Shakespeare, and many a great Greek classics. I have studied Classical art and can draw and paint with the best of them. Have also been at a table and talked politics and socio-economic theory............ WOW really? Am I saying all this? Oh yeah forgot I am a HUGE Giants fan, hope that isn't used against me .

Sorry I am getting too far ahead of myself :) But again to get back on track and make an end to this epic saga.

I believe that I would be an excellent choice for for your company. And enjoy the process of learning new things and advancing my career in a growing company.

Look forward to the chance to speak with you and have a great day.

Bonjour Mesdames,

My name is Heather and I live in the damp, dark woods of Portland, OR. I too am on the quest of becoming the next intern and would like to introduce myself to this fine company.

To be honest with you, I give good advice. My gal pals and gay husbands call me at all hours of the night because I'm known to be "level-headed" and truth be told, I'm not easily rocked. If you called me at 2am, admitting murder or insider trading, I'd offer to watch Chicago with you and ask if you heard about the linen sale at Pottery Barn this weekend.

In college, I studied formal logic, so if you have a boyfriend who likes to argue, hand me your phone and we'll have it over with in no time.

If you find yourself in any sort of toxic relationship (personal, work, etc.), I have a zero tolerance policy for the mistreatment of others and a 5 star rating in loyalty.

Not only do I give advice, but I take my own because I wouldn't make you eat anything I wouldn't eat myself.

H.

Salutations Ask E. Jean!

My name is Aaron Salinas and I am a joyous Los Angeles artisté. Although I may dab here in there with the overall arts, I am a professional cellist by day and night. There is no bright spot in my life hindered by the emotional or economical downfall of our days here in sun shiny Los Angeles, CA. There is still a glamorous club night to be had, music playlists galore, topics up for debate/discussion to broaden the mind and a dire need to be uniquely special.

And when it comes to Love, there's only one thing to do: Love yourself! Open up your heart and harness your strength with the intentions of finding every bit of good in a person and in yourself.

My involvement in my own relationships have taught me to be alert but open, aware but beware and having love and loss. The involvement of advising a friend about their love and relationship hardships have taught me patience, compassion, motivation and boundary pushing.

The patience comes from being a person that listens and my compassion comes from understanding. I feel that it is needed to not only be firm with a friend, but honest as well so that I can motivate them to try something that strays from unhappiness. And although we are all individuals, some more sensitive or stronger than others, Life is stressful and we're all in the same boat when it comes to that.

Remember, there's always a way to be higher, better, more capable in getting through Life and finding Love.

"There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it."
Edith Wharton


Thanks E. Jean for reading.

Always,
Aaron S.

Greetings E. Jean and Kenneth Shaw!

As you both must know, romantics these days have a difficult time balancing all of these new-wave elements in the game of love. From the recent explosion of obscure gender movements, to the pressure to maintain an online image just as attractive to potential partners as your hygienic, multidimensional self, culture can become stressful when there is more coming to be than guidance can aid. And this goes especially in the likes of romance. In all the confusion, persons have grasped this simple, legendary concept of two pure souls getting together for primal reproduction needs and have shoved the concept through an old play-dough dough press. Next thing they know, this giant mess of gooey spaghetti becomes brittle even quicker than its former solid mass. This all happens by the end of the third serving at the “pretend-dinner party.” Now as the experienced may know, love has the potential to taste even worse than brittle children's pasta, but we need to realize that it is possible for it to AWLWAYS taste moist and delicious (*wink*) if you know how to gather all the spaghetti, roll it up into a nice ball, and put it in a safe, air-tight container when your done. Or hey, even just constantly knead it with tender care and you can play with it for ages. Nice.

So do I believe that love is as simple as play-dough? Sure, OK! But that is not the only thing to believe about love, for limitlessness is key. If love had such a simple map of instructions, it would be the most boring element in the modern world. With that said, if it is not kept interesting and complex, it succumbs to failure. So the best advice out there is to fascinate all, embrace the culture of today, and keep simplicity in the balance. However, most of all, trust your heart and don't be scared to open up unknown parts of yourself. The more treasures you find in yourself, the more you'll find alike in others; and that is where love always begins and remains. [Also, remember to have faith in your "sexy eyes." Eyes are the most underrated sexual organs on the market. So go ahead and give those pups a go.]

Sincerity always,

Erika Thompson

Hello Tawkify team and fellow applicants!

First things first, this is a tough crowd to beat! Everyone has posted interesting, witty responses, and I must say that it is a bit intimidating, but I'll throw my words into the ring!

I suppose in any introduction it is best to start with who I am. The short and simple answer is that I'm just a normal guy with not so normal ambitions. I realized years ago that I tend to be the one my friends come to for advice in relationships, and that this advice usually works out positively. I was surprised to see an advertisement for an internship like this on Craigslist, and thought: "Hey, that might be something I could do well in!". I am a Navy veteran, a hard worker, and have a good sense of humor. I don't mean that to sound like I think I'm hilarious, because I'm probably not. What I do mean is that I can laugh off any situation, good or bad, and find the funny in the not so funny situations. I feel like if more people were like that, the world would be much less grumpy!

So, that's my little "About Me" section. I must say I don't really know what to write other than that, but everyone else has so many paragraphs I have to follow it up! So, let's talk about the sign up page for your website here. I liked your questions about the best and strangest advice I've ever been given, and would like to share a story:

A few years ago, when I was stationed in Hawaii, there was a crazy, old woman outside of our base. She lived at the bus stop, and had for years even before I moved there. Everyone called her "Crazy Mary", and suffice it to say I was eager to find out why. My first day of work I was walking down the street and I noticed her immediately. How could I not? She had been described so precisely to me by my fellow barracks dwellers. I was so excited to find out what kind of banter she was going to throw my way. (She was known in the past for singing the National Anthem out of order and VERY out of tune). As I got closer, I knew she had spotted me because she started moving to intercept my path. The anticipation building, I walked a little faster, but not too fast as to interrupt her process and cause her to ignore me altogether. Finally, I was there. This was the moment I had been preparing for all week, and now it was time. She looked me up and down, made a strange face (think lemon wedge bite and pepper up the nose), and yelled: "Don't let the dog find you! If it does, use lightning"

Well, the dog has never found me, and I've luckily never had to use my gift for shooting lightning out of my fingertips. I am, however, glad to share this advice with all of you. Hopefully you'll never need it, but just in case, you now know how to handle the dog. (Maybe if a certain bounty hunter is after you, you can give this a shot!)

Thank you for reading, and good luck everyone! May the lightning be strong and flow freely through your fingertips!

Nick (Dog Dodger) Farland

Dear Ms. E. Jean and Mr. Kenneth Shaw,

Hi! My name is Chun and I think this might possibly be one of the greatest things that have come along since sliced bread when it comes to romance and advice on the internet. In today's world especially in a city like New York I think a classic romance is hard to find especially with how fast paced everything is nowadays. I always had the pres assumption that when it came to internet dating and matchmaking sites was somehow related to lots of pictures of male genitalia and all people that are just looking for love are mentally scarred for life and scared away from trying ever again. But upon reading about this new website. It seems a lot more organic rather than robotic when it comes to dealing with the people involved , which is what I think the touch the internet needs in order for people in this day and age to connect. For those of us in this world who might tend to shy away and miss chances at connecting with people due to a strange twist of fate, this website might actually help make that connection for those of us who just need that tiny push in the right direction in the that little thing called love.
Love can be a lot of things. It could be simple at times, hard another, but at the end of the day I still believe love is a magical feeling that nothing can replace and like the Beatles song says, all we need is love. And nothing could be more magical than helping others find it.

Chun =)

Dear E. Jean (and all you beating hearts out there),

I wish I could tell you a melting love story—one of love at first sight, of fate, and of soul mates. Unfortunately, I haven’t had such luck, but I do believe that someday, that story will be mine. That’s what everybody is looking for; a beautiful tale of how they found their significant other and the way the yin completes the yang. I’ve seen many such stories and I know miracles can happen for anyone if they are willing to subject themselves to the unknown.

I wish I could tell you I’m an expert in psychology, that I’m accurate in deciphering people through first impressions, or that I can write almost as well as Edith Wharton; however, I cannot. Then again, ultimately none of these factors really matter in the art of love—or even lust. The magic only happens between two people and no one can completely predict if the world is going to turn grey or pink, even ones with the cupid touch.

My last wish is that I could bore you with all my accomplishments and capabilities, but I’ll leave that to the resume. Who I am at the core, though, I feel is the most important element to being a great intern. I cannot deny that I live for great cuisine and a wardrobe full of all-that-a-girl-could-wish-for, but putting aside the seemingly superficial me, I’m fundamentally a helpless romantic who is full of spunk, smile, and the ability to survive the cold harsh New York.

Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Kanisorn S.

Greetings E. Jean,

I am Sarrah Fanny and I will not bore you with several long paragraphs about myself. I am humbly here to profess that I would be an asset to Tawfiky. Why? Simply because I devour politics everyday (seriously, check my Twitter), I love fashion and my acute obsession with pop culture is one of my vices. Art is also not too shabby. In matters of love, I am a hopeless romantic trapped inside the body of a realist; the advice that I give reflects that. I own an iPad and I assure you that I am the furthest thing from boring (I really can't be with an extra R in my name and the last name Fanny.) I hope that this introduction is enough for you to want to know more about me.

Best regards,
M. Sarrah Fanny

Hey all you new people-

Stick around! Explore our site a little bit! Put some of your self proclaimed advice-giving skills to use and show us and E what you're made of! There are a lot of fabulous people here who would love some other perspective on things... Maybe you even have a dilemma of your own :) check out the questions, make yourself at home!


And good luck!

ATTENTION POTENTIAL TAWKIFY INTERNS:

If you wish to be considered for one of the intern positions, a requirement, as stated by E.Jean, is to become acquainted with this website and offer your advice - so that E.Jean and Kenneth can get an idea of how you write, how you think, how you interact with other people.

This is crucial in order for you to move forward in the process!!

Hello all!

I am Leconte Lee (yes, I am Chinese with a French name, blame my disco diva parents) and if my dashing good looks won't get me this job, I know what will: my love for people, obsessive organization skills, legs for days, style like no other, and humor as proven with this introduction.

I call Malaysia my home and Hawaii my second home, where I have recently graduated with a Bachelor's in advertising and public relations. Shunned by the island-mentality and laid-back lifestyle, I ventured to New York City to achieve the American Dream because I have had a romanticized idea of New York, thanks to pop culture.

Why should I be one of the four interns of Tawkify? I have the life experience being in such diverse cultures, I speak four languages, and I have once modeled (step aside, other applicants). Jokes aside, I love people and when asked to give advice, I am known for being truthful and straight-forward because there is no way I will sugar-coat things. As Liz Lemon said in 30 Rock, "that's a deal-breaker ladies".

I am the success story of online dating! (I am on Mila Kunis on this one) Hopefully, this one and a half year mark means something. New York City is huge, we won't see the same person twice; so, what better way to date than online. Pick me to be your next intern because I desperately need a job and I want people to find each other.

All the best to everyone, I thoroughly enjoyed reading your introductions.
Leconte Lee

E. Jean,
I guess I’ll start with my name. Emma Webster. I’m 21 and a recent college grad from Endicott College in Beverly, MA . About a month ago I moved to Brooklyn, taking my degree in Communications and English with me, and in the midst of applying and interviewing for about every barista/waitress/hostess job the city has to offer, I’ve also been trying to find something outside of the super exciting food service industry that sparks my interest. I’ve applied to some jobs and internships ranging from publishing to PR, but I haven’t really been excited about any of the applications. Until now.
I recently read the review of Tawkify on Gawker and the first thing I said, out loud to my dog of course, was, “Wow, that sounds like a sick job.” I was going to lie and substitute the word “sick” for something classier or more mature in this little anecdote, but, alas, that’s not how the story went. And so, when I was told that you were looking for interns for Tawkify I basically freaked out, and once again my words were, “That would be so sick.” Now, I don’t want this to give you the wrong impression. I do know more than one adjective to describe something awesome. I’m not some single adjective touting bro who goes around giving people high fives. Those were my classmates.
What I am is someone who loves grammar. Kinda geeky, you can say it, but it’s true. If you say “your” instead of “you’re,” overuse, commas, (see what I did there) or just can’t get it together enough to spell something correctly especially in the days of autocorrect, it really bothers me. A lot. I like to consider myself a little bit witty (maybe? Just a little?) and an eloquent writer.
In terms of the whole romance thing, I guess you could call me a romantic. I blame Taylor Swift. Say what you will about the girl, but someone who can pack what almost every 16-year-old girl is feelings into one catchy chorus is a genius in my book. Plus I’m a sucker for a good pop song. Over the years, Taylor Swift has brought my obsession and love for a good romantic tale to a new level. And any internship that allows me to weave my love of grammar, writing, and wit with the matchmaking and romantic entanglements of everyday life is a dream come true. This internship has my name written all over it, which has been proven by the fact that I’ve received the URL to the job posting from about four people in the last twenty-four hours. To sum it up, I would love to be considered for a position, and I’m anxiously awaiting an email alert on my iPhone.

Oh hi. Do you mind if I sit here for a moment? I’m not usually this forward, but there’s something special about you. I can’t stop staring. What’s your name? Tawkify? Tawkify. That’s a good name; I especially like your w. It gives you a full-body and a kinda sorta husky, sexy drawl. Mine’s Hailie. It’s so nice to meet you.

What do you like to do, Tawkify? Meet new people? What a crazy coincidence, me too! There’s something so exciting about new people. It’s a challenge to meet and win over those you don’t know. Do you like challenges, Tawkify? I thought so, me too. Life gets pretty boring without them. You and I, Tawkify, we don’t want boring.

What are your plans for later, Tawkify? What’s your perfect night look like? We can do it all, anything you want. High-class, low-class, keep it simple or go real wild. I’m real versatile, Sweet-T. May I call you Sweet-T? No? Alright, Tawkify it is. Point I’m trying to make is, I’m flexible. I’ve worked in tattoo shops, celebrity boutiques, corporate law firms, and national campaigns. You never know who you’re going to meet or what you’re going to do in this world, Tawkify. Being able to roll with the punches is gonna be key.

What’s this? Oh, I guess it is getting crowded in here. Funny thing, I think they’re all trying to get you. I won’t stand in their way. It was nice to meet you Tawkify. I think you and I would be pretty good together, if you’d give me a chance. Here, let me just tuck that strand of hair behind your ear… That’s better. You’re a real beaut, Tawkify. Smile and never forget it.

Oh, and… Call me?

E. Jean,

Let me explain a little bit about who I am and why I was compelled to apply for the intern position with Tawkify.

My name is Santino LaGamba and I am originally from Philadelphia,PA (Insert East Coast Italian Joke). Feeling a little suffocated by familiarity I decided to head south and attend Full Sail University in Orlando, FL. I fell into myself and became the funny, witty and intelligent person I think I am today ;). After coming away with an A.A. in Recording Arts and a B.S. in Business from Full Sail, I decided that the west coast was going to be home.
After getting settled in Los Angeles, I started a part-time Assistant PR/Marketing position with Warner Music Group. A couple of days in a took another job as a Personal Assistant to an established Actor/Director named Tom Verica. The two years I spent in LA were very crucial for learning the value of real world experience and pivotal for my recognition of hard work.
After The two years in Los Angeles, my girlfriend and I decided we wanted to be in San Francisco, so we did it. We packed up all of our stuff put our notices in, fast-forward two months, here we are. I bring a great work ethic, a charming sense of humor, a knowledge for my work and a smiling face everyday. I wish you luck in your search and to my fellow applicants, I enjoyed your introductions, knock em' dead(figuratively).

Cheers my friends and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best Wishes,

Santino 'Sonny' LaGamba

Hello all,

My name is Beto. I moved to San Francisco from Wisconsin about two years ago. I like writing, I live giving advice, and I have a penchant for getting into awkward situations with women.

One time at a party I got in an argument with a girl about my religious beliefs. My side of the argument was: “I’m not Jewish.” Her side of the argument was: “Oh yes you are!” She told me that I looked very Jewish and so I must be Jewish. I told her I got that all the time, but that it was not the case. I thought revealing that I had been baptized Catholic would end her line of questioning, but it did not. No matter how hard I tried to convince her, this girl kept insisting that I was lying to her about not being Jewish. She never discussed her religious beliefs, and never explained why mine mattered, but just kept insisting that I “tell her the truth!” Mind you, I have nothing against Judaism; I’m just not a fellow believer. After a couple minutes of feeling like I was on some terrible version of Punk’d, I decided to try and meet other people at the party.

This story taught me that when it comes to dating, the people you meet aren’t all winners. You just have to be open-minded and have a good sense of humor. It is my life experiences and sense of humor, which would make me an excellent Tawkify intern.

Thanks for reading,

Beto

Hi, I’m D. and I live in Keeping it Weird, Portland, Oregon. I can safely say that dating can be both sublime and treacherous terrain to traverse. Especially online or blind dating, simply for the fact of the immense uncertainty and anticipation involved. Yet, having a guide (or the newly-coined proverbial “wingman”) can be quite helpful and reassuring for those in search of a mate. I consider myself an observer of human behavior and an enthusiast for social commentary. I am fascinated by personality traits, what attracts or repulses people, and how I play a role in facilitating connections. Active listening, empathy, having an intuitive sense and remaining non-judgmental are all skills I have honed in life and academia. But, let’s not forget the most important thing we are all here to do… have fun!

The latest dating advice I offered a friend was when to give the kiss on the first date. He was a little out of practice and was grateful for a female perspective. I told him if the chemistry was there, to lean in halfway. If she was feeling it too, she would meet him the rest of the way and the sparks would fly!

Daneja Kirkland. Yup, that's the government name my parents gave me. Did you know how long I've searched to find a meaning for Daneja? According to my grandmother, my name was inspired by the name of the doctor who helped deliver me. It's just that her name was Dr. Taneja. It was my grandmother's grand idea to change the "T" to a "D." Well, that's just a brief history behind my first name, in case anyone was wondering.

I'm 27 years old and currently in the process of completing my bachelor's degree at Rutgers University. Initially, I was a Biology major and I was well into completing my requirements for that particular degree program. When my junior year came, I decided to switch my major. I realized that I hated all science except Biology and Math is of the Devil. I rediscovered that my real passion in life is the written word. Whether I'm reading, writing, or editing, words and how they are organized on a page is of importance to me. So, I decided to major in Journalism and Media Studies and I began loving what I learned in my classes again.

However, life and life's responsibilities began to slow down my progress. Helping out at home with rent and other finances, making sure my sister has what she needs while my mother works her butt of at her job, as well as many other situations and circumstances began to draw my attention away from being focused on establishing a career. But, I continued to press forward. I know this introduction seems like a mini story but I see everyone's life on earth as a story. Each and every one of us has a journey and something they can use to encourage or inspire others. What I am presenting, is a tiny introduction to this vast story of my life and who I am as a person. The information I gave you to read today sheds light on who I am. I am very loving and caring. I care about every thing I write about and I do my best to consider the feelings and thoughts of others. Dedication, loyalty, honesty, and being a diligent worker are all things I work to keep in my life.

In regards to giving advice on the concerns of romance, I believe you have to have a good knowledge of what love is. Sometimes love will require you to make some tough decisions, whether it be for yourself or for the relationship you're in. A lot of times people make the mistake of believing that if it's lovely and pleasant, then it must be love at work. This is not always the case. I can surely tell you that parents may punish or ground their children not because it's a pleasant or lovely thing to do but because the love in them demanded that they make this tough choice.

Well, let me not get too carried away. Hopefully, I have said something that will spark an interest in considering me for this internship position. I promise, if I am selected, I will not let you down. Please, have a great day and take care.

Thanks.

bah! wish i would have come across this little diddy three months ago! you know i'm always up for slaving away for you, mizz e.