> You mean their biological clock is ticking to get kids? Partially, but the fact that the men I know are more likely to want deeper relationships too suggests

> You mean their biological clock is ticking to get kids? Partially, but the fact that the men I know are more likely to want deeper relationships too suggests that it's not entirely due to that. Aging changes preferences: most people also have fewer, closer friends as they age too. > And they are not looking for jerks. They are looking for jerks to the outside world, and sweet to them. Basically a man who can and will protect them and their family. I didn't mention anything about jerks.