Seeking serious brothers who can deal with it - Super Single Sisters Of 2003

THEY appreciate spontaneity and the well-conceived plan. They're into the theater and the outdoors. One is an inspirational speaker, another is a U.S. mail carrier. One is a versatile actress, another is a former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. Dentist, lawyer, doctor, professional soccer player, twin hairstylists--whatever their size, shape, intellect or occupation--these 26 independent, single, spirited Sisters are seeking serious Brothers who can deal with it.

* MEAGAN GOOD, 21 Hollywood, Calif.

Good is one of the film industry's hottest young actresses, with roles in Deliver Us From Eva and Biker Boyz. The California native, who is set to star in You Got Served and D.E.B.S., spends her spare time going to church, reading the Bible and shooting short films with her friends. Her ideal date is any outing where you don't have to spend money. Her man has to be spiritual, open-minded and ambitious. "He has to be silly--he has to be able to love life and be himself."

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* DANIELLE SLATON, 22 Raleigh, N.C.

WUSA Defensive Player of the Year for the Carolina Courage is also a member of the U.S. National Women's Soccer Team. The San Jose, Calif., native, who is working toward finishing her bachelor's degree, loves the outdoors. Her ideal man has to be respectful, honest, active and straightforward. A romantic date would be "unexpected and spontaneous--not a big production."

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* DR. MAKEBA EARST, 29 Tallahassee, Fla.

Dr. Earst, a licensed dentist, is a graduate of Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. She enjoys mentoring and volunteering at the Red Cross. She wants a man with strong Christian morals and values. He should be athletic and laid back with a fun-loving sense of humor.

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* T'KEYAH CRYSTAL KEYMAH, "FABULOUSLY 40" Chicago and Los Angeles

A star of the hit Nickelodeon series That's So Raven and author of the book Natural Woman/Natural Hair: A Hair Journey, Keymah is a veteran of stage and screen. The former Cosby regular enjoys gardening and taking care of her grandmother. The ideal man for her is intelligent, humble, has a sense of humor and a big heart--someone who "goes after what he wants without crushing other people."

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* TERI WOODS, "30s" Philadelphia

The publisher and author of True to the Game is busy at work on her second novel. She enjoys gardening, traveling, and outdoor activities. Her ideal man loves animals, poetry and reading. A romantic date would be a grand gesture--getting picked up and taken to the airport with passport in hand and a smile on her face. "I don't know where we're going," she explains. "It's all about being spontaneous."

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* RACHEL K. JACKSON, 27 Gilbertsville, Pa.

RHODA K. JACKSON, 27 Pottstown, Pa.

These identical twins are both hairstylists and real estate investors. Rachel (l.) and Rhoda are "incurable romantics" who enjoy Broadway shows, horseback riding, painting and traveling. They seek "adventurous" professionals who are spiritual, independent and appreciate romance.

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* LISA V. MULVAIN, 32 Washington, D.C.

Mulvain, an attorney with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, has traveled to the Caribbean and Europe, and enjoys reading, biking and learning about new cultures. Her ideal man is spiritually grounded, "adventurous" and knows how to "court" a Sister.

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* MELISSA D. JOHNSON, 25 Cincinnati

An external relations specialist for Procter & Gamble, Johnson is deeply committed to the community. She enjoys salsa dancing, "extreme fitness," writing, music, football and church. The Brother for her is a "multifaceted man of God" who can connect with her on an emotional, spiritual and financial level.

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* ANGELA M. BLEDSOE, 29 Brooklyn, N.Y.

A financial consultant and graduate of Florida A&M University, Bledsoe likes outdoor activities, such as skiing, horseback riding and jogging. Her ideal man is a Christian, who is college-educated, hardworking and has a sense of humor.

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* DR. ANDREDELL HAMMOND, 40 Ellenwood, Ga.

Dr. Hammond specializes in internal medicine and bariatrics, and enjoys Cajun cooking, traveling and the theater. Her soul mate is a health-conscious Brother who loves God, is family-oriented, humorous and playful with a sentimental nature.

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* JILL JONES, "MID-20s" Los Angeles

Jones, co-star of the hit UPN series Girlfriends, loves to cook, hang out with friends and watch "sappy romantic comedies." The man who will win this former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader's heart is respectful, funny and a "really good kisser." Jones' idea of a romantic date is simple: a movie rental, a bottle of wine and great conversation.

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* INDIRA LINDSAY, 36 Greensboro, N.C.

Lindsay, a pharmaceutical sales representative and graduate of North Carolina Central University, says her ideal man is a "seasoned renaissance gentleman" of great integrity who believes that religion is the foundation and cornerstone for every aspect of life.

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* MICHELLE NEWSOME, 37 Dallas

CEO of Newsome and Associates, this marketing specialist enjoys yoga, golf and windsurfing in her spare time. Newsome wants a mature, intellectual man who is an attractive, confident and well-groomed professional, who loves God, attends church and has an entrepreneurial spirit.

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* FAYE L. CLERK, 42 Los Angeles

Clerk, a human resources professional, enjoys traveling, hiking and jogging. Her ideal man is tall, physically fit and healthy, loving, considerate and a Christian with a healthy respect for his potential partner.

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* LT. COL. LINDA COLAR, 41 Jonesboro, Ga.

Lt. Col. Colar, an inspector general at the U. S. Army Reserve Command, enjoys exercising and bowling in her free time. Her ideal man is honest, intelligent, God-fearing, ambitious, and willing to love unconditionally.

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* MICHELLE McKINNEY HAMMOND, "40s" Chicago

The best-selling author of Sassy, Single and Satisfied: Secrets to Loving the Life You're Living is also a speaker, singer and founder of HeartWing Ministries. McKinney Hammond, a co-host of the Emmy-nominated TV talk show Aspiring Women, was born in London and has traveled extensively. She says God specially made her to complement a certain type of man--someone with whom she can form a spiritual, healthful and loving partnership.

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* PHADRA L. WILLIAMS, 31 Birmingham, Ala.

This Alabama State University graduate is a union representative for the city's teachers and support staff and is a former U.S. Army soldier. She travels, reads, mentors, and bargain hunts at thrift stores in her spare time. Her ideal mate is God-fearing, passionate and confident.

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* KIM Y. JEFFERSON, 36 Madison, Tenn.

An assistant attorney general in nearby Nashville, Tenn., Jefferson enjoys physical fitness, wine tasting and travel. Her ideal mate is a Christian who is financially independent, ambitious and secure in himself.

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* ALESIA PRIDE, 38 Southfield, Mich.

Pride, an elementary school teacher and mother of two, wants a man who truly loves God and desires to please Him. He should be goal-oriented, easy-going and have a good sense of humor. Her leisure interests include reading, cooking, travel and films.

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* MARCIA HARRIS, 34 Hackensack, N.J.

A saleswoman who hopes to work with young people in the future, Harris enjoys reading and re-reading great books. The New York University graduate's ideal man is spiritual, intelligent, funny, sexy and appreciates life.

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* PAM BAILEY, 39 St. Louis

Bailey, a mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and also a nurse assistant, enjoys traveling, family get-togethers, sports, gospel plays and comedy shows. She is looking for a caring and athletic Brother who is financially stable, affectionate and believes in God.

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* VALERIE K. FIELDS, 30 Raleigh, N.C.

CEO of V.K. Fields & Co., a public relations and copywriting firm, is also an author. Fields' leisure interests include writing poetry and short stories, amateur photography and ballroom dancing. Her soul mate is a man who puts God first, then family, then career. He is a Christian man who is spiritually, emotionally and financially secure.

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* NANCY P. WILLIAMS, 41 Chicago

An accountant with the U.S. Department of Labor, this mother of two enjoys traveling, dancing, Chicago Cubs games, biking and reading. She wants a "sensitive stud" who is tall, athletic and family-oriented. He likes to have fun and has a sense of humor.

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* CATHYE ROSS, 41 Ocean Springs, Miss.

The vice president of marketing operations for Grand Casino Biloxi enjoys traveling, reading, museums, art shows and concerts. Ross' ideal Brother has a positive spirit, a solid value system, and is self-confident and goal-oriented.

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* SANDRA TATE, 38 New Orleans

This pharmaceutical sales representative's ideal mate is strong, goal-oriented and financially secure. In Tate's spare time, she enjoys skiing, the theater and spending time with her dog.

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