[dogscoff]

guys who seemed to genuinely think Brittany Spears was the epitome of feminine beauty

Britney Spears is as rough as a bulldog's arse. I wouldn't touch her with yours.

As for women who are only interested in wealthy men... just pretend to be wealthy=-) Sure, you're deceiving and using them but if they're only after you for your money, they deserve it=-)

I've been out of the singles market for a decade (and I'm only 27) so I'm not really the best person to be giving advice, but what about meeting women via friends? And friends of friends? Throw some parties, get invited to other ppl's parties.. network a little.