No man or woman is perfect, we all know that. But I think we can all admit that we have created an image in our minds for who we want to spend the rest of our lives with. It’s a shame that too many people settle after losing sight of this over time, and forgetting their “McDreamy.” That’s right, I’m alluding to Dr. McDreamy.. ehh emm, I mean, Dr. Derek Sheperd from Grey’s Anatomy. If you’ve ever seen just an episode, or fully transformed into an obsessed fan-girl like me, you know he is someone we can all, and should, fall in love with. Here are 8 moments where McDreamy changed our standards of love and romance.
1. “You used to be so dark and twisty, and now you’re optimistic.”
One of the greatest qualities in a person is to stick through the good times, as well as the bad times. You can’t have a relationship just based on the good days.
2. “Whatever happens, happens. Me and you. Okay?”
He doesn’t care about the outside factors. He wants life to be simple, just you and him.
3. “I’m a human being. I make mistakes. I’m flawed, we all are.”
Unlike a lot of people in the world, McDreamy will admit that he isn’t perfect. Regardless, he will still be perfect for you because he is honest.
4. “Some days I miss her so much I don’t know if I’m gonna make it.”
Again, being honest and open. A true McDreamy will need you. You will be a piece of him that he will always need after you walk into his life.
5. “You deserve to be with somebody who makes you happy. Somebody who’s not gonna complicate your life. Somebody who won’t hurt you.”
We all know this deep down, but most of us are too afraid to admit it. When you finally find the right person, he or she will admit it for you; and he or she will do everything to be just that.
6. “I am your knight in shining whatever.”
Of course, what we all want. A knight in shining armor. Maybe a little cocky, sure. But what person isn’t sometimes. Like he said before, we are all flawed.
7. “You were like coming up for fresh air. It’s like I was drowning and you saved me. That’s all I know.”
Quite simply one of the best lines we ever heard from Dr. McDreamy. How could anyone want to be anything more than “fresh air”? There really is nothing better.
8. “I wanna marry you. I wanna have kids with you. I want to build a house. I wanna settle down and grow old with you. I wanna die when I'm 110 years old, in your arms. I don't want 48 uninterrupted hours. I want a lifetime.”
Lastly, find someone who says this to you without being prompted. Someone who says all this when you’re not even really dating. Find someone who would be willing to wait for you, and would be just as in love with you while waiting as they would be if they were with you.
There have been many princes and love stories that have made our hearts melt over time, but McDreamy will forever be the greatest. Remember, don’t settle for anything less than your McDreamy.
