What makes you a dating and relationship expert? Do you have a degree?
You may have heard the expression, “Experience is the best teacher but the tuition is very costly”. I have over 20 years of dating experience, having dated men of all nationalities in 6 cities, 4 countries and 2 continents. I’ve also read almost every book available on dating and relationships, and I spent many years listening to both Dr. Toni and Dr. Laura on the radio. I’ve attended countless lectures by Marianne Williamson, who teaches the principles of “A Course In Miracles” and I currently attend a weekly Buddhist meditation and lecture class. For those concerned about my lack of a degree, I’d like to point out that Life Coach Tony Robbins doesn’t have a degree either, yet he’s still managed to help millions of people.

Lucia, if you’re a dating and relationship expert, why are you single?
It’s a catch 22. The reason I’m able to call myself an expert is because I am single. I made almost all the dating mistakes you can think of (luckily, I didn't make the major ones- giving money to a guy or being in a physically abusive relationship). Marriage was never a priority and I usually chose the "wrong" guys, which accounts for my single status and wealth of knowledge. When I meet "the one", I'll happily get married.

Which cities have you dated in?
In order, Thunder Bay, Saskatoon , Toronto , Milan , London and Los Angeles.

What type of men do you prefer?
Only two types: foreign and domestic.

What do you look for in a man?
A heartbeat. Just kidding. First and foremost, class. Without that, no matter what else the man may have, I’m not interested. Secondly, I obviously need to be attracted to him. Then of course there are the usual qualities of honesty, fidelity, emotional maturity and spiritual awareness. I would love to meet someone that can dance and speaks either Italian or French. However, the chances of meeting someone like that in L.A. are slim to none. Oh well….

What was the nicest thing a man you were dating ever did for you?
Buy me a Ferrari! I wish. Actually, it was something quite simple. My shoelace was untied and he bent down and tied it for me without my asking him to. This may seem like nothing, but it happened many years ago and I’ve never forgotten. Many men will tell you your shoelace is untied, but how many will actually bend down and tie it for you? It’s the little things like this that let you know how the person feels about you.

What was the meanest thing a man you were dating ever did to you?
I don’t dwell on negativity. Whatever happened is in the past. I prefer to live in the present with an eye on the future.

Have you ever been proposed to?
Yes. One guy wanted to marry me and one wanted to live together and have children. I said no to both.

Your bio says you caused one man to sob hysterically and inspired another to climb the tree next to your balcony. What do you do to men that causes them to behave so irrationally?
Both those incidents occurred when the relationships were over. I found out they had cheated, so I walked, with no drama. Once they realized I wasn’t coming back, they freaked out and wanted me back. Once it’s over, I’m done. I don’t go back.

What is the one thing you would like women to keep in mind?
That their femininity is their greatest gift to their man. Don’t fall into the trap of not wearing any makeup or always wearing sweats around the house, or, God forbid, to bed. Seek to always look and act like a lady – and always wear lipstick.

What is the one thing you would like men to keep in mind?
To always keep their word. If they don’t call when they say you will, or don’t show up when they say they will, women notice. If this keeps happening, eventually there is a loss of trust and respect and that’s when the problems start.

What jobs have you had?
My first job was as a page at the library. Since then I’ve been a truck driver in the army, Avon lady, dj, model, secretary, executive assistant, vj, singer songwriter, talent manager and music photographer.

You were in the army?
Yes, I was in the Canadian Army Reserve for 2 ½ years. I was a truck driver with 18 th Service Battalion. It was one of the most exciting times of my life. I learned to fire rifles, sub machine guns and pistols. I drove everything from jeeps to 2 ½ ton trucks, everyone from generals to troops. I think everyone should experience some branch of the armed forces, even if it’s only the reserves. It builds discipline and character.

What are your professional goals?
I would like to have a nationally syndicated column, a nationally syndicated radio talk show and a nationally syndicated tv talk show. I want to reach as many people as possible so that I can help free them from their delusions surrounding relationships.

Is there anything else you’d like people to know about you?
Yes, don’t be fooled by appearances. No matter how many places I’ve traveled to or how many celebrities and VIPs I’ve mingled with, at the end of the day, I’m still just a girl from a small mountain village in southern Italy .