Well, you said ladies only, still I dare answering you:
Your photos look absolutely OK, and a long-lasting relationship is never based solely and only on appearance and / or finances.
You made a great effort at going beyond that in your self-description. However, I see a few weaknesses:
First of all you can set an effective MAIL FILTER (that eliminates all messages from those too young or too old for you - you can even also eliminate countries, if you wish).
Secondly the way you describe yourself depicts a nice start for a day, but it still says very little about you.
The idea of discussing your partner in fairy-tale style is nice and charming, but yours is far TOO LONG. Even people who love books would be deterred by it.
KISS:
Keep
It
Short (and)
Simple
I'm sure you will easily find your Mr. Right, if you more clearly outline what long-term goals you have in life and what your hopes and expectations are.
Good luck to you! Always remember: good things come to those who wait