Yep there are some great workers out there but I have to say they can be hard to find.
Boomba you sound as though you & your Dh are great bosses! I'm sure you will find someone eventually. In the meantime, don't feel like you have to settle, kwim? If you are going to pay well & offer perks, you deserve someone who will work well.
I hope 'she' comes along soon!