FYI: I listed "long-term"on the relationship. but I really do want to make friends too. I do smoke socially mostly, or when I'm nervous or after a****ail! lol Smoking is stupid, I know...I will quit eventualyy...especially if I meet a man who is a non smoker. Its NOT THAT important to me! ! Only been a social smoker for 5 yrs, never smoked prior to that. I have excellent hygene, and fresh breath....and I will never taste like an ash tray! Moving on........ I love this poem, I hope it will make you laugh too: (I DID NOT write this poem myself, I found it on line).

WOMEN'S POEM:
(once again,I did NOT write this myself, I found it on line--yes, men have commented on it, as if I wrote it myself!!!)

Before I lay me down to sleep,
I pray for a man, who's not a creep,
One who's handsome, smart and strong.
One who loves to listen long,
One who thinks before he speaks,
One who'll call, not wait for weeks.
I pray he's gainfully employed, (or was, or has plans on the horizon)
When I spend his cash, won't be annoyed. (I have my OWN cash to spend guys!)
Pulls out my chair and opens my door,
Massages my back and begs to do more.
Oh! Send me a man who'll make love to my mind,
Knows what to answer to "how big is my behind?"(again,this I didn't write this!)
I pray that this man will love me to no end,
And always be my very best friend. End.
Just a note to you men: I will return the same---I am not selfish, and I love to spoil my man. :)

I'M GOING TO BE HONEST HERE. I GET SAD AT LEAST EVERY DAY-JUST A LITTLE- BECAUSE I SEE COUPLES EVERYWHERE...HUGGING, KISSING, LAUGHING, THAT TRUE GENUINE LOVE AND CARE FOR EACH OTHER ETC... AND I MISS THAT AGAIN AND WANT IT BACK! I AM TIRED OF BEING ALONE. I HAVE SO MUCH LOVE TO GIVE, I ONLY WANT IT BACK. I CAN'T GO "BUY" THIS MAN/LOVE AT WALMART, DAMN! LOL .. NOW, ON WITH THE UPBEAT, THINGS ABOUT ME. ONLY PASSIONATE, BRAVE, STRONG, SEXY AND CONFIDENT MEN WILL REPLY TO THIS AD ONCE YOU READ IT. ***THIS IS A TEST**** (just kidding)

I am passionate about many things-- especially my MAN! I am VERY intimate, fun and a bit sassy, a lover and a learner. I'm 47 but still feel 30, sometimes feel 90!! I have aN average but sorta thick body (small frame though) with ample curves and enjoy being free from the "normal body image issues" women face today. I am well proportioned too. I am a girly girl with painted toe nails, nice hair, soft skin, and "bedroom eyes" (been told so). I can be crazy, fun, quiet, unpredictable but always a lady in public! My best relationships have been with a Taurus and Virgo, however "they" say my best match is a Pisces or Scorpio!! Never been with one though! Hmmmm? YOU can still contact me if your NOT that sign--as I am NOT SERIOUSLY into astrology!! The last 23 yrs I've been with 3 men (long relationships), dated lightly in between....and I hate starting over, I thought about just living alone the rest of my life---but thanks to good friends, I will give this site a shot! I fear that this site is going to feel too much like an "interview" and be sooooo time consuming, that I dread. I feel that "meeting" rather quickly is the best, saves on time, and this way we can see if the "chemistry" is there. I don't want to be alone...I have so much love to give---especially now that fall and winter are here. Cuddling time! If we meet and can be just friends, AWESOME! I'm all for friendship too. I am outgoing & adventurous- although I just love to be at home (or yours!) home is where the heart is. I take pride in how I look and I would like you to do the same. I dress casual, but can dress UP too!! Physical attraction isn't everything, but lets agree---we must like the outside somewhat to pursue it further. Lately, I've been dragging myself out to small pub's to have a couple drinks and listen to music/karoke with my brother--not much to do in South Bend. I am NOT a loud mouth either. I know too many girls who YELL and scream, I hate that. I never yell or scream or talk loudly, (but I am half polish, so I guess I'm a little loud at times!) LOL I believe it you need to get someone's attention, whisper..don't yell! I hope this is enough for now. Hope to hear from you. Thanks for reading. Don't hesitate now and run from me, write me! YOU won't be disappointed. AT least, lets talk on the phone a little. :)
Please, only "grounded" men with goals---or at least be headed that direction! I can financially take care of myself(well, its getting harder every day! lol) you must do the same. I'd like to eventually come to YOUR home too, not just MINE--(because you DON'T have a place to take me to!). I DON'T care if you live with family or friends, times are hard these days, and I understand, I just want to be able to come to your place too, that's all. Hope to hear from you. :) Thanks for reading.
One more request: PLEASE have a recent pic of yourself (like within the past month at least, I've met a couple men who have pics that are 10 yrs old, and when I met them, I didn't even recognize them! That is a LIE right off the start, NOT good. My pics are all within 1 month old. And please, when we meet for the first time, please smell good, dress decent (jeans, t-shirt is fine, but don't look like you got them from the dirty laundry basket or fresh out of the dumpster.. and threw them on! Take pride in how you look, I do. I love a clean cut man, but with a little "rough or outdoorsman exterior". :) Fresh breath a plus! I had to throw that in there, will explain later....

HOW ABOUT THIS? WE GO TO THE GROCERY STORE, BUY THE INGREDIENTS FOR A PIZZA (OR ANYTHING REALLY) AND GO TO ONE OF OUR HOMES AND COOK TOGETHER? SHARE SOME WINE OR ?? MAYBE TOO? I LIKE COMFORT, THIS SOUNDS LIKE A PERFECT WAY TO BE COMFORTABLE! OK, MAYBE WE PASS EACH OTHER A "CHECK YES OR NO" NOTE FIRST, AND SEE IF WE EVEN WANT TO COOK TOGETHER !?!?!? LOL JUST AN IDEA.