No drama, no kids, no crazy exs...would like to meet the same or as close to it as possible. I am open to the possibility that an amazing dad may sweep me off my feet, but I really would not be interested in the full-time raising of little kids. A 50/50 custody situation may be amenable if your ex is not a psycho. I test ENTP-for those into Myers-Briggs. I am the boar in chinese astrology (a PIG! how sad for me:). I am a big brat according to my daddy.
In person, most people guess I am in my early to late 30's...so I look alot younger than I am. I am an odd combination of refinement, eclectic tastes and being very down to earth. I enjoy opera,symphonies and theatre but also enjoy sitting on the street corner eating a burrito from take out down the street. If you like girls who scream in fright at a bug, then I am probably not your cup of tea, because I will probably want a magnifying glass and then try to figure out why Mr. bug is in that certain habitat. I like being outdoors more than inside; I like the feel of dirt under my feet, a big sky overhead, the feel of wind in my hair and water close by. I am open to the adventures of life, and have always liked exploring other cultures cuisines and lifestyles.

I try to exercise every day even when I am busy which means usually yoga in the morning or walking/bicycling as the sun goes down. Watching the sun go down and seeing the stars, gives me this fantastic sense of completion on a day well done. I don't eat red meat; I stick with mostly seafood and chicken, whole grains/beans with lots of fruit and veggies, the point being, I am into a healthy lifestyle. It makes it easier if you are too. I very rarely drink because I don't need to in order to have a good time. 100% woman, no plastic add-ons or revisions. I try to get along with everyone but I tend to be vocal at what I perceive as injustice. I tend to be sarcastic but try to keep it to myself because people are often sensitive and don't like that form of humor; but I laugh at myself alot to keep things from getting too serious because I can be a geek. I dislike waiting in line and I like to be in charge of the time I "waste"; if other people or institutions are wasting my time I consider it disrespectful-so I'm like a girl scout, I'm usually prepared with a plan B. I tend to be a reluctant leader...I would prefer to just lead myself, but I will intervene or take charge when I see the need to keep a project or people on track. I would like to meet a man that understands that chivalry can be simple things, so I can "be the girl".

I used to co-own a business but recently switched to a career in healthcare; I like science and being a positive influence in others lives so I chose to be an R.N. I have higher educational aspirations after I graduate.$ is important but $ is just a tool(the use of the tool is more of a priority for me)...$ does not equate happiness with me; I would categorize myself as unpretentious. I like to learn new things and skills and am in awe of the potential of the human mind. I am spiritual rather than religious because I have a hard time putting a box around God.

I like to sing and lately am listening to Sting, KD Lang, Annie Lenox, Sinatra, Gipsy Kings and MJ Blige...it just all depends on my mood & what I am exposed to, I'm actually open to anything but hard core metal and most country. Growing up in the 60's meant that I never really learned ballroom dancing, so I would like to do so. I would like to start playing an instrument again, and especially produce some art (painting/drawing, at which I am quite accomplished) when I have more time after state boards; I am artistic but never quite knew how to derive income from my talent. It would be fun if you are musical, artistic or like dance/movement art forms too.

No, I do not keep the tiger in my back yard (it isn't mine) and have included a pic where it wasn't going so well, for all of you Genus Panthera fans...WOW, what a woman! Either that or she is nuts!!!
I try not to be too critical and to be open minded; finding the good and interesting, or at the very least the lesson in everything.
I have a full life and lots of interests so I am looking for someone to compliment my life...not smother me; to be more succinct, I am looking for one special man to share life with (and yes, I just ended my sentence with a preposition:). I will respect your time and you should do the same for me. There is no rush...I am taking my time, but I want to be with a man that is passionate about me. I am passionate about whatever I decide to allow into my life whether it's an interest or a person, and I expect the same in return. I think I exhibit a good combination of structure and responsibility when I need to, with a sparkle of spontaneity and fun thrown in and am not impulsive...so let's get to know each other. Despite the tone of my profile, I don't bite! (that is unless I get to know you really, really, really well- then you are fair game!!!:)

I feel it would be good to meet first in a public place for coffee/tea and/or go for a walk to see if there is chemistry before a "first date"...what do you think? Since I feel a man should ask a lady out, I would defer to whatever he had planned for a "first date". I am impressed by people that back up talk with action.
I really appreciate that you are not married, separated, or newly single and confused about your marital/girlfriend status; I am single and not confused.