Hi there! I hope we can share some hobbies & interests but certainly OK to have some different interests as well:) I like to read novels, self help, magazines. I enjoy improving my home, teaching, cultural activities, walking, working out with a personal trainer, playing with my 2 little dogs, getting together with friends and family, and traveling. My personal goals involve my career "vocation", happiness & productivity, and personal fitness. I am "unique" in that I have 2 Master's Degrees--Nursing and Business, do lots of public speaking, and still have a more traditional view toward male-female relationships; we are equal but different! I think I can talk to many types of people and am comfortable with all. Musically, I enjoy rhythm & blues, classic rock, classical, and pop.

First dates--filled with expectation, curiosity, and maybe hope. It's my second time around so I think first dates should really be in a venue that encourages conversation and laughter; i.e. getting to know one another. Lunch, dinner,out for drinks, museum strolling,festivals...I like to do most anything! As for you... I would like you to be a gentleman, a talker and a listener, be comfortable with my accomplishments, and accept me as I am.
All relationships must start at a get to know you level and then hopefully progress to friendships or possible long term relationships. If your ultimate goal is a long term relationship, I would be happy to hear from you!