Hi!

I am drawn to a guy who loves his life and is looking to have a long term relationship with a woman with whom he has a solid friendship. In a relationship we create, we will naturally have our ups and downs, but we'll be able to discuss our conflicts, communicate respectfully, and resolve our differences with mutual understanding, laughter and forgiveness. We all have our pasts and I am far more interested in where you are now, and where you want to go in your life. I look forward to a partnership of equals, which amongst other things means it is free of a dynamic of "fixing" and or of "saving"; one in which authentic intimacy can be freely exchanged.

I am a confident, sensual, ambitious, kind, witty, playful, funny, feminine, smart, independent, fun and vivacious woman. I love to travel (especially to other countries), explore life with laughter and a sense of optimistic adventure. I want to meet a man close to my age who lives in the area and has family values.

My friends describe me as down to earth, real, devoted, funny, loyal, sincere, exotic, feisty, caring, beautiful, open and honest. My compassion and dedication is evidenced by my devotion and advocacy for the health and well-being of children.

I try to maintain a healthy lifestyle by exercising 4-5 times per week keeping my mind and body active, maintaining a positive outlook and eating well. I also have a penchant for reading. And...ahem...Is it wrong to admit that I also play a mean game of Scrabble?! Anyone up for the challenge? :)

When we are together in a mutually loving and respectful relationship, though I know neither of us is perfect--I will always be your biggest supporter and on "your side". I am not afraid of failure, I am forgiving and love challenges and the pursuit of making myself the best "me" I can be. I am open to all kinds of new things. Though, I possess that certain alluring feminine mystique, I'll never leave you in the dark about what I'm thinking.

I admire a man who is also happy with who he is, is compassionate and has a sense of purpose to a nobler cause outside of himself. I understand the importance of work and the need to devote time and focus on it, as well as the drive to realize goals and aspirations. As such, most men I'm attracted to are "initiators" in most aspects on their lives...the least of which is not being afraid to let a woman/date know that he digs her!

I'm drawn to someone who values his emotional health and knows how to apologize as well as forgive. I admire a guy who has the strength and humility to admit when he's wrong. It can make me melt to see how he can make other people feel appreciated and good about themselves. I really appreciate a guy who has a soft spot in his heart for children, family as well as those less fortunate; also a man who enjoys good friendships and time spent out with his buddies or on his own, doing the things that are important to him--as the same is true for me and my family and friendships. I believe in a healthy balance of interdependence. In addition, I tend to do well with a man who is educated and articulate as well as financially and emotionally stable.

If you believe we might share most of these values or visions for a relationship, I invite you to write and look forward to hearing from you!

I'd love a first date to be a chance to share some laughs together, as opposed to some nerve-wracking interview. We'll know if the chemistry is there. The rest can come later. I would prefer it to take place somewhere fun.

No matter what we do, I will greet you with an open heart and know that you are perhaps nervous too, and not always sure of the right thing to say. I will do my best to help you feel relaxed and accepted so the REAL you will come out.