Life is quite a ride! It's been an incredible journey with lots of peaks and a couple of valleys that changed my life. To many people, it's pretty clear that life isn't fair, and I won't argue with that. But, I've come to believe that you're not defined by what happens to you in life, but by what you do about it! I've made great strides in my own life by applying this principle. It helped me to appreciate my blessings and to use every ounce of resolve that I can muster to enjoy each day! Although I don't have a special partner in my life at the moment, I realize that I'm fortunate in many other ways, and so I try not to take anything or anybody for granted. Like everyone, I don't always meet my own expectations. But I know I'm human, so I'm OK with that.

I'm definitely young-at-heart...some would say 10 years old or so...LOL. Almost every woman I've dated has said that I seem younger in person than in my profile photos because of my personality. That's funny because I always thought it was my "platinum blond" hair that did it! A couple of my main goals in life are to try to keep things light and those around me laughing and to try to find joy in every day...as much as is humanly possible in this life, that is. I LOVE to laugh; it's great medicine for the soul! I've become pretty good at laughing at myself too. I better be, because at my age (51...WHOA!!) I do a lot of "funny" things. Luckily, I don't remember them for long...one of the big benefits of being my age. My sense of humor can be goofy and off-the-wall at times. So, I need to be with someone who enjoys (or at least tolerates...LOL) that part of me.

I like what's unique about myself. I'd rather not be thought of as "normal". Where's the fun in THAT? Unless you mean "Abby Normal", Dr. Frankenstein's patient in "Young Frankenstein". I definitely step outside the box a little when it comes to humor. Most of the time it works and sometimes it doesn't. But, as with everything in life, you'll never know until you try!

I've learned to appreciate the simple things most, like my grandson (that's him in my photos). For me, healthy relationships with a special partner, family, and friends are the most important things in life. And so, I'm searching for an amazing emotional, intellectual, and physical connection with someone (GREAT chemistry!). And, I'm not willing to settle for anything less!

I believe that affection and romance are essential in maintaining the intimacy in a relationship, and my partner will feel the same. Having an active lifestyle and staying in shape are very important, but so is having down-time to relax and recharge. I have a wide range of interests and hope to meet someone who's open to exploring all that life has to offer along with me. Variety IS the spice of life...trite, but true! Like me, she'll value honest communication because it's the lifeblood of all enduring relationships. And she will, of course, have a great sense of humor! A streak of independence is fine by me. Are we a match? If so, let's dance...just promise you won't die laughing!

In most cases, we've gone for a casual lunch or dinner to give us time to talk and get better acquainted. But, I'm open to ANYTHING that we'd both enjoy.