First, I would like a smart guy. If I can't be stimulated by your mind, then I probably won't want to be stimulated by you any other way. I keep up with current events, although I am continually baffled by economics. Or at least how large lenders can continually cook their books with unrated or risky debt chopped into pieces and sold as commodities until someone actually demands to see the note. Then crash, boom bang. But enough about things I find myself thinking about.

I am a single gal earning my PhD at UT. I am Ivy League educated and very ambitious. I am originally from Philadelphia and moved here about a year ago. I enjoy zombie movies, dark humor, and good food. I am seeking smart, funny guys for dating and potentially a long term relationship. My program leaves me somewhat busy and I am not much for the bar scene for dating, so I thought I would give this a try. That said, I do enjoy a good bar and a good beer. Or an extra dirty vodka martini with three olives.

About me:
5'3"
Wears about a size 10
Pale
Long Red Hair
Blue eyes
non-smoker
STD free
Drug free
Social drinker
No children
Good cook
Financially conscientious- I like to think I have a good head on my shoulders when it comes to managing money. I like nice things, but I am also wise with my money.
I collect vintage hats and sometimes wear them out
My friends would consider me a bit of a fashion nerd.

About you:
23-40
Non-smoker*
Occasional 420 is ok, but not preferred
Social Drinker
No children* (Really just not ready for that kind of responsibility. Good for you if you're a single dad, I just can't imagine how the dating works.)
Employed or in school. I would prefer that you be in a job that challenges you and makes you use your intellect.
STD free*
Drug free
Low on drama and possessiveness. I am not the kind of girl who likes to be called everyday or needs to see her dating partner every single day*
Liberal
5'6" or taller
Body type- I don't tend to be picky, but in general I like skinny to needs to lose a few pounds with a caveat. Real life needs to lose a few pounds, not the internet definition of needs to lose a few pounds.
Takes care of yourself (eats right, no unibrows!, basics in hygiene, grooming, and dressing yourself)
Financially stable
NOT CURRENTLY IN A RELATIONSHIP!* I am not interested in being someone's casual thing or hooking up with someone in a relationship. Please do not waste my time and yours if either of those apply.

If you are more than 15 years older than me, please do not bother contacting me. I have been getting it a lot, and frankly it is just creepy. Date women in your own age bracket!

I also am really not interested in dating people who are far from me. Please be in the Austin area. Long distance is really not my thing.

The * denotes pretty darn important

BONUS:
Enjoys karaoke
Will go dancing ( you do not have to be a good dancer, just willing to try)
Rock music and alternative
Enjoys dining and wining
Kayaking
Creative
Won't judge me because I enjoy buying and wearing fancy shoes
LOST!

Generally, I like to keep first dates kinda short. Then it's not awkward. Meet for a drink, no obligations. I am particularly fond of dive bars with good jukeboxes. But if we hit it off, I enjoy dining, movies, kayaking, playing with water guns, swimming, cooking, and other fun things. I love trying new things and places and exploring my new city!