Don't be afraid! Come on in! I don't bite--unless you ask me to. Yes, I look like my pictures. Yes, that is my real age. Oh and you might want to grab something to drink--some people think this profile is too long.
I inherited my father's love of travel. I have traveled to all 50 states & several foreign countries. Antarctica, Tahiti, Egypt & Australia are on my to-do list. I especially love going to the beach and snorkeling. I think riding on the back of a motorcycle is a wonderful way to see this great country. But for now I am enjoying it from a convertible.
I am intelligent, strong, and independent (I know that word is scary to some people but it really means that I am capable of taking care of myself because I had parents who made sure that I could. It doesn't mean that I am unable to be interdependent.) I am also a kind, open-hearted lady and love myself & my life 95% of the time (We all have those days, you know!). Integrity is one of the things I value most about me. I am patient & understanding--except in rush-hour traffic. I have a great sense of humor (often I am the only one in the theater laughing because I am pretty good at catching innuendos--how about you?). I try to think of hardships as opportunities & see the joy in life. And I believe in saying "please" & "thank you" for even the smallest things--and meaning it.
I will admit that I have a flash fire temper--hot & then over--but it takes a lot to set it off. Right now I am a bit of a workaholic--but only because I have no reason not to be at this point in time. A good man will change that!
I don't NEED a man in my life to take care of me. But I do NEED one for love, affection and that wonderful male/female connection. I would like to once again have a relationship that is complementary (you know, where if one is having a bad day, the other shows the bright side. Or if one is stressed about a situation, the other is calming). I believe in monogamy and that respect, honesty, fidelity, trust & affection are essential to a great relationship.
I love touching & being touched, hugs, kisses, snuggling (please have a hairy chest!), massages, candlelight, soft music & close, slooow dancing. Or sharing a beautiful sunrise or sunset with someone who has a great appreciation for their uniqueness and splendor. But it really doesn't matter what we do. I just want to have someone in my life to spend some quality time with. (If you have read The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman, I am bilingual--quality time and physical touch are my Love Languages. If you haven't read it, you should. It is very insightful.)
I am a dog lover and have 2 dogs that I enjoy (even though one of them thinks she is head of the household) and am committed to see them through to their final days. And yes, they are spoiled. They vacation at the beach with me twice a year.
Here is what I find sexy and desireable in a man (yes, the dreaded list but as a college professor told me "If you don't know where you are going, no road will get you there."):
- A non-smoking gentleman who has time and room in his life for that special woman (in other words, I don't want to be at the bottom of his list of priorities). - Self confident and knows when to take charge. - Kind, intelligent, knows who he is inside, and loves himself. - Values integrity, trust, fidelity, respect and understanding. - Patient (strong, intelligent women can be trying) and able to accept me for who I am, just as I will accept him for who he is. - For him, monogamy is essential (as it is for me). - A good sense of humor & is able to laugh with me as well as able to laugh at himself. - An optimist who can see the joy in life even in the most trying situations. - Can maintain his cool when stressed (although I understand that there are times...). - Works hard but knows how to relax and have fun. - A dash of vagabond blood and likes to run off on an adventure every now and then to experience a bit more of the world (whether that is half way around the globe or just around the corner). - Affectionate (in public and private) and is willing to invest time in developing some emotional intimacy before physical intimacy. - Understands that romance isn't just about opening doors, holding hands, spontaneity, flowers, wine and candlelight. Romance is sharing all that he is (emotionally, spiritually and physically) with this special someone.
Jo Dee Messina has it right in "Stand by me" "One thing I'm sure of. I want a man that stands beside me, not in front of or behind me. Give me two arms that want to hold me, not own me and I'll give all the love in my heart. Stand beside me. Be true, don't tell lies to me. I'm not lookin' for a fantasy. I want a man who stands beside me."
First Date
When I know some basic things about you (name, how long you have been single, how do you feel about dusting, any parking tickets?), then we can discuss where we would like to meet and what we would like to do. Obviously, it will be some place public but it could be coffee/tea, lunch, dinner, a visit to the zoo, a walk in a park or a game of Putt-Putt (you are guaranteed to win! )
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