I have dedicated many years in the field of social service working with special education students and hope to begin my own business. I am very extroverted and social but also enjoy my quiet time to unwind. I have fun in many different situations and really love to go out to dinner, socialize and dance. I am at a point in my life that I want someone who is not only considerate but will build a friendship that leads to a committed relationship. I enjoy humor and like a man who is outgoing and dedicated. I really am strong on, "say what you mean, and mean what you say." I am a leader but really would like to be lead too. I guess that is really what a partnership is all about! I find my strong childhood traditional values important in my life now too. I am Italian and German descent and I have exceptional qualities from both, but of course there are always going to be the hinderances too in any. I have an nine year old daugher who is so special in my life.

I think talking on the phone a few times is a great way to start. I also find it ok to email back and forth for awhile but conversing on the phone soon after that. A first date would be good to start off for a drink or coffee.