"Love is the triumph of imagination over intelligence."

I am Black/Other mature woman. I just turned 61, can't even believe it. I am a big beautiful sexy woman who is comfortable with who I am. I keep telling myself that I am not too old for love. The bottom line is nobody wants to be alone and at my age companionship is highly desirable. My experience with sites similar to this is that most often men are looking for a temporary situation, maybe exchange some photos and more importantly intimate details. Whereas I am a very open person, a relationship has to have more going for it than just sex, there are many more aspects of a relationship, hope you agree. I am looking for someone who wants something real. I believe I have a lot to offer and hopefully someone will appreciate the kind of person I am. I am a woman with a variety of interests such as music, theatre, literature, cultural events, etc. I have a great sense of humour, am easy going, sensitive, kind, romantic and honest. I enjoy quiet evenings listening to music, reading, watching a good movie or sharing a glass of wine in front of the fireplace. I love architecture, handcrafted items, museums, art galleries, etc. I care about people, community and the environment as we all should. There is definately truth in the reference to being your "brothers keeper" and also the adage "It takes a village to raise a child". We have a responsibility to children and the youth of our world, they are our future.
I'm looking for: My match should be someone who is first and foremost honest, articulate, good sense of humour, romantic, etc. Hopefully he is a good communicator because that is key to any good relationship. I think it's important that we have common interests but also that he have other interests and in part we will always appreciate our time together. I am seeking someone who will be my best friend, lover and confidante. For some reason I am attracted to men from the UK and Europe, maybe it's the accent, I really don't know, my ex was German/American. However, that is not written in stone, the main concern is that I connect with someone who is really interested in establishing a friendship that perhaps will evolve into something more. Please contact me only if you are honest and sincere. Also, please be willing to share things about you. We can not get to know each other if we don't share and hopefully an element of trust will be established between us, and at the very least will become friends. I believe in total honesty. Some people tell me I look younger, I'm flattered but have never been ashamed to disclose my age. I am comfortable with my age, of course we all wish we could be forever young. However, I will never try to give the impression that I am younger. We all have to deal with the aging process, if you live long enough there will be some definate changes. I am hoping that whomever might come into my life will realise that I have some physical challenges and be ok with that. It would be wonderful if he was compassionate, sensitive, patient and understanding. I don't mind establishing friendships here, I would hope that for you it is not a game, that you are for real. Friendships with the opposite sex are good for each of us. We can interract, share, be supportive etc. I believe that everything happens for a reason, so if our paths cross, it is meant to be. If someone touches your life even for a moment, the experience can be unforgetable. It is my hope that in some small way I may touch your life and vice versa. If that does not happen, I wish you the very best in your pursuit of whatever it is you are seeking. By the way, the main photo is current, it was taken on Mother's Day (2008). The photo in the car was taken when I was 43, God I can't believe how much time has passed!! Actually the one where I look evil was taken right before my 60th birthday, my daughter caught me by surprise at Costco. She has this habit of whipping out her camera at unexpected moments. I really am not as dangerous as I look LOL!

Something simple, a walk on the beach, browse through a bookstore,wine tasting, a ferry ride,etc.