I'm looking for a man who will soon be my best friend.
He is intelligent, kind (he thinks of asking if I'm hungry as he's getting himself a snack), interested and loving (with his eyes, his words and his touch), enjoys kids (and my kid especially!), is Jewish, has some common interests with me, and a sense of humor. He gives good hugs, enjoys the outdoors, and likes to travel to explore new places, taste new foods, and meet new people. He's in my age range - 45-55.

I teach middle school, so you know that I laugh a lot, have patience, and enjoy life like a teenager at times! I have a great smile and use it often. I'm intelligent and energetic. I can see the positive in most situations. I have an amazing 13 year old son. I love to learn - Spanish, cool science ideas, cook new foods, and more. I love to travel to new places and to revisit favorite old ones. I look forward to arts and craft fairs, ethnic festivals, live music, and try to make it to the Taste of Chicago each year. I volunteer at my temple, and enjoy being part of that warm community.

Luxury is always wonderful, but I sometimes prefer the outdoors - camping, ride bikes, hike, toes in the sand, explore. I smile with simple pleasures: the first spring daffodils, crimson sunsets, folk art, interesting rocks, turquoise waters, good packing snow, really dark chocolate, the "peep" of tree frogs, spicy foods, the smell of jasmine, a view of mountains, bubble wrap, fall colors, a hug, things made of wood, a tropical or latin beat, small gestures of love, and private displays of affection.

We go somewhere interesting - maybe a small ethnic restaurant - talk comfortably, make great eye contact, find common connections, smile a lot, laugh a lot, take a walk, and decide to go out again soon...

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Must not do drugs
Must not be married
Must not smoke