(The above is one of my several playlists featuring some of my favorites.)

Originally from the northeast, I'm an attractive, proportionately full-figured/thick/voluptuous/plus size (whatever you call it these days) woman seeking companionship, perhaps more with a suitable man. I am a free spirit, soulful, romantic, and can be very adventurous and spontaneous with a compatible partner. I am an independent woman yet I really enjoy the company and strength of a good man in my life. I have soulmate friends in my life but that soulmate partner seems to be elusive.

I'm beyond the phase of just being open to something casual, really. Been divorced and have moved around the country long enough; it's time to consider something long-term and meaningful. Any men who are just looking for fun/are playas need not respond/contact me. I won't be a part of your harem, friend with benefits or regular booty call. I'm worth, deserve and seek more than that. My heart is open but is very wise and is not to be mistreated/taken for granted. I'm a lady and would expect any man worth knowing would respect and appreciate that.

In other words, only REAL MEN need apply. ;-)

I initially seek a genuine friendship with a tall, eligible "old school" man -- a friendship built upon a solid foundation: sincere caring, sharing, spending time, and more. I mesh well with a mature partner who has class, is thoughtful, humble, considerate, respectful, unpretentious, progressive, sophisticated but down to earth, isn't too superficial, isn't overly materialistic, isn't shallow, isn't prudish, is REAL/sincere, has his priorities in order, isn't a simpleton/simple minded (stimulate my mind before you even think about stimulating my body...challenge me intellectually, be articulate, etc.), values what is truly important in life, and more. I am compatible with a man who has graduated beyond the booty call/playa stage of his life and is also seeking substance, is intelligent, a good conversationalist/communicator, deep thinker, music lover, still loves fun and adventure, has a sense of humor, can be playful, and is equally comfortable in either jeans (casual) or a suit (sophisticated). Be forewarned that if the conversation between us doesn't flow easily and I deem you too difficult to get to know, I will move on. By the time we reach our 30s and 40s we should be able to effectively communicate with the opposite sex. :-)

I am open to the potential for a long-lasting relationship if that is our destiny... Seeking quality, not quantity.

What initially turns my head? A tall, linebacker type with a bald head. ;-) Yes, I said it but it's the truth. I love a masculine, strong man with some physical substance that I can hold on to. That doesn't mean I can't be attracted to other "types," though.

On a deeper level, I would cherish a strong, sincere, spiritual connection and chemistry with a man. Won't settle for less. Let's explore.

NOTE: I’m currently in the 727 but really miss the 410 even though I’m originally from the 207 and moved to the 727 from the 813 by way of the 845 which wasn’t far from the 212. Please be someone who has seen and experienced a little bit of this country (beyond Florida or just the south) and can relate. ;-)

NOTE: Yes, I date interracially. I have since the early 80s. I've married interracially. I'm a mother of a multiracial/biracial adult child. I don't justify who I am attracted to, nor do I care about anyone's "approval" as we all have preferences, but I will say that I am open to just about any man who SHARES MY TASTES/INTERESTS AND VALUES who I find attractive and whose vibe suits me.

I tend to think southern men aren't as open to interracial relationships as the brothas up north. That's my observation so far among men in my age group here in the Tampa Bay area anyway. Prove me wrong...or perhaps be a man who is a transplant from the north like I am or a white man who can relate to a woman like me on a lot of levels. If you're a white man who has issues with interracial dating/white women who have dated interracially, however, then you may want to move right along and bypass my profile altogether. I have an "international" family so it has to be said that on that level alone, you wouldn't be compatible with me so..continue on...I won't be the least bit offended. Seriously. :-) I prefer to surround myself with more progressive minded folks who realize it's 2008...

NOTE: For me, music is more than a casual interest...it's been one of my life long passions. Music moves me like almost nothing else does. It's my drug of choice. If we can't connect on the music level, it's a show stopper.

Seriously. Many of the events I enjoy attending relate to music (and the arts in general) and I love/prefer to enjoy shared tastes in music with friends and a partner. :-)

It's not my style to chase/pursue a man. Call me old school, but I prefer to be courted or at least have a mutual inclination to be the initiator in any situation. Too many men are lazy these days and don't think they need to work at getting a woman's attention (too many think we're all so desperate that we'll take any man with a pulse, NOT).

With all my ranting and rambling above, I'm really a good woman with good intentions. Dating sites on the internet make it real easy for you men to feel like you're in an all-you-can-eat-buffet (full of women). Most of you men admit to wanting a good woman in your life. Don't come into my life, though, if you are the type of man who continues to seek and put yourself out there even while dating someone or in a relationship because you fear you might miss out on something better. You'll be the man who figures out in the end that you lost a good woman.

Something that matches our mutual interests. We would have to talk a bit and learn a little about each other before making that determination. :-)

Age between 35 and 55
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