***Signing off - been fun but too many emails. Keeping the account open to say bye to people I've met.***

I'm going *very* slowly back into the dating scene (after an LTR). But I'm ready to meet some nice people. See where things go.

BTW, the pics were taken by a professional photographer friend. :) So I'm way more like the pic with the coat on. Also, not a skinny girl (though not fat so can't go with the euphamistic "few extra" option) so if that's your thing, friends may be the only option.

About me: I'm young at heart (very social, like to go out dancing, meet up with friends, etc) but also semi serious-minded (love politics, social theory, theater, culture, etc). So a bit of a hybrid ("seriously fun loving"? OR "funnily serious"?).

I love finding people with the same mix but most important is a good conversation. So my serious side wins :)

More generally, close to my family, like hiking, whitewater rafting, NFL football, walking in the city, picnics, enjoy good wine & food, read tons, love new experiences...

I'm a generally nice person. Not a push-over, just enjoy being helpful & feel that that comes right back around. I love to laugh though I'm not (intentionally) funny. Better audience member than performer, I confess.

Looking for someone who can enjoy the journey as much as the destination. I prefer men who are into doing things - going out, hiking, etc - since I'm pretty social. And did I mention conversation?

Age between 29 and 48
Live within 75 miles.
Must not be looking for Talk/E-mail
Must not be married
Must not smoke