Registered nurse in a large urban hospital
Absolutely dedicated to the patients who put their lives and trust in me.

Mother (or mother-in-law) to 3 interesting, accomplished, independent young adults. We're close but I don't hover.

Pet parent to two crazy clowns aka pugs Pepper and Parsley. They make me laugh every day.

Passionate about learning, growing, listening to both sides of the story and NPR.

Trained chef (CIA grad) and still love to cook. I prefer ethnic restaurants, and explore markets of all types. I like out of town grocery stores. Is that weird?

My bags are packed and I'm ready to go...anywhere. I have a valid passport and a passion for seeing and tasting everything!

Right now, I'm very serious about finding and becoming a sweetheart.

**I've been asked quite a bit lately about what is a "sweetheart" so here's a little more about that: A sweetheart...someone sweet who makes your heart skip beats and gives you tingles...someone you think about periodically throughout the day... you find yourself smiling and maybe even giggling out loud for no apparent reason...and you can't wait to see them again.
What qualities would my sweetheart possess? Wit, intelligence, experience, passion, compassion, thoughtfulness. Confident. Strong. Not afraid to get his hands dirty. Dependable, ethical, selfless (at times). Stands up to bullies. Stands up to me but can also take me down. Keeps secrets...sometimes confesses. Good talker...better listener. Willing to teach...willing to learn. Holds hands. Gives bear hugs. Loves to kiss.
SWOON!

Taking care of people.
Baking cakes from scratch.
Being a friend.
Making breakfast.
Googling.
Mixing a Manhattan.
Kissing.

Someone recently told me I am beautiful, sexy, intelligent, vivacious and fiery. I kinda liked that.

Favorite book: any good cookbook.

Favorite movies: Best in Show, The Departed, Midnight in Paris, Big Night

Music: Bonnie Raitt, The Dukhs (don't know 'em? I'll turn you on to 'em), Diana Krall, Adele, Aretha, Ella Fitzgerald, Lucinda Wiliams, Madeleine Peyroux, Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Johnny Cash, Neil Young, Paul Simon, Cat Stevens

Food: whatever is in my weekly Fresh Forks Market CSA bag....inspiration! I can cook pretty much anything you throw in front of me. This includes squirrel, but please, never again.

Restaurants: Superior Pho, Momocho, Bar Cento (dog friendly!), L'Albatros, Luna Bakery Cafe, Tommy's, weekend dim sum, good sushi. Latest discovery: Rosso's Gelato in Rocky River. The Nero Chocolate is insane!

In no particular order:
Fresh flowers
Great conversation
Phone calls with my kids
Pepper and Parsley (the pugs AND the spices)
Sharp kitchen knives and a LeCreuset dutch oven
Affection--giving AND receiving

how to find a needle in a haystack using a pair of tweezers...and the Internet.

Hanging out with friends. Spring is here. Meet me on the patio at Felice!

Hint: ink

this quote resonates with you in any way: Love is friendship set afire.