Hmmm, I'm a fun loving and fairly open-minded woman, who enjoys good jazz, relaxed company and stimulating conversation, over a nice meal. Engaging in athletic and intellectual pursuits, with a fit, bright counterpart are very pleasant pastimes, too. Be advised, though, that I'm definitely not for the faint of heart and have rather high Midwest values/standards. (beguiling smile)

Ideally, I would like to take leisurely strolls around town, hike, shoot pool and play tennis, etc., with a simpatico neighbor/partner, who also knows a lot of other fun things to do in this exciting and creative, artist district. I avoid the freeways, like the plague, and am disinclined to drive too far outside of my general vicinity.

I am Not looking for pen-pals, IM or Webcam buddies. For mutual attraction purposes please have at least one picture posted, be 55 or older, height/weight proportionate, Unattached & have no children permanently living with you, also please be 5'9" or taller and a non-cigarette smoker, (occasional 420 is okay).

Since I don't visit bars, to meet available gents, it would be wonderful if I could find an easy going, casual, kindhearted and -totally- Heterosexual companion, with similar sensibilities, via this venue. As my neighborhood is West Hollywood, with a large 'gay' constituency, I feel it pertinent to add that bisexual guys are just not my "cup of tea," no offense meant.

My work, as a writer, has afforded me the privilege of meeting people from all walks of life and therefore no prejudices or judgmental attitudes enter into my personal preferences. However, I cannot associate "the man of my dreams" with ever having engaged in man-on-man sexual activity. Please refrain from contacting me if you don't respect and meet my criteria. Thanks! (winsome smile)

Well, let me see now, my life -at this stage- is one of ongoing self discovery. I need not answer to anyone, now that I'm my own boss, which is a freedom earned after many trials & tribulations. In the past, life's ups and downs kept me busy overcoming obstacles, for a while. Creative expression is more focused and peaceful tranquility soothes my spirit, since necessary moderating elements are finally in line......... If this resonates and you can relate to it, then we'll probably get along very well.

...being myself.

...are my laughing eyes and sweet, warm smile...

[Books] The Joyous Season, What Makes Sammy Run and too many bios & autobiographies to enumerate.
[Movies] The Black Swan, Night of the Iguana, 7 Faces of Dr. Lao, Children of Paradise, The Music Man w/Robert Preston, Plein Soleil w/Alain Delon, 5 Fingers -aka- Operation Cicero w/James Mason, Auntie Mame w/Rosalind Russell, Sweet Smell of Success and 1960's version of The Time Machine w/Rod Taylor & Yvette Mimieux.
[TV Shows] Monk, Eleventh Hour w/Rufus Sewell, Wings w/Tim Daly, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, The Avengers w/Diana Rigg, Secret Agent & The Prisoner w/Patrick McGoohan.
[Music] Beatles, Billy Holiday, Nat "King" Cole, Tim Buckley, Van Morrison, Linda Ronstadt, Bill Evans.
[Food] I like most types of cuisine that are commonly considered scrumptious, such as: American, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Mexican, French and Italian, but prefer alfredo and hollandaise to marinara sauces.

Good Food - which includes Chocolate (silly smile), Comfortable Lodgings, Good Friends/Recreation, Music, Dancing and a Loving Man to enjoy them all with.

...the ironies of life, in correlation to the wonders of the world and universe...

...relaxing after an eventful week.

To admit something that is private I would need to feel comfortable with and trusting of the person who will be sharing such a confidence.

...you meet my basic criteria, outlined in the self-summary section, and are seeking a casual friendship that may or may not blossom into something more intimate. You would agree that even when sparks fly, nothing should be forced or rushed... As the late great Mae West once said: "Anything worth doing is worth doing slowly." ;-)