Where to start... I believe in taking on life with a positive attitude, and I make my best attempt at spreading the feeling around. I’m outgoing, genuine and intelligent, and enjoy meeting new people. I’m a self-starter and kind of a do-gooder, politically opinionated but open-minded. I have a wide variety of interests and I'm always open to learning new things. I think of NYC as a big playground and some of my favorite days are spent just wandering around.

I am a fundraising executive at a non-profit here in NYC. I definitely enjoy what I do... My job allows me to use my skills to really help those in need and takes me to different places.

Balancing work and play, being optimistic, talking and listening, making people feel at ease, imagining new possibilities, finding innovative ways to solve problems, and always making time to spend with people I care about.

My energy

Books: I really love most books or at least I love reading, the Strand is one of my favorite places. I don't think you can go wrong with the classics, but I also try and bounce back and forth from history/politics to a random fiction/novel - always looking for suggestions!

Shows: My current must watch list includes - Homeland, Dexter, Downton Abbey, How I Met Your Mother (yes, still...), and Modern Family but... I will always LOVE the West Wing and I probably watch old episodes as much as new tv!

Music: I have a different playlist for every type of mood I have... so this one is hard - I listen to everything from country to heavy metal - but I will say that I usually can't go wrong with my classic 60's mix. Woodstock is on the list of places/events I would go to if I had a time machine.

Food: I'm adventurous with food and will usually try anything once... but as an italian/jewish woman, I do have some great go-to recipes

1. Family
2. Friends
3. Travel
4. Shoes
5. City Life
6. Helping Others

I wouldn't say that there is a 'typical' Friday night, but after a long week, I tend to be more low key.

You are also happy with your life, but are looking for someone to make it even better. I admire ambition without arrogance, intelligence without elitism and humor with no reservations.