I am a person with a great sense of humor, a native Californian who moved north from San Diego to Nor Cal. ten years ago. I live simply in a Berkeley co-op (apt) across from a corn field.

I have a deep appreciation of nature and beauty and love to hike and travel. I am committed to my health and to the health of the earth. I eat and exercise mindfully and endeavor to be ecological about the earth's resources. I eat 95% organic though I'm not a vegetarian. I don't drink alcohol and have no objections to my friends drinking in moderation. In all I aim to live lightly on the earth and in harmony with others. I practice Buddhism (mindfulness taught by Thich Nhat Hanh). I also enjoy Science of Mind church. My practice of mindfulness is to arrive in the present moment. Would you like a partner who can be fully present to you?

I am a former Elementary School Teacher. I taught in public school, then opened my own school. Prior to that I was a Massage Therapist/Healer (starting at age 18). For the past 9 yrs I have been helping to lead a non-profit organization.

listening, laughing, massage

my smile

I am currently reading/working through the Artist Way at Work. My taste in books run the gamut from spiritual/psychological (Thich Nhat Hanh, Wayne Muller, Julia Cameron, Mark Nepo to name a few) to fun reading (Sci Fi/fantasy - Kathyrn Kurtz, Mercedes Lackey, Ann McCaffrey, Patricia Kennealy) as well as authors like Elizabeth Gilbert and Anne Lammot.

I enjoy listening to smooth jazz, new age/meditative music, classic rock & roll and some classical.

A few more of my favorite things: doing morning pages, walking meditation, flowers and gardens, and photography.

I'd rather tell you six things I love - hiking, bodywork (massage & Watsu), dance (Five Rhythms), singing, hot springs and adventure!

my next adventure. it could be a new hiking trail or a new restaurant or....

Instead of typical Friday night here are the things I like to do with my partner:
Walk on the beach or in a park
Visit galleries, studios and museums
Read to my partner
Cook a meal together
Share a massage
Watch a movie

you are open to developing a committed relationship