I am energetic and optimistic, artistic and definitely more funky than frilly. I love cultural events (from museums to opera, live theater and music) and my taste is eclectic. I am am open minded and love to explore new places, meet new people and try new cuisines. I listen to Bach on Pandora radio and then switch to Folk Alley, love NPR and especially This American Life. I am definitely progressive in my thinking, politically and otherwise, and think my reason to be here is to make the world a better place in any way I can. Raising my daughter is my highest priority and also my biggest joy! My cowboy boots are my "dress shoes" and yes, I do wear them to the opera :-) Connecting to people in a meaningful way has always been a strength and I am the kind of friend who steps up when times get tough. I am a very caring and nurturing soul who is looking for someone to go have adventures with and see if it can develop into a caring relationship. I truly believe that I will find my beloved and together build a partnership that will be the best relationship yet!

Raising my 16 year old daughter and enjoying the honor of watching her grow tremendously. Teaching -- how lucky I am to love my work and know I am doing something useful! Recovering after a hectic year rebuilding my home that was destroyed by a fire and staying focused on a brighter future.

Stepping up and following through. I think showing up is one of the most important things we can do for people we care about...

I take a terrible picture and don't look 52.

I love to read, but rarely make enough time for it. I'm in a book group, which helps, and I'm addicted to the Sunday NY Times Magazine section.
I love movies but rarely get to the Ritz (my favorite). I'm more likely to catch live music (anything from bluegrass festivals to opera), a museum or dance performance. I absolutely love food (all kinds!) and exploring new cuisines. I am a good cook -- nothing fancy -- and making dinner for friends and having a relaxed evening home with a bottle of wine is at the top of my list :-)

My daughter.
My health.
My friends.
My work.
Great food.
Meaning/connection/learning new things and having new experiences.

Balance
Gratitude
My daughter and how to best be her Mom
How to be more effective as a teacher

Making a special dinner and settling in with a movie to unwind from a long week... or finding a cultural or social event I can't resist.

I watch truly bad TV to unwind some nights.

You are progressive in your thinking and your politics, are moved by beauty in the world and in the arts and are looking to connect with someone on many levels. I almost always write back :-)