I'm a slightly offbeat, active and independent gal with a very
adventurous spirit... I am sometimes serious and introspective but
have a strong, playful side that needs to be satisfied. I grew up
in the deep south - specifically Louisiana and Georgia -- but I've
lived in California for 29 years so I think technically I'm now a
native. I have great friends both inside and outside of California,
some spanning decades. They are my extended family and are very
important to me. I enjoy nurturing those relationships and it gives
me many oppotunities to travel to different states and even
countries as people have scattered to the wind.
I'm very physical and fitness and activity are a very important part of my lifestyle. I'm an avid hiker and somewhat of a gym rat in the winter. I also love being on or near the water and I couldn't be happier than when I'm on a warm beach with sand between my toes. I enjoy travelling without an agenda over packaged paradise and hope to never, ever go on a cruise again -- once was enough. As passionate as I am about the outdoors, I enjoy city life and all that it has to offer. I'm a big film fan and prefer foreign and independent over Hollywood blockbuster. But if a movie is well crafted and is entertaining, I will see it (stupid factor notwithstanding). Art is important to me as well and I enjoy gallery openings and discovering new talent. I practice photography as a hobby when time allows, and have my own small collection of works by friends and lesser known artists.
I am drawn to people who are multi-dimensional, warm and open, who don't take themselves too seriously, who are a bit out of the box and definitely not "cookie cutter"... I tend to prefer men who are sensual, smart but down to earth, have some style and a bit of an edge, who can surprise me in different ways. I have a low tolerance for arrogance. I enjoy being introduced to and learning new things, stimulating conversation and above all, humor! I cannot live without laughter! I consider innate curiosity, kindness, honesty, thoughtfulness and high emotional intelligence in general to be important qualities.
I'm very physical and fitness and activity are a very important part of my lifestyle. I'm an avid hiker and somewhat of a gym rat in the winter. I also love being on or near the water and I couldn't be happier than when I'm on a warm beach with sand between my toes. I enjoy travelling without an agenda over packaged paradise and hope to never, ever go on a cruise again -- once was enough. As passionate as I am about the outdoors, I enjoy city life and all that it has to offer. I'm a big film fan and prefer foreign and independent over Hollywood blockbuster. But if a movie is well crafted and is entertaining, I will see it (stupid factor notwithstanding). Art is important to me as well and I enjoy gallery openings and discovering new talent. I practice photography as a hobby when time allows, and have my own small collection of works by friends and lesser known artists.
I am drawn to people who are multi-dimensional, warm and open, who don't take themselves too seriously, who are a bit out of the box and definitely not "cookie cutter"... I tend to prefer men who are sensual, smart but down to earth, have some style and a bit of an edge, who can surprise me in different ways. I have a low tolerance for arrogance. I enjoy being introduced to and learning new things, stimulating conversation and above all, humor! I cannot live without laughter! I consider innate curiosity, kindness, honesty, thoughtfulness and high emotional intelligence in general to be important qualities.
