I am petite...5'3" and 105 lbs...yet I am full of life. I am youthful in looks & personality...no one has ever been able to guess my age. (Most people think I look 25!) I've been described as upbeat, outgoing, fun, honest, reliable, business minded, and loyal. I am fiercely loyal to my friends and to my man. I am an urban girl who is passionate about the city and all its culture. Working out regularly is a priority for me, as I am into health & fitness. I like to crack people up...I have a disarming sense of humor that can bring out the fun side of even the most reserved person. But I've also been told that I'm a good person to come to when someone needs guidance, and I am very supportive of friends and family. Integrity is a big part of who I am. Music is a significant passion for me. I listen to everything from rock and pop, dance and r&b, jazz and blues, to salsa and samba, and world music. But I am equally content just kicking back with you, watching sports, relaxing with a good movie, or talking about what's important to you. I am an open book and I have depth, so I can tell you more about my background if you're interested in getting to know me.

I am attracted to a guy who is confident without being cocky. A guy who takes initiative, and who is comfortable in his own skin, articulate, a great communicator, open minded, fun, and respectful. I especially relate well to someone who is ambitious and passionate. Diversity is welcome...I have had great connections with men who work in a field different from my own, or have a few different interests from mine. Keeps things exciting! Ultimately, I am looking for someone who is happy in his life, down to earth, and grounded. I believe it starts with a good connection and an interest in learning from each other.

I work in higher education. I also have a background in architecture, photography, and journalism. I'm not the kind of person to get stuck in a rut; I'm always continuously learning from experience, and from the people around me.

Staying physically fit and youthful, writing and communicating, salsa dancing, and making people laugh.

My eyes, my smile, and the fact that I am approachable.

Prince, Lenny Kravitz, Coldplay, films by Cameron Crowe and Richard Linklater, Al Pacino, Ben Stiller, Jimmy Fallon, Chicago Latino Film Festival, Chicago International Film Festival, Wilco biography by Greg Kot, Rock Center with Brian Williams, What Would You Do? with John Quinones, Celebrity Apprentice, New York Med, Chicago Fire, Daily Shot with Ali Wentworth, Saturday Night Live, Modern Family, margaritas, chocolate, tilapia, pasta, and Spanish tapas.

Family, friends, laughter, music, dancing, and *SOCCER*.

How to be original instead of following a formula.

In the summer: hanging out at Millennium Park, walking by the lakefront, or enjoying a live music performance outdoors. In the winter: catching a great movie with friends, having cocktails during happy hour, or indulging in dinner at a new restaurant.

Get to know me, and you'll find out. :)

You're looking for a warm-hearted, affectionate girl. :)