I love meeting new people who have various interests and can show me something new! I am someone who is fun, outgoing, funny, sweet, caring, sensitive, good hearted, goal-oriented, smart, and sexy...and I am looking for a man who is basically the same...haha! I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Elementary Education. I am a teacher at a public school in the area. I am very driven when it comes to my job...My job is a key priority in my life. My job is also one of my passions and I love going to work each day because it is never boring, I learn something new everyday, and the best part is that I am making a difference in the lives of children! When you see children who are better and who have grown from the teaching you have done, its a huge feeling of accomplishment for me and something I really enjoy doing. Currently, I am obtaining my Masters in Reading in order to be a Reading Specialist someday.

I love to do all sorts of things like shopping, watching tv, listening to music, going to see live music, going to the movies, bowling, swimming, basketball, ping pong, and hanging out with friends. I like all kinds of music and like comedy and chick flick movies best. I also have an adventurous side and like being outdoors. I love roller coasters, hiking, and biking. I also like art and can appreciate various paintings and photography. I also have a bit of a crafty side. I am always willing to try something new! I am ready to meet that special someone or even new friends who can show me something new, teach me, and challenge me!

I am looking for a great man who can make a difference in my life and vice versa...someone who is goal-oriented, someone who I can relate to, but most of all someone who has a great heart and personality and is a gentleman! I am intrigued by men who are independent, passionate, outgoing, humorous, stable, and know what direction they want to take in life or are going in life. I am a simple person. I am looking for someone that is comfortable in their own skin and wants to grow together just a little more each day. I see the person I am with as an equal, and remember that little and simple things in life should never be taken for granted.

I guess if I were to characterize myself, I am a bit of a 'homebody' with an adventurous side. I like to curl up on the couch with a good book or a good movie after a long day of work, but also like to get out there and do a variety of things on the weekends. I am looking for that person who can curl up on the couch with me, as well as get out there and enjoy life. Family and friends are important to me. I am very close with my family and I have a small number of really really good friends, but can get along with almost anybody. I ready to be in a serious committed, mature relationship. I am looking for someone who can be my best friend and lover, someone I can share lots of laughs with and have fun with doing absolutely anything and everything!

I am a teacher. I graduated Illinois State University in 2005 with a degree in Elementary Education. I am a teacher at a public school in the area. Currently, I am obtaining my Masters in Reading in order to be a Reading Specialist someday.

I am pretty good at bowling and bags. I also enjoy hiking, biking, and doing various activities outdoors. I am also a good listener and communicator, problem solver, and peace maker. I work well under pressure. I have also been told my many of my friends that I am pretty funny in a sarcastic kind of way.

My smile and my bright blue eyes.

Books: I like all types of fiction and I am always reading recommended or new children's books since I work with young children and use children's literature a lot within my classroom.
Movies: Let my watch any chick flick or comedy and I am one happy girl!
Music: I like a variety of music like techno, dance, alturnitive, pop, rock, and country. I listen to almost anything, it just depends on what I am in the mood for I guess...haha.
Food: I like Italian, Mexican, and Chinese food.

1. Family
2. Friends
3. Teaching/Helping to make a difference
4. Cell phone
5. Music
6. Outdoors

I am always thinking about new and creative ways to teach. I also frequently think about what new thing or activity I want to do next.

Most Fridays, I am out with friends going to dinner, watching a movie, going to a concert, bowling, doing something outdoors, or just hanging out enjoying their company.

I guess you are just going to have to wait and find out!

You should message me if you are a gentleman, who is down to earth, goal-oriented, caring, has a great character, personality, can make me laugh, and who is close with their friends and family! I am also looking for someone who is very ambitious and has goals and direction in life, and also shares some of my same interests. I am intrigued by men who are independent, passionate, outgoing, humorous, stable, and know what direction they want to take in life or are going in life. I am looking for someone that is comfortable in their own skin and wants to grow together just a little more each day. I also want someone who likes and wants children in the future and someone who likes to make a difference in the world.