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Annie, 45

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I’m a curious person who loves to learn, has lots of interests, and cares about the world around me. Would like to meet someone similar…If you think we might have some things in common, I’d like to hear from you. How do I spend my time? Work-wise, these days I spend it writing and editing somewhat dry, technical material. In my off-hours, I try to fit in as many fun, useful, and interesting pursuits as I can without exhausting myself, and I do enjoy spending time on my own as well. One of my current favourite things is learning West Coast swing dancing. I have a plot in a community garden and enjoy puttering around there. I did some volunteer board work for a small nonprofit last year. I'm starting a part-time masters program in the fall and getting myself ready for that new phase of my life - am excited about that. I also enjoy going to documentaries and lectures on current events and social and urban topics, as well as just eating and drinking with friends. I like walking and exploring, and would enjoy having someone to go on easy to moderate hikes with. I run, somewhat sporadically. What I’m attracted to and looking forIntelligence, humour, decency, and creativity are some of the characteristics I find most attractive. For a long-term relationship, shared values are a must. I’d like to meet someone who I can plot and plan and go on adventures with, and someone to eventually build and share a home with too.I’m often attracted to people who have stepped off conventional paths, as I feel I’ve done that myself – if we decide to meet, you can ask me about my goat-milking days. ;)I would really like to be in a committed long-term relationship again, but realize there’s no forcing that and no magic wands. Making new friends and having some adventures along the way would be great too, as would meeting some new dance partners. In looking for potential long-term partners, I’m interested in meeting others who feel like they’ve learned a few things from their previous relationships about themselves and about what it takes to make relationships work and last.–; SpearheadThe Head and the HeartBlue RodeoBilly Bragg &-limited is a good way to take the pressure off for a first meeting. Ideas for an actual date will probably be clearer after that, assuming we’re both interested.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Looking for

    man

  • Relationship

    Divorced

  • Have kids

    No

  • Wants kids

    Someday

  • Ethnicity

    Caucasian

  • Faith

    Spiritual but not religious

  • Body type

    Average

  • Height

    5'6"

  • Eye color

    Brown

  • Smoke

    No

  • Drink

    Yes, socially

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  • Elene

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    Woman. 42 years old. Zodiac sign: Aquarius.

    Looking for: man. In age: 39-49

    Honestly, I couldn't give a crap about how much money you have, or if you own or rent, or what kind of vehicle you drive or how many possessions you own....those are not the things that make a man, a man. It's about the obstacles you have overcome, the lessons that you have learned from them, did they make you a stronger person(I sure hope so) did they make you even more passionate about living and enjoying life? (They should.) Life's to short to let it waste away worrying about how much stuff one can accumulate. You can't take stuff with you when you leave? I want to accumulate memories and leave others remembering me and my adventures rather than the stuff I own. My mom used to say, "make sure you marry a rich man when you grow up" and I used to argue that I didn't want to be with a man that was more in love with money and material possessions than he was with me. And that I didn't care if we lived in a lean-to in the bush, hunting for food...as long as he is strong enough to stand by my side through whatever obstacles we may encounter..., that is the kind of man that will win my heart. Yesterday I was at my local Pet Smart buying a large bag of Purina dog chow for my loyal pet, Biscuit, the Wonder Dog, and was in the checkout line when the woman behind me asked if I had a dog. What did she think I had, an elephant? So on impulse I told her that no, I didn't have a dog, I was starting the Purina Diet again. I told her that it was essentially a perfect diet and that the way that it works is to load your pants pockets with Purina nuggets and simply eat one or two every time you feel hungry. The food is nutritionally complete so it works well and I was going to try it again.. (I have to mention here that practically everyone in line was now enthralled with my story.) Horrified, she asked if I ended up in intensive care because the dog food poisoned me. I told her no, I stepped off a curb to sniff an Irish Setter's ass and a car hit us both. I thought the guy behind her was going to have a heart attack he was laughing so hard.Pet Smart won't let me shop there anymore. *** asked me why I'm still single and I explained that I am too smart to play games, I'm too good to settle for a loser, and I'm too ****ing strong and outspoken for a balless man to *** Invitation(Oriah Mountain Dreamer,Indian Elder)It doesn't interest me what you do for a living.I want to know what you ache for,and if you dare to dream about meeting your heart's longing.It doesn't interest me how old you are.I want to know if you will risk looking like a fool for love,for your dreams,for the adventure of being alive.It doesn't interest me what planets are squaring your moon.I want to know if you have touched the center of your own sorrow,if you have been opened by life's betrayals,or have become shriveled and closed from fear of further pain.I want to know if you can sit with pain,mine or your own,without moving to hide it,fade it or fix it.I want to know if you can be with joy,mine or your own,if you can dance with wildness and let the ecstasy fill you to the tips of your fingers and toes without cautioning us to be careful,be realistic,or to remember the limitations of being human.It doesn't interest me if the story you are telling me is true.I want to know if you can disappoint another to be true to yourself,if you can bear the accusation of betrayal and not betray your own soul.I want to know if you can be faithful and therefore trustworthy.I want to know if you can see beauty,even when it is not pretty every day,and if you can source your life from its presence.I want to know if you can live with failure,yours or mine,and still stand on the edge of a lake and shout to the silver of the moon,"Yes!"It doesn't interest me to know where you live or how much money you have.I want to know if you can get up after the night of grief and despair,weary and bruised to the bone,and do what needs to be done for the children.It doesn't interest me who you are,or how you came to be here.I want to know if you will stand in the center of the fire with me and not shrink back.It doesn't interest me where,or what,or with whom you have studied.I want to know what sustains you from the inside when all else falls away.I want to know if you can be alone with yourself,and if you truly like the company you keep in empty *** time and lifeshould come and goI cannot let itpass me by.For if I were a birdI would have to learn to fly.I would have to take a leapand widely spread my wings.The fear would go awayby thinking of wonderful things......such as....a smile, a caress, a kiss...all the little things that we all seem to miss.As I am flying through the airSoaring through the sky...It is than that I realize On my ownI must get by.byCB

  • Maryetta

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    Woman. 43 years old. Zodiac sign: Pisces.

    Looking for: man. In age: 40-50

    ~Life is all about perspective~ you can suck on the lemon or make lemonade; your choice.I am looking for an awesome positive minded partner to compliment me both physically and emotionally. I would love to meet someone who is understanding and accepting (as I have pets which are important to me), be emotionally available, great communicator, kind, honest, respectful, love to cuddle, definitely have a sense of humour, and appreciate the outdoors - physical attraction is important to me as well since that's where it starts.Friends say I am very down to earth and I would have no problem letting you see me with my sweats on, hair up, and possibly rubber boots albeit I love to dress up as well and go out! :) I have a good job (I am financially secure now and at retirement), quite independent, confident, and energetic! I have a bucket list of adventures which I would love to explore and share with that special guy.I love to dance, listen to music, cook, travel, laugh, garden, and I am willing to try anything once. I have always been a physically active person playing sports(excelled in Track and Field) as well as some bodybuilding which I have started to dabble back into - see where it goes this time, if anything just to keep in shape. :) To sum myself up: I am fun, young for my age, spontaneous, non-judgmental, easy-going, forgiving, and I don't expect perfect! I am also very passionate which is very different from dramatic...AND a recent empty nester~******* Guys, I really find a man's eyes sexy which is part of the physical attraction for me! Take off the sunglasses and show your eyes as well please :) BONUS if you have humour which can make me giggle and smile...oh and you know how to smell good! Very very hot! :) First date would be anything which we would both be comfortable with. A walk in the park perhaps and then go from there.

  • Vivienne

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    Woman. 44 years old. Zodiac sign: Pisces.

    Looking for: man. In age: 41-51

    About Me...I'm equally as comfortable dressed up for a night on the town (Dancing?) or dressed down to go explore some back trails somewhere (Hiking or zip trekking?) Personally, I love to touch and be touched and exposure to warm, open-minded, adventurous, and caring people can easily *** smile as well as the passion within! (How about snuggling up to a good movie?)I'm naturally curious and I don’t bore easily with whatever it is I'm doing but having someone to share things with makes it so much better…someone who appreciates variety, capable of taking control but doesn't want to change me in the process, and is willing to let me grow alongside them. (Woodworking? Tai chi or yoga? Catching some live entertainment? Making dinner together?) Although I have a tv, I can usually be found listening to music or satisfying various curiosities by surfing the web...and sometimes it's just quiet. I'm not the type that feels a need to fill the silence with chatter or noise but I love it when there's someone there who can engage in meaningful conversation or even silly antics...About you...ideallyI imagine you are grounded, bold, love to touch, can dance, and love to give flowers (what girl doesn't love this kind of stuff!!) I also imagine you appreciate diversity and are able to stimulate my wild side. And yes, there are bonus points if you're a protector, strong of heart and will, passionate, adventurous, and compassionate with others (and also if any of the above caught your interest).About you... And while all of the idealistic stuff above is optional, I can't imagine a relationship without the following: mutual respect, honest communication within the relationship, teamwork, and intimate connection. (Flowers help too!! =) I've selected casual dating but if it all works out, I am hoping to create a healthy, committed relationship.On another note...Before now (when the option was available for non-upgraded members), my profile was often hidden because I was off exploring life. These days I can no longer hide my profile without "upgrading" and I'm still off exploring life on a regular basis. I'm regularly/occasionally checking my mail and My Matches that are sent via *** I've added you as a Favourite, there was something about you that caught my interest and I'm simply casting my line in your direction. If you like what you've read thus far, don't be shy about it...send me a note!! Maybe we can plan some adventures together =)Until then,namastePs…I try to respond to everyone but please understand that if you don't have a picture posted (or one to send to me) and if I can't see who I'm messaging with, I probably won't make the time to respond. Seriously, anything but coffee!! I'm always up for making new friends with like-minded people so my philosophy is to do something we both enjoy...to be ourselves in our natural element...to discover, explore, and experience whether or not we have a natural "chemistry" between us. If we do, let's take it from there!(But if we really have to do coffee, I'll take a chai latte...=)

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