Hey! Just a few things first. Please be within 1.5 hour driving distance of Philadelphia. And I probably won’t respond to just “hi” - I enjoy a good conversation :-)

I’m 34 year old female living in south eastern Pennsylvania. I am emotionally mature, kind, honest, tenacious, comfortable with facing my faults, good at respectfully discussing disagreements, etc. I’m interested less in materialistic markers of success and more in experiences and building relationships. I’ve had a life filled with it’s share of hardship that has taught me a lot and I feel the wiser for it, but there is always room for growth. I gravitate away from negativity and those that are toxic and drama-magnets. Life is already too filled with horror, violence, and disappointment.

I value integrity, loyalty, kindness, courtesy, passion (in all its forms ;-) ) and learning. I’m a nature nerd and artist who loves animals and working with the elderly (I volunteer at a nursing home teaching therapeutic horticulture). Some of my interests include horticulture, leather working, jewelry crafting, stained glass, history, art, reading (sooo many books), investing, and travel. Someday I want to buy acres of land as part of an investment in real estate and open space (land) upon which I hope to open up a therapeutic space in art, horticulture and dog shelter

I am mindful, spiritual, open minded, and a try-er of new things. I’m the type that gets her hands dirty, that likes to be doing and take action. But I’m as comfortable in dress as I am a well worn pair of gardening jeans.

I’m monogamous and put getting to know you and your interests and our shared chemistry above jumping in to bed right away. I’m definitely a romantic and like to be swept off my feet. Chivalry is one way to do it. Pull out her chair, open her door, walk next to the curb, send her flowers at work because you felt like it. I’m also a cuddler who wants to feel safe in your arms. I’m a sap.

Physically I have lots of curves for you to love, and while I hope it is not a deal breaker, no harm nor foul if it is. I am strong and comfortable in my skin and with who I am. That said, where I (physically) am now is not where I’m going to stay.

I’m looking for a man as mature, capable, and emotionally available as I am, who shares my dreams, tenacity, values, world view, and priorities. I value humor, empathy, assertiveness, and a gentleman with a dark side. Someone who likes working with his hands building things and DIYing. Looking for someone local, single, monogamous, relationship-minded, and wants kids. Age range 30-45. If you’re interested, please have the time to pursue and be pursued. Nothing is more disappointing than trying to connect but never being able to because “there is no time”.

NOTE: I’m occasionally a bit slow to respond on here as I’m not attached to my phone all the time so be patient with me please :-)