I'm traveling to Seattle this weekend, staying at a nice hotel, and would like to experience the cuddle expertise of Seattle. I assume the only way to survive long, rainy, overcast seasons of fall, winter, and spring is to perfect your cuddling skills as you shed at least one layer of flannel in exchange for body heat. You crave hours of long, drawn-out touch and exploration that lets your full affectionate side emerge and feel nourished.

I have honed my cuddling skills over decades of hands-on research, exposure to different cuddling styles, and being in tune with my own affectionate preferences. I learned affectionate expression must be encouraged and nurtured in a cuddle partner, not taken for granted. I realize not everyone is immediately expressive, either due to shyness or the repression of the inner cuddler eager to reach her full potential. I aspire to provide a welcoming enough cuddling environment your full affectionate self can be discovered and emerge without restraint.

A few of my favorite things and discovered preferences:

• I enjoy the feeling of her melting into me and finding ways to be even closer. A nuzzle spot discovered or a leg wrapping between my legs
• I like a responsive cuddler expressive in her enjoyment
• I am an active cuddler, tracing your body in long strokes as I discover your favorite sources of relaxation. I might integrate a light massage as I discover tenseness, inviting more relaxation
• I am a naturally nurturing cuddler, wrapping you up in my strong arms (and legs) to draw you closer and shift away from the stresses of your day
• Skin-on-skin cuddling is best, creating many touchpoints of shared warmth and closeness as you're pressed against me, but it may take some time to develop that comfort

I enjoy discussing cuddle theory, the nuances of affection, and discovering your own affectionate preferences. Hopefully you can cuddle with a similar level of comfort you'd express in a relationship or enjoy a new way to explore your affectionate self. Tap into your affectionate cravings and share your affectionate desires. What do you wish was possible, even if you're not sure it could be achieved?

I'm 38, single, sane, and bathe regularly. I'm visiting from San Francisco until Tuesday. When not cuddling I enjoy hiking, exploring new cafes and restaurants, biking around the city, and training dogs for a local non-profit. I've been to Seattle many times but will still find new things to explore this weekend.

I've had some good cuddle-focused experiences in the past and I'm hopeful this subreddit attracts cuddle enthusiasts. You might already recognize your enjoyment of affection and cuddling enough to browse posts about cuddling or you might be curious about the latent affectionate potential within you waiting to be revealed in the right environment.

I've cuddled with women still discovering their affectionate side, lesbians who appreciate a big spoon, and existing enthusiasts eager to find someone who can resonate on their level. You should have good hygiene, realize when your many layers of clothing can be abrasive or inhibiting, recognize when your extra long hair presents a choking hazard, and be a generally easy-going person.