I have a previous ad from several months ago on reddit (recommended reading), since then I’ve had some time to reflect about what I am looking for and want. I am open to all people, including cismen but I am looking for a real connection. I would prefer a local connection with someone who actively wants to date after getting to know each other. Who can be considerate of my time. I would prefer my partner to be older than me (I am 36). I live NE of Baltimore, in the Upper Chesapeake Bay Region.
I would like to meet someone who is capable of a strong intellectual connection. If you read my previous ad, you can see that I have multiple degrees and am somewhat accomplished in a few different fields. I want a relationship where chatting back and forth is easy.
While I understand you may have a busy life (I know I do) I ask that clear communication with standard conventions are met. That means letting me know if you are signing off, saying goodnight, and giving me a reasonable expectation about when we will chat again. It’s also important that we both are empathetic to one another. Where they ask me questions,and are genuinely interested in getting to know me, and don’t just trauma dump or only talk about themselves. I’m okay with some trauma sharing, I understand we all have our past, our trauma, and our problems. But it needs to be more than one sided.
I am looking for someone who wants to get to know me, sees me, and is okay with someone who has a lot of muchness. I have been called intense, and I am. I’m highly intelligent, I am deep, and I am working through my own trauma. I also believe strongly in forming healthy bonds with clear communication, and good boundaries. I’ve been through a lot of healing, and have a good handle on my own emotional regulation as well as my own life. I love the life I have now, and I am selective about who I want to let in. I just am hoping for that soul connection of like minds.
I’m a plus size woman, and have a full body shot I’m willing to share (mutually). I am open to folks of all sizes, but a willingness to be active, to go for hikes, walks, and be in nature is a real plus. I don’t want to live my life behind a screen and I am exceptionally interested in having an activity partner. I also am active in other areas of life (ahem) and hope that you are too, as I am not vanilla. I am willing to discuss preferences, likes, etc after a good bit of conversation to see if we are compatible. Someone who prefers to take charge is a plus.
I have two nesting partners and two kids. I am open to my partner having a similar situation, or something different. I’m cautious about introducing folks to my family unless they are the right fit.
I am not looking for couples, or more than one person at this time.

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