My name is Melissa, I'm 34 and live in Saskatchewan, Canada. I tend to get along well with people around 10 years younger/older than me, but I’d be more comfortable with older than 25 for anything beyond platonic friendship. Looking for some lady friends this time.

I use a wheelchair, I'm a Libra, not a fan of politics, but I tend to lean left - center. I am staunchly pro-choice and am protective of rights for LGBTQ2S , indigenous and disabled communities. I'm single, monogamous and I do not have kids, or plans to have biological children. If you do have them, if you feel it’s right with time, I do make a cool Auntie (according to my current squad of niblings). I'm mostly looking for friendship first, before anything serious. Anything beyond that will be after time and will be sure to be a mutual feeling, so no guarantees 😅.

I enjoy music (country, indie rock and 70s-80s rock. I tend to favor strong female vocals), being creative through art and writing. I like gaming and prefer to play with another person or groups of friends. I seem to prefer PlayStation for gaming, but I do have a PC. I'm into video game accessibility and accessibility in general. I like technology, and science fiction. I watch a lot of movies and TV series. I love my family time, I'm very close with my Mom. I love animals and I want to do more traveling once airlines become wheelchair accessible (soon!).

My personality tests have me as an INFJ-A and a Type 2 Enneagram. Fitting, because I’m hoping to become a clinical/counselling psychologist. I've always been intuitive and perceptive of people. I often am the one people ask for advice or vent to. I want to focus on serving the disabled, LGBTQ, indigenous communities and those with addictions and mental health issues, all of which I’ve been affected by or experienced/related to in some way.

So what happens if you message me and put in the work to get to know me? What might you find? Just a human being with the same wants and needs, flaws and strengths as the next. An introverted empath who observes, feels and cares too much at times. Who never gives up and is always seeking growth and understanding. A person who loves to give rather than receive, but needs to know that receiving is okay too. You'll find someone who loves the sound of others laughing and often has them laughing with relative ease. A storyteller like no other. A person who sees and revels in others.

A lover of quality time with loved ones. Maker and breaker of traditions. Witty and charming and rolls along the razors edge of dark humour. The best hype friend and confidant. When my heart is taken, there's no giving it back. Not all of it, anyway. You'll never question my adoration, as I love to express myself in terms of endearment and reverence.

As a lover, I can only guess who I am. I've never gotten beyond that threshold but I'm certain I am committed with matched enthusiasm. I'd love to explore and find ways of giving as much as receiving. I crave touch and affection, beyond what counts as primary care needs. It would bring me joy to see my partner fulfilled with what I am able to give, which is my heart that is strong, my attention which is abundant and the love radiating behind my touch. I consider myself Bisexual, with a preference for female companionship.

If you've reached this point and are going to respond, please know that I'm not interested in NSFW "play" with someone I don't know, so no. Please respect this boundary. Tell me about yourself. Trans and non-binary are most welcome to message as well. Flirting is fine if we are on the same page after some time. It’s good to express your wants and desires, needs and expectations. Boundaries are extremely important as well.

Genuine questions are open. Few topics are off limits. Be prepared to answer them yourself. We can save our interests for small talk, or you can cheat and read my post history.

I'm a work in progress, I'm always learning and striving to do better. I'm an "introverted extrovert", meaning I may take awhile to warm up. I don't take any shit and can be assertive. People see me as a leader, but I'm much more comfortable following or co-leading. I can be funny, goofy, serious and level-headed. When I’m comfortable, I am charming and charismatic.

I do have photos; I hope you do too (for verification purposes). Physically, I'm about 5'1, 100 lbs, dark brunette, green eyes, tattooed and fair skin and high cheekbones.

Me: https://imgur.com/a/LBUIRT6 (before tattoos)