I am a no-nonsense, driven and compassionate person. I have been very independent for most of my life and have a strong personality but can be reasoned with once you see it my way...:) Just Kidding. I believe there are always two sides to issues/life, and you should find a healthy compromise without butchering another's feelings. I believe very strongly in communication, mutual respect, loyalty and honesty. I feel that "Mom and Dad" were right when some of them told us to "treat others as you would like to be treated". I love to be surrounded by other GREAT, NO-NONSENSE people and dont think much of those who can't see outside of their own personal realm. A great sense of humor is a MUST and good sarcasm is appreciated considering that I can equally and frequently dish it out. I enjoy going out socially but not going over the top- maybe once or twice a year to keep excitement going.;) I absolutely do not want to be around anyone who has any type of alcohol/drug dependency, life is waaay too short for that crap and I don't think going through it in a self-induced haze is such a great idea. I am not, and never plan to get into the business of trying to "change" people or "fix" them. I appreciate others for who they are and for the reasons why they have become that person. I am sincere and tend to be giving. I love to laugh (who doesn't), be with friends, discuss points of view or just bs. I also love experiencing new places, people, and things.

I am looking for someone who can work with and fullfill my above stated description. I am interested in someone who is grounded with their self, compassionate, honest, funny, and confident. I would like to meet someone who likes the outdoors, traveling, and is family oriented. I also would like someone who still believes in treating a woman like a "lady", and likes to have fun. I have to admit that you need to have a bit of a backbone because I can be quite a handful at times, but I'm not tooo bad;). I know what I want in life, what I will and will not settle for, and am looking for someone with similar direction... If that is you, then I would like to talk to you-