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Arlene, 40

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About Me

I'm easygoing and look for the best in people, but I'm nobody's fool. I am writing young adult novels (teens) and my background is in journalism, politics and running youth programs as a social worker. A do-gooder with a practical side, I don't take myself too seriously. I enjoy running on the beach or hiking every day (if possible).Change is my friend, and I love shaking up the routine when it gets stale.-to-5 job to consult and write. Oh yeah, I’m a stickler for grammar and punctuation (unless I really like you?) and am liberal with my use of commas:)I used to plan my vacations so I could see everything but now I like to go with the flow. Last year I visited a writing retreat in a tiny village in the south of France with only 50 people. I can small talk with the best of them, but I'm turned on by deeper conversation. I love eating exotic foods: Indian, Japanese, Thai, French, even vegetarian:), but I'll always have a soft spot for my Mom's Chicken Florentine. I love dessert and will gladly skip dinner for it. Ice cream, cake and brownies are faves.My taste in music runs from classic rock to pop to movie soundtracks to new age. Like goofy movies, guy comedies,dramas and independent films mostly (anything except horror).I consider myself spiritual and gave up Catholicism long ago. (Though does one ever really escape?!)I'd love to hike, run, chow down on good eats, go to a movie, concert, basketball or baseball game with you – or just veg out and eat Ben and Jerry’s. I'm game to try anything once as long it doesn't land me in jail. Although that would be a good thing to write about…! I'd love to meet for coffee/tea and get to know each other a bit. I'm not a big phone or *** -prefer to meet face-to-face for a brief chat. Then a hike or a walk or some other activity. A movie or concert. A few hours at the beach. Farmer's markets. With the right person, anything is fun:)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Looking for

    man

  • Relationship

    Never married

  • Have kids

    No

  • Wants kids

    Someday

  • Ethnicity

    Caucasian

  • Faith

    Spiritual but not religious

  • Body type

    Slim

  • Height

    5'7"

  • Eye color

    Brown

  • Smoke

    No

  • Drink

    Yes, socially

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    Woman. 44 years old. Zodiac sign: Libra.

    Looking for: man. In age: 41-51

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    Woman. 42 years old. Zodiac sign: Libra.

    Looking for: man. In age: 39-49

    Hi! I'm trying this to see what happens. I'm funny, fun to be with, love my family and friends. Loyal to those around me. I love anything that has to do with the outdoors! I enjoy photography, music, cooking, bonfires in the back yard and enjoying a few cold beers with friends ...... or a nice glass of wine with "someone".MUST....love dogs! I'm an animal lover. I'm also very sarcastic, don't get offended easily and I have 9+ Tattoos :) AND I LOVE HOCKEY! GO HABS! And football and NASCAR! I want to find my best friend! Please.....say what u mean and mean what u say. No games!!!! Options are open.....as long as its not illegal :)

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