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Jillie, 55

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About Me

I'm a retired teacher. I had a second grade classroom for most of my career, but I also taught small groups from grades 1-8. Since retiring I have done volunteer work for the Humane Society (in the office) and the American Cancer Society (driving patients). I have also acquired some rental properties. Two of them were older homes which I renovated, doing as much work myself as I was able to. I really enjoy the creative process of envisioning a more practical, beautiful home, and then choosing the improvements, colors, and materials to make that a reality. My favorite renovation is now a vacation rental, and I loved being able to take the further step of decorating the home (on a budget!), refinishing furniture, sewing curtains and pillows, and creating artwork.I adore animals, especially my own dog and two cats, all of them rescues. I love going to movies, concerts, and live theater--all things that inspire us and connect us to the human race. I get a kick out of trying new foods and recipes and exploring new places. I enjoy reading and learning about many things, including nutrition and health. Finding a beautifully written book is a real thrill. I enjoy a wide variety of music, from classical to pop--pretty much anything but heavy metal or rap.--Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Mama Mia, etc. I love hiking, as long as I can take my time. Climbing to the top of Mount Aeneas this summer was such a treat. It offers ***degree views from what feels like the top of the world. I am positive, friendly, quiet, kind, dependable, playful, and down to earth. I love intelligent conversation and the sharing of thoughts and ideas. My viewpoint is usually liberal. I strongly believe in human rights, and in treating all others with respect and dignity regardless of race, religion, sexual preference, or personal choices. I was raised Lutheran, and later attended Methodist and non-denominational churches. Although I no longer attend church, I continually strive to grow in my spiritual life. I have a broader view of God now and the connectedness of all creation. I am influenced by the works of Deepak Chopra, Eckhart Tolle, and Dr. Seuss.I’m looking for a genuine, gentle man with inner strength, who is relaxed and easy going, intelligent, fun to be with, open minded,. and respectful of all others. I want to find someone who laughs easily, but never at the expense of others, who feels childlike enthusiasm over life’s little pleasures, and who accepts me as I am, yet inspires me to be more. A good first date would offer opportunity for conversation.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

  • Looking for

    man

  • Relationship

    Divorced

  • Have kids

    No

  • Wants kids

    No

  • Ethnicity

    Caucasian

  • Faith

    Christian

  • Body type

    Average

  • Height

    5'4"

  • Eye color

    Brown

  • Smoke

    No

  • Drink

    Yes, socially

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  • Roxann

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    Woman. 54 years old. Zodiac sign: Aquarius.

    Looking for: man. In age: 51-61

    An incurable romantic, I believe in happily ever after. I\'m kind and generous. Easy-going, rarely get angry, don\'t hold a grudge. Love to cook. Look for good person to make a caring family with.

  • Ascelina

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    Woman. 54 years old. Zodiac sign: Leo.

    Looking for: man. In age: 51-61

    I'm restoring an old house ***. Wish I'd paid more attention in geometry class, lol. I have a love hate relationship with it. I love it in the summer, and live like a pioneer in the winter. I try to heat with wood, so yes...I can wesplit my own wood. I love living in a neighborhood that creates such deep friendships.I'm as comfortable in the city as I am in the country. It's all about balance in life. I drive a truck, live mostly in jeans, but will dress up for the symphony or special nights at the museum and I know how to use the correct fork or spoon. I live a pretty quiet life. Books, dogs, antiquing, movies, (miss my horses,) walks, boating, long drives, Autumn days, farmers markets....they keep me content. It's kind of important to me that the man in my life enjoys books. We don't have to enjoy the same things. Diversity makes things more interesting. If you don't have any animals in your life, my crew might overwhelm you. I have 4 dogs and a kitten. To me, there is always room for one more lost or unloved animal. I listen to just about every style of music. I have a little bit of everything in my music cloud. I consider myself an independent vs a left or right wing. While I am not religious, I am quite spiritual. Organized religion isn't me. I am drawn to our Native American's spirituality. Everything has a purpose and ought to be respected.My TV choices find me as boring as everyone else, Criminal Minds, Revolution, Scandal, The Walking Dead... I like the same dramas you probably like. I'm not into the half hour comedies. I enjoy dramas or good scary vs comedy or love story movies. Men that interest me are bright, they think out of the box. They are passionate and compassionate. They are accomplished and sometimes quirky. I enjoy conversation and learning something during those conversions. For me it's your heart and passion, it's also your brain and your thoughts. You are a compassionate man and have humility. You are passionate and have an artistic and altruistic interest in your world. I don't care if you jump out of planes as long as you don't care that I won't. You are confident and have a great sense of humor. Humor is important to me. Sometimes it's all that separates us from going nuts. You have multiple interests and are complex. You are a man that would not walk away from someone or thing in need, you'd get involved. You are creative. Either with your hands or thoughts. Best of both worlds would have you creative in both. I'm sure you probably have some issues, we all do. However, if you have so many that I need to hire a teamster to put them in a cargo hold... we may not be a good fit.I have one pet peeve... illiteracy in a profile keeps me from reading to the end. If this is to work I might as well start off with the disclosure of one of my quirks.I'm self employed. I provide a service for ladies, that by any ones definition, would be considered a luxury . Soooo, with our current economic climate some days are diamonds, some days are jet. This is the awkward area. How do you determine a first date until you've had a chance to talk and learn something about the other. Something breezy, a coffee shop where we can talk. A book store. We can talk and browse. A greenhouse, an antique shop. Heck, I can and do have fun in hardware stores. Let's meet at a park with our dogs and while they play in the water or leaves we can chat.

  • Isadora

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    Woman. 54 years old. Zodiac sign: Aquarius.

    Looking for: man. In age: 51-61

    I know I just got here, but I think I'll take a break for a while. Clearly, this isn't what I need at this particular moment. Maybe I'll be back later...I have a lot to say, but just no time to figure out what, and no interest, so this was probably not the place for me. I'll see how I feel in a few months.Good luck everyone! Coffee (read: Slurpees!), public place, quiet enough to visit. Going on a walk in the evening after a meal.

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