Date a soulmate from Alabama, United States. I am a woman who loves to laugh and share good times. I'm kind, known for my smile and I look on the brighter side of life. I am very secure in who I am and what I want. Love me like a Queen and I'll love you like a KING! I want a man who communicates and can express his emotions easily. I believe communication is the key to any successful, lasting relationship along with never forgetting and showing each other how much you love one another. I am a very special woman who wants a very special man. I am financially stable but I want more. I am working hard to be wealthy because I want to help more people. Isn't that truly what wealth is for? I LOVE God and serving him. I am a loving, caring, loyal and devoted woman.
Meet a woman from Alabama, United States. I'm just me....valessamackatyahoodotcom"..I love life and I'm happy that God has control of it and me....I don't believe in stating info about ideal matches, because my expectations are very very important to me, so therefore that person need to meet their own expectations before trying to meet mine....What I'm basically saying is we need to take time and get to know one another..."
Date someone special from Alabama, United States. My friends and family would describe me as warm, sensitive, smart, fun and compassionate. I have a great family that instilled in me strong values. I care about others and about making a positive difference. While I have a serious side, I love to laugh, be silly and have fun! Although I am ambitious professionally, I believe that it's important to have balance in your life. I am very open-minded in my thinking and am always seeking to improve myself. I am looking for someone who is honest, caring and is able to communicate openly. I am looking for someone who loves children, has strong values and is kind to others. I am looking for someone who likes to try new things, who enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and most importantly, laughing. We can grill out and watch a movie or pack a picnic and head to the park. Some of my favorite local spots - Pepper Place Farmer's Market, Red Mountain Theatre Company, my family's lakehouse, Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center, Do Di Yos, Urban Cookhouse, Continental Bakery.
Meet a soulmate from United States. As of 6.4.2012 I'm no longer a member. I just did a year here and never actually "met" a single person, lol. I'm far too "traditional," I guess. I really put myself through it by joining something like this; it ca used me to lose faith in people BIG TIME. And YES, I asked for it. I DID...But while I didn't "get lucky" (so-to-speak) using THIS method to find love, I will, most definitely, be left to wonder, what the HEY Y'ALL has happened to the "old way" of treating one another, in the midst of a relationship, whether we met accidentally, (in person) or online? (I won't lose sleep over that thought, however.) Nevertheless, NONE of us deserve to be "picked-over" like a piece of drug store, candy, and THEN, only to be looked-over, (and OVER again) because another piece caught your eye and only looks to be more tasty in its packaging. Feel free to "Friend-Me-Up," as Ritzie Ann (w/a space in between) at that popular, social site, if you'd like! So long....."Heros."
HI ALL, I'm Ritzie, and I'm a little bit of THIS, and a little bit of THAT, who grew up playin' in the woods from the time I rose in the mornings 'till it was too dark to see my way BACK, in the eve's. Nowadays, I'm STRICTLY, a "STAY-AT-HOME,"/Homemaker-type woman. I am SO NOT a power woman. In fact, it is THEY who've caused belief that us domestic types don't exist. "They" can open their own doors, buy their own dinners, and while at it, send themselves flowers, lol, NOT ME. Div. 15 years, so I know better than to put myself into a relationship that yields the same mistakes.
--I chose not to date for the last 6 years; staying focused on my future (and getting through my Son's passing) so there just wasn't a place for someone during that time. (How I WISH there had been.) I was the only parent of my only child, "Johnny," and turned-out the most EXTRAORDINARY, young man this life could expect from single-momming, (FAR too much of a human being to tell you about, so I won't attempt it.) Johnny was almost 22 and a junior at Bama. During the same years, I also suffered the losses of my "Big Brother" (VERY best friend) then my Daddy's passing. They were the three, most precious "men" in my life (they were my breath.) So I took time out to simply try to "get it." Though it's been years since my son was here, it changed my life tremendously.
--Professional Writer/Journalist-Freelance, 20 years (magazines and newspapers) and made CERTAIN I could work at home, in my younger years. I grew up a LADY, but a bit of a Tomboy, too (3 older, brothers/no sisters.) Was also a Ballerina/Gymnast (received two college scholarships) though, nowadays, am definitely retired from so much physical activity and sure am feelin' the PAST in my body lately, lol.) But I can still "dance" you into a sweaty, stooper, lol-- wanna go a round? (wink)
Currently, I'm completing a FUN cookbook, and children's book, of my own; something FAR AWAY from magazines newspapers, and they're BOTH very cute.
FIRST and FOREMOST, I seek a GENTLEMAN and to be treated like a LADY (kinda, "demanding" on THOSE terms...)
--I'm a pretty sassy gal and have made my living off of my own, healthy, mind. I don't mind contributing "myself" to a household, but my father would definitely tell you that YOU are responsible for my welfare. I hope that you can get THAT--I still have two, older brothers who'll make certain of it. I'm the baby and only girl of the family--not spoiled with things, but with affection, I guess.
--I bang a different drum than many, have a free-spirited, nature and am very outgoing with most everyone I meet...
Date a woman from United States. I am thoughtful, sensitive, caring, honest, affectionate, easy going, and very loyal. I am modest and kind of quiet and shy until I get to know you. I can be deep or silly as the mood strkes. I can be simple or complicated. I like to touch and be touched. I am proud of the choices I have made and the life I lead. No drama here. I would like to meet an honest, trustworthy man who has good morals and values. Someone who is emotionally and finacially stable, has a great sense of humor and likes to have fun. I try to stay in shape and would like a partner who is in shape as well. I am not into the bar scene, so I thought I would give this online thing a try and see what happens.
Meet someone special from United States. I am very uncomfortable writing about myself. I am a warm and welcoming person who likes meeting new people. I grew up in a large, close knit family and I hug and touch without realizing I do so. Family is very important to me. I am not the kind of girl you would throw into a particular classification. I love being outdoors and am a tomboy at heart. I love spending the day doing physical activity and getting in bed at night feeling like you have not wasted the day. I love that body ache that sinks you into the mattress. I love the lake and mountains and coastline. I am comfortable sitting in a dive drinking a beer and eating oysters or attending more social setting events. I enjoy seeing new sites. I enjoy connecting with different cultures. I have traveled to multiple countries but have not seen all I want to see. I believe I am a kind and giving person and would like to meet someone who is honest, caring, focused, and fun loving.
Date a soulmate from Birmingham, United States. I will only respond to matches that have a recent picture posted!
My friends would describe me as a fun-loving, caring, compassionate, hardworking woman who believes in family. My trust and faith lay in a strong belief in God. I am ever grateful for all my blessings. I have a broad range of interest which spans from traveling to sitting at home on a Friday night enjoying a movie with the family. I'm looking for a man that can say the same. He has to be God-fearing, goal-oriented.. I'm ready to settle down and would favor a man with the same goal/intentions if the relationship calls for it. Please, not one still trying to play the field or trying to find himself via dating several woman at a time. Enjoying a concert in the park, going to the movie theater, dining out sometimes and enjoying the company of his mate; that's the man I'm looking for! ;-)
Meet a woman from Birmingham, United States. I am 5'5", 145lbs with brown/black hair that is straight and past the shoulders. I work out 4-5 times a week at least 3-4 miles a day and 30 min. of weights. Ran my first 1/2 marathon this past Feb. 2010.
I am pretty with a beautiful smile. (I have pics, ask me for them, I just choose not to post them). I love to laugh and am pretty easy going. I can be in high gear one day and slow motion the next. My favorite season is fall changing to winter. I would like to meet someone loyal to me and makes me feel like I am the prettiest girl in the room. I want to focus on him and see him smile. I want people to know that I am with someone special too. He is honest, confident, and respectful to his family, friends, mine and to each other. I think it is important he have a great sense of humor, compassionate, good listener, works hard, plays hard, and not too critical.
Love the rain, faded levis, boots and a baseball cap, snuggling, road trips with no particular destination. Love to cook! I love very dirty stoli martinis, mexican food, a great steak cooked on the grill, (medium), sushi, a good mystery, sitting on the porch with a good cup of coffee, Auburn football.
I would like to meet someone with similar interests. Thanks!
Date someone special from Birmingham, United States. I am very close to my children and family. I work hard and really love the things that I do. I am very outgiong, easy to talk to, sweet, loving, caring and kind. (Wow, I sound pretty impressive). I am very affectionate, and attentive to my partner. I give 110% to everything I care about, including relationships, family and work. You will find me to very loyal and devoted. I think I'm fun to talk to and to be around. I am always open to going new places and trying new things. Everyone has kinda laughed at me because I have lived in three zip codes within ten miles of each other my entire life. With that being said, I love going anywhere new and everywhere is an adventure and exciting to me. I am small, fit and take care of myself.
As for a partner, I love the strength of a man. Not just the physical strength but the inner strength. I like a man to be a man. To me that is one that is generous , protective, confident, loving, caring, and kind; one that is there when all is perfect but also when all is not. I would love someone that is fun, funny, spontaneous and simply loves life. I like someone that is educated (as least somewhat) and likes what he does. Let's face it WORK is a big part of who we are. I love conversation and I like to learn from my partner and hope that on some level he can learn from me. I don't expect you to be perfect. Life and people are imperfect. My life isn't perfect (as shown by my presence on here) and I'm not perfect. I'm 47 and much to my dismay don't look like I'm 25. I'm pretty much an open book and don't mind questions.
. I am a type A personality. Yes, I love a challange and find great pleasure in achieving a goal. I am a triathlete which is fun but I really enjoy doing the long distance Ironman races which is considered somewhat obsessive. However, I love to do things that are fun and make me laugh. The bottom line... I love to enjoy life and have fun.
I love to throw on a pair of running or biking shorts and train hard. Sometimes I enjoy wearing my old blue jeans and just kicking back and relaxing. Other times I love to put on high heels and a sexy dress for an evening of fine dining with someone I enjoy being with.
I am a mother of an 15 yr. old boy who is my pride and joy. We have fun playing and going on trips together. I think I enjoy it more than him because it gives me the opportunity to be a kid myself.
I love to snuggle on the couch and watch a good movie but sometimes I enjoy just being in the room with the one I love and we don't even have to say a word.
I believe life is not about the number of breaths you take but what takes your breath away. I don't believe happiness can be bought but is achieved through life's experiences. There are no guarantees for tomorrow so we need to live today to it's fullest.
. Fairly conservative but open minded. Always friends first. Don't get tied up with the small stuff. Willing to explore and take chances. Take life one day at a time. Spontaneous but some planning is ok. Values individuality,
. It’s so very difficult to be original & captivating in a couple of paragraphs! Hopefully, this will capture at least a hint of my personality and what I’m looking for without being clich?…
I would describe myself as being confident, intelligent, funny & loyal - not necessarily in that order... I am very family oriented and I do spend a lot of time hanging out with them…LOTS of fun now that they’re grown and “hanging out” usually means grilling out & drinking wine on the back porch. Jeez…I guess that I should also mention the pets. Sigh…I have somehow accumulated 2 dogs & 2 cats that have very unique personalities - all rescues. Sometimes I think that they actually rescued me! They have good manners & I DO love that the fact that they ALWAYS love me & are glad to see me.
My job basically rocks about 90% of the time – I’m in software and am usually either traveling or working from home. It’s a really good mix for me. Sometimes the travel gets a little old, but I’m only out for a few days at a time & it’s pretty cool meeting people and seeing parts of the country that I would not normally visit.
So far – that all just sounds SOOOOO boring! Is it just me or is it harder to meet someone when you get a little older?!! OK - I'm not into the bar scene...been there & done that. Not that I don’t mind going out for a drink or to see a good band. I just don't want my name stenciled on a bar stool somewhere. I love music – blues, old rock, some jazz & bluegrass…
My likes - love traveling & all of the usual yada, yada... walking on the beach, being on the water, fishing, snorkeling, camping, darts, poker, and reading, gardening & cooking.
My life lessons:
• Measure twice, cut once
• Fishing is all about fishing…not catching
• Take one good vacation EVERY year
• Always ante & never cheat
• To love & to be loved is the greatest joy…
• Laugh often, laugh loud, laugh at yourself
• Put your coffee grinds in your flower beds
I'm also planning to dye my hair purple & join the circus soon. LOL - Just checking to see if anyone is paying attention.