Date women from United States / Alabama / Valley, 41 year old

Date someone special from Valley, United States. genuine...and honest! i honestly dont mind talking about what i want or what i'm about .... but i dont wont to write a long description at this time b4 i even know if this is for me... or something i want to do. SO i will come back to this later :))

Meet a soulmate from Valley, United States. a few words to describe me:
Adventurous. Buxom. Confident. Daring. Enigmatic. Friendly. Generous. Helpful. Intuitive. Jovial. Kind. Likable. Mature. Naughty. Optimistic. Philosophical. Quirky. Risque. Sensuous. Temperamental. Unique. Veracious. Wonderous. Xerophilous. Youthful. Zaftig.
My Mom always said that life began at 40. I am a believer. The kids are older and more self-sufficient. The desire to live and really experience life is born anew. When we are younger, we tend to take things for granted. Forty brings a new appreciation for life, the need to get out of the box and seek new adventures. Travel is a must. There is nothing like seeing new places, things, and meeting the locals. When I return from a trip, no matter how near or far, there's nothing quite like seeing my hometown with new eyes- eyes which have seen variety, bigger or even smaller places, and had a glimpse of life outside the box.
I enjoy reading, fishing, cooking out, spending time with friends and family, laughing, going out for a few drinks or sitting outside with a nice fire, wine tastings, and movies. I have varied tastes in music, but you can't go wrong with classics or anything upbeat.
Lets face it, genuine connections are sometimes hard to come by. I Love to talk, laugh, have fun, can be serious or silly, easy going and complicated, complex yet simple. After a lifetime of defining myself through others (yes, important others- my parents, siblings, my kids, and yes, the now ex-husband), I am rediscovering myself and enjoying the journey. I am a real person who can joke around with the best if them, but enjoys deep conversations as well. Life is an education, and we all have different perspectives and experiences that can complement and benefit each other.
In a potential connection/mate/friend the following qualities are priceless:
Not afraid to be or express themselves, and not insecure.
Values a woman independent and unafraid to do the same.
Is open, honest, and eager to share themselves.
Knows that relationships are more than sex.
Values the power of touch and intimacy, emotionally and physically.
Loves to laugh and have fun. Mature yet silly.
Understands sarcasm, and is not easily offended.
Witty, intelligent, compassionate, understanding, easy going.
Isn't afraid of eye contact.
Sociable and friendly.
values education and knowledge, but isn't arrogant.
Knows that they aren't "there yet".
Values friendship, companionship, and family.
Knows the difference between good drama and bad drama.
Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. Good luck and happy match making! :-)