Date women from United States / Alaska, 50 year old

Date a woman from Alaska, United States. Adventurous, jovial, culturally and otherwise sensitive, spontaneous, appreciative, congenial, reflective - a few words to begin to describe myself. In my free time I like to play outside, hike, ski, ride horses any time, listen to live music, see a performance, read a great book, see the world. I love traveling to new places, trying new foods, experiencing other cultures. I have traveled extensively outside the US, served two years in the Peace Corps in Papua New Guinea, and dream about the next place IРІР‚в„ўd like to visit. As a former marine biologist, itРІР‚в„ўs time I renew my diving certification for I hear far flung island reefs calling. Then again, I havenРІР‚в„ўt seen enough of what Alaska has to offer or done all that I want to do. I also love to just hang out, garden, and anything that gets me near the water. I have loved raising two daughters who remain an essential part of my life. They continue to teach me things.
IРІР‚в„ўm not interested in players. I enjoy the company of those who can be spontaneous! Enjoy sharing their experiences! Have a sense of adventure, fun and purpose in life! Appreciate what they already have. He who is warmhearted, affectionate, thoughtful and generous is next to perfect.

Meet someone special from Alaska, United States. If you take the chance to get to know me without preconceived notions about who I am, or Hollywood's depiction of who I should be, you will soon recognize that....
...as a spontaneous, hard working and passionate individual
...I love to travel and enjoy spending time with family (anyone I embrace in my life is family)
...I am a Christian with strong faith in God
...I am a fun-loving, educated, hard-working mother of one and a sibling of many
...I am a champion for the underdog, with strong feelings regarding the education of poor, displaced women (especially women of color).
...I don't play games and don't like to be toyed with
...I love passionately
...I won't worship you, but I will always be there for you
...I work hard as I believe that this builds character and respect for the rewards of labor
...I am only selfish when there is a need to adjust something about *me* for the betterment of *us*
I am looking for:
...first and foremost, a God-fearing friend with whom I can talk freely without the fear of judgment
...a potential partner who will be interested in a long-term relationship
...someone who will be passionate, spontaneous and romantic
...an awesome man, who can see his imperfections as they are
...an honest and trustworthy confidant
...someone who values communication and who will not carry anger into the night
Lively discussions are important and necessary to understand that disrespect has no part in a loving relationship.
and so....
...You are not possessive, dominating or insanely jealous
...You are caring, healthy and helpful
...You are a true romantic who loves to travel
...You have strong moral values and believe in monogamy
...You are passionate about keeping your relationship free of 'drama'
I'd just like to add...
If you are not serious, please DO NOT contact me as this will only waste my time and yours! Anything else you really wish to know about me, you will just have to ask!

Date a soulmate from Alaska, United States. If you feel that the "right" relationship is much more important than just having a relationship,..then please skip the next paragraph.
For those of you who are on a constant search even if you're already with a great woman,(you'll know I'm referring to you if your profile reads something like,.."looking for a super-model, preferably half my age or less, who wants to love me unconditionally and will ask nothing in return")...I sincerely wish to thank you for posting such entertaining profiles and I wish you the very best of luck with your search and subsequent divorce preceedings. ; )
Now,...for the rest of you, here's a brief descriptive; I'm a retired photo-journalist living aboard a 48 foot yachthome in southeast Alaska. Clearly that proves either I have a wicked sense of humor and a confident, playful, adventurous nature or I'm eccentric working on crazy. So are you up to the challenge of finding out which it is?
If you're still reading,...how about this? I'm looking for someone emotionally stable and available, loyal, monogamous, health concious, loving, kind, generous, affectionate, compassionate, funny, intelligent, accomplished, financially stable, easy on the eyes and does windows. I know,..good thing I'm not picky!
What I bring, with your help, is a love able to create an extraordinary, fullfilling partnership where we will experience profound mutuality of giving and receiving. This relationship will be a place where we can express the fullness of who we are without holding anything back. We can create a life that supports each other to give the world our gifts in the biggest way imaginable. Our love will be a model of possibility and will impart a sense of hope to others. We will vibrate a ripple effect of love that contributes to the world and it's inter-connectedness. With God, we co-create an exquisite love and life where heaven and earth will move on our behalf.
BTW,...If you don't post pictures, I probably won't repond! Chemistry is a must,..sorry. Blessings to you all and hope you find deep and lasting love! Thanks for reading my profile,..All the best!

Meet a woman from United States. I am an independent, confident and happy African American woman who is finally at peace with herself. I am very kind, yet very direct person. I value honesty, integrity and morals, but you do not have to be morally perfect. I am looking for someone who I am immediately intellectually and physically attracted to. I need to love looking at you. The good news is I have been attracted to many different looking types of African American men. I also want someone who I share common values, interests and life goals with. Someone who is independent and confident with a positive outlook on life who loves to laugh, but is also capable of having serious heart to heart conversations. It is very important that I be spiritually (not necessarily in a religious way), emotionally and physically connected to my man. I have never used or experimented with drugs (not even pot), I do not smoke nor do I drink. However, I do not mind if someone is a social drinker. I will not consider a current or recovering alcoholic or drug addict. I wish you luck, but with someone else. I have never been in jail or in prison. For me, married men are absolutely OFF limits. And while I celebrate you as members of the human race, gay/bisexual men need not apply. I am looking for my soul mate.
I love having meaningful conversations on a myriad of topics. And we do not always have to agree, but disagreements should be in a gentle/respectful tone, constructive not destructive. The last book I read was The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris. I am currently reading Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin. I played the violin for almost 10 years. Vivaldi Four Seasons--love it! My favorite music genre is definitely classic RB--Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, BeBe Winans (Oops, BeBe is gospel.), Dennis Edwards, Bobby Womack, etc., and Smoothe Jazz. I love to hear the richness of a mature man's voice. I do like Rap, Hip Hop and Pop. I like the new stuff too--as long as it is not vulgar. I like Usher and Musiq Soulchild, etc. I like gospel. When I was younger, I down hill skied, roller skated, ice skated, biked, hiked, hit tennis balls against the school wall (special backboard installed) and jogged. Not a bowler, not a golfer, but I would support my man if he did. I like a good NBA or NFL game. I play chess. I enjoy reading daily newspapers. In general, I love to read, travel, to have political/social/history based conversations and to remain physically active.
I am okay looking (Dark complexion ...I do like to wear makeup. But I can and do go barefaced. Sheila Sela Gardner facebk photo taken 6/16/2012 and others, 7/3/12. flowplow. I will be taking more pictures.). I try to keep a neat appearance. And I am absolutely beautiful on the INSIDE. The perfume I wear every day is "Happy" by Clinique. I feel naked without it. I generally exercise between three and four days a week. When I was 41 years old, strangers thought I was 28 (due to my exercising and being a non smoker, non drinker and living a drug free lifestyle). Now if I told someone I was 42, they probably would not question it even though I am 50 years old. Really. I love it!
I love to cuddle and snuggle. I love holding hands. I love hugging. I LOVE soft, deep, long kissing (excellent oral hygiene an absolute must). I love romance. I love knowing someone is into me. A man once said to me "I love the way you make me feel." I love hard. You will FEEL it. I do have a four year degree (with some graduate work completed) and would prefer someone with a similar background. Everyone in my family has at least a four year degree--actually, three have graduate degrees (six in my family). I have held a variety of professional positions.
I am ready for a "serious" friend with potential for a "serious" relationship. If we click, we click. Love should be easy not hard. Love is not a decision, it just is. I love my life, I love myself and now I am ready to love and to be madly, profoundly and passionately in love with you.

Date someone special from United States. Here are a few things about me: I enjoy getting out exploring Anchorage and it's surrounding areas, but also enjoys dressing up for dinners and city fun. My friends say I am happy, fun, and posititive. My 12yo son(shine) lives with me and my older three are on their own. My dad was my hero. He taught me to think positive and I try my best to live this every day.I am hoping to meet a man who is positive, spontaneous, down to earth and ready to explore the world on so many levels. Eventually I hope we would 'enhance and enliven' each other's lives ~ bringing out the best in each of us. Of course we would respect the need to be on our own w/ friends, alone,etc. at times.
I would like to meet someone to share life's adventures with ~ no matter how big, small, quiet, simple, or exotic they are... I am not into head games and if you are into casual one night stands please do not write as that is not what I am looking for. I honestly believe there needs to be a good friendship for a strong healthy relationship to develop... ^_^ just say hi ~ it's a start!

Meet a soulmate from United States. I am an independent woman with a lot of life experience and am interest in sharing it with someone special. I have a good sense of humor and am not hard on the eyes (people tell me I look much younger than my age). I am healthy and do what I can to stay fit. I work in a management position and am also involved in a number of business ventures. I love to do research, I enjoy investing, and I am very entrepreneurial. My perfect guy is smart, honest, sincere, loves to laugh, is financially stable, and enjoys reading and music. He will help me in the garden because it's fun and help me in the kitchen because he loves to eat. :-) If he's got kids, he's got a great relationship with them and is actively involved in their welfare. My guy is not afraid of intimacy and he likes to touch. He has his own interests, but doesn't get so lost in them he forgets to nurture his relationship. I treat my man well and can be a working girl or homebody; I am comfortable in both roles. I am in transition now, so just starting to look. Are you my guy?

. Greetings!
I'm an old-fashioned Alaskan woman that loves life! I have a wonderful job as well as my own business as an independent contractor for pet services. I have recently purchased my own home and am loving making it my own!
I'm happy natured, pretty well adjusted (who can be completely well adjusted when you have kids, lol), have a good, slightly off center sense of humor and MUCH prefer to laugh than cry (unless it's a Hallmark commercial)!
I'm usually a jeans and T-shirt kind of girl and have no problem getting my hands dirty but I can clean up nice if required. I enjoy the usual things like movies, dinner out (and in), dancing. sports and sporting events (Aces). I also like to fish and have been known to be pretty good at it (that's why my brothers quit taking me along). I enjoy camping (although I do prefer an RV to a tent) and am pretty good at cooking over an open fire. I love being in the Alaskan outdoors whatever the reason. Like to travel and see new places. Still trying to make to Hawaii :P
I enjoy many indoor activities as well such as reading, cooking, crafts and projects. TV is usually only on for background noise unless there is a good movie on. I tend to rearrange the furniture every three months to give my feng shui a kick. And I love to experiment with color. Especially on the walls :) Redecorating is a passion as well thus the crafts.
Anyway, thanks for viewing my profile. If you like what you read send me a wink or an email. If not then I wish you much luck in your search.

. Seeking someone to first become a good friend and then we will go from there. That should be the first building block to a good - long lasting relationship. I was very shy while growing up and scared to death of the boys!! Been out of the dating scene for a few years and things are quite a bit different these days! All of this is kind of scary and makes me uncomfortable about putting myself out here for thousands to see since I am not a beauty queen - perfect - or very photogenic. I feel like a fish in a fishbowl. Guess it is only fair since I am viewing all your profiles too!! I have overcome some of the shyness over the years and now try to be humorous! Laughter is the best medicine. I love someone who can be funny - take things in stride and make life a little more bearable. Life is too short to be living unhappy and stressing about the small stuff.
I am independent and can take care of myself but it is still nice to be pampered and treated like I am important or special. I am kind, caring, honest, and considerate. I am religious and attend church regularly - but I do not force my views upon others. I am not into big fancy homes, fine china, expensive jewelry, glamour or glitz. Won't catch me in a little black dress or high heels!! What you see is what you get - plain and simple. I tend to lean more to the old fashioned views. Being modest with NO tatoos!! Like the saying goes - why would you put a bumper sticker on a cadillac, mecedes, or a model T!! I consider myself a classic in the fact that you won't find another like me!! I mean that in a funny way since I am not perfect - besides it is a lot of work to keep hiding all ones flaws. We are older and have a lot of baggage at this stage in our lives - we all have made mistakes. I am not a judgemental person. If you want to talk about your past that is fine - if you want to leave it in the past - that is fine by me too. I treat others like I would like to be treated. When you give your word you keep it. Being faithful and respectful to your partner.
I enjoy the simple things in life - seeing the facinating things in nature that God created - mountains - streams - willdlife - rainbows, sunrise - sunset. I have lived in Alaska for 27 years and still get excited when I see a moose - bear - or fox. Being a true Alaskan - I do eat the game and seafood. Enjoy going for walks or bike rides. Not as athletic as I should be. I do own a treadmill but lately it has become a good coat rack since I do lead a pretty busy life!
People are important to me - once a close friend - always a friend. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family - visiting - watching a movie - playing card or board games - going camping or taking a road trip. I like to cook for someone who enjoys a good meal. I feel that a home should be comfortable, relaxing, and lived in. Yes - you can put your feet on the coffee table (I do) and eat in the living room while watching your sports events on TV. I am not into sports myself - so I would not keep you from enjoying them if you like. I can always find other things to do. It is important for each to have their own space from time to time.
I like a man that is spontaneous and funny - sensitive with an easy going personality and old fashioned values. Someone who is flexible and likes to try new things. Is comfortable watching the tear jerker chick flicks with me and not ashamed to shed a tear or two. A person with good work ethics and a good provider. One who takes pride in themselves without being boastful. Strong but lets me be me and is not too bossy or critical. A relationship is a 50/50 commitment - both have to work at it and do their part. If you are searching for a rich "sugar momma" you might as well move on because I am NOT IT!! I am not your momma - but here to be your friend and companion.

. I am nice looking, quiet, good beautiful smile, loves to cuddle, take walks holding hands, loves to taste different kinds of food, listen to soft rock, classical rock and native gospel music. I am grateful for having such and wonderful mother, she is our pride and joy who gives her children the love we need and I am hoping to meet a very nice man, who is honest, a real man, who like to laugh, take walks, has a car, travels, and enjoy life with me and everyone.

. If my dogs could talk, they would tell you that I am the most wonderful person on the planet! However, my friends would tell you that I am honest, loyal, sincere, generous, a prankster and love to laugh. I love to spend time with family and friends. My biggest accomplishment in life is my son. We are very close and I am trying to ignore the "empty nest syndrome" that is knocking at my door (he is 19)...
I prefer a man who has a little bit of a romantic streak... a text just to say good morning, leaving notes for each other to find, a flower for no reason.... you know...mushy chick stuff! In turn, I enjoy spoiling my man as well. Like most ladies, I enjoy getting dressed up and going out. However, I can have just as much fun (sometimes more) putting on camo or Carhartt's, and heading out into the woods for the day, or for an extended camping trip. I love to fish, but not too big on hunting (it's that girl thing again). I also love being a home-body, staying in, watching a movie, having a good conversation and sharing a healthy, home-cooked meal,
I'm looking for an intelligent man, with a great sense of humor, who isn't afraid to explore new places and learn new things, just as I would love to learn from him. Sharing similar interests is good, but learning from each other makes for a deeper connection. Trust and loyalty are very big on my list of priorities. I am allergic to drama, so avoid it as much as possible. Life is too short to be taken up with drama and things that stress you out. At this point in my life, I am all about living, laughing and loving, as corney as that may sound! :) I don't need a man to complete me. I'm independent and self-sufficient, but am missing the romantic side of life.,
My pets are a big part of my life, so you must be an animal lover, too. While I haven't shown my dogs in a couple of years, it is something I want to get back into. I also love horses and would love to go on a romantic trail ride with that special someone. I am always suspicious of people who don't like animals...what's up with that? :)
I have a bucket list I'm working on, which includes items like starting my own business, obtaining my dog's championship, skydiving, taking a cruise, traveling to Europe, and publishing a book, to name a few. I'd love to find someone to help me check off these items, as well as helping him complete his bucket list. Who knows...maybe we'll both add more things to our lists!
If anything I've said sparks your interest, please drop me an email. If not, I hope you find who you are looking for! Best wishes and good luck in love!

. You will see my smile more often than my frown and even though I don't feel chemistry with many of the men I meet (small town, enough said?), when I do I'm in it to win it! I'm pretty competitive, whether it is a stimulating game of Scrabble or one-on-one basketball. I like to see the humor in everyday things and tend to have a dry sense of humor (and can be sarcastic when applicable). My dream man is more rugged (Sam Elliott) than a pretty boy (Brad Pitt) and strong work ethics are essential, as is strong morals. It might take awhile to win my heart, but I'm a one man woman when dating exclusively. I'm very independent and like my time together with someone just as much as my time apart. No drama, neediness, or space-sucking please! I'm looking for a partner, not a father figure or someone who doesn't pull his weight, and relocation is definitely an option if the right man comes along!

. Very down to Earth! Loves to fish and be out doors. Be with my family and have dinners! Like wine tasting! Verty camping! Hard working and loves my Dog! Life is what you make it! So now it is time to start!