Date someone special from Miraleste, United States. This is the first time I have admitted my true age since I was 40. Since I would like to connect with a man who is close to my age it seems appropriate. Don't get me wrong, I truly enjoy younger men, just somewhere not too close to my children's age. I am a gourmet cook, love entertaining and provide a beautiful home. I enjoy traveling as much as money allows and being by or on the water is especially pleasurable. I tend to be athletic but by no means a “jock”. I work out almost daily and walk regularly. I also enjoy bike riding dancing and would love to be with someone who would get me back into tennis. I own my own business which is creative in nature. My children are grown, very successful and emotionally sound. They are at the top of my list of best friends. I have a granddaughter who lives close to me and makes my heart happy. I have 6 other grandchildren whom I really enjoy being with - it is only distance that makes it not as accesible. Sometimes I am very outgoing and sometimes I am shy and there is a lot of depth to me that you will discover when you get to know me. I have a very fullfilling life, with the exception of having one special man in it. It is my nature to want to share life with a significant other of the male gender. A perfect man to me would be fun, happy, generous, romantic, loving, active, supportive, physically and emotionally sound who likes to dance, new adventures, cooking, enjoys good food, good wine and entertaining. Finds family and friends important. Enjoys outdoor activities as well as indoor. Likes to be with others and "out and about" but also appreciates alone and quiet times. And, most of all, a wonderful sense of humor. He would get all the same in return. I guess this is what we are ALL looking for. In reality, when the chemistry thing hits all the wants and rules go right out the window along with the books (even Dr. Laura's and Dr. Phil's.) P.S. I just had a birthday and shaved a year off my age. Not to be untruthful, but just because I couldn't stand looking at it myself. Happy Birthday to me!!!!