I guess you want to know what makes me different and why you should choose me over the other women on this site. Well. For starters I have been in 2 pretty successful relationships; the 1st for 7 yrs and the 2nd for 18 yrs. So I do know a little about how it works. I learned a lot from both and have no regrets. I've changed careers and been through losing both of my parents in the last 10 years so you can say I'm pretty resilient too. I have 2 best friends, one since we were 9 and the other for about 13 years now. So I also know how to be loyal. I have great family as well. I always get back on the horse when I fall off. I'm a happy girl and definitely enjoy laughter. Life is too short to not find something amusing every day. I am strong as well as tender. I'm a girly girl and feminine, and also grew up riding dirt bikes so I can get my hands dirty and not freak out. Being optimistic is a choice that I make daily. Mediocrity is not an option. What I'm looking for: I like strength, confidence, intelligence, good conversation, and a man that can make me laugh and laugh at himself. I'm affectionate and need a man who is the same. I get along better with a man that is social and friendly. We don't need to be the life of the party but it's nice if you can get along well with others. Exploring new places is an adventure and I would like to share it with someone special. I'm not an extreme sport kinda gal, participating that is. Watching is different and I can do that. Teamwork is important and I'm looking for a man who will have my back like I'll have his! I am a Dallas Cowboys fan. I know you will eventually get on board big smile. I believe in being healthy but don't always do the right thing. I can be active or not. I know active is better. I eat steak and like sushi too. I like meat on my bones and just want to be healthier.