Well I guess I have come back enough times that I really should write something about me. :) I am currently trying to finish my bachelor in psychology (1 more year to go). I moved from Naperville to Gurnee 2 months ago after teaching at Head Start. My parents live in Lindenhurst, which is where I grew up. I have a education degree and taught for 5 years. As you can tell I love working with children. I have a (almost) 12 year old daughter who IS my life. I am looking for someone who is looking for a serious relationship (even as friends). My time is pretty limited as my daughter is with me always as her father "disappered" 11 years ago and I don't have time to waste with people who not interested in building a relationship with someone (even as friends). I am done with the bar scene and causal flings. All this may sound harsh, but I don't want anyone to waste their time :) Now with all that said, I am a pretty happy positive person always looking to find the good in people. I like to be around people who care about themselves and others. I tend to find the humor in life to stay sane. Big Turnoffs: 1. living at home with parents 2. no college degree (b/c I like to converse with people with the same level of education as me) 3. age less than 28 & more than 42 (because what would a young man want to talk to a 32 year old and same with an older gentleman, after all my parents are around 52) 4. Hunters/Fishers, etc as I am a vegan 5. no picture in profile If you have any questions, ask away, even if I offended you, although I don't like to debate/argue or be mean.