Life is meant to be shared with others... and although I do not feel I am ready for a serious romantic relationship, I am ready to enjoy the company of a quality gentleman from meals together, to common interests, laughter, long talks and walks, and then hopefully a growing friendship and comfortable companionship. I believe in love at first sight, but I believe endurance requires commitment, emotional support, common spirituality, and stability on most fronts. If you do not possess a heart for God, and live like it; or if you drink excessively and are seeking a relationship built around physical aspects then you may want to just keep on looking elsewhere. I am a Christian woman with Christian ms, but I would never claim to be saintly or without my own set of faults. I seek a future companionship with another that shares my faith. I am well-educated and likewise seek an individual that will challenge me to be my best and always grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally. I am not a snob, but I know what my expectations are for my future; I know I am not a spring chick or have a figure that turns heads, but what I do have is a kind heart a youthful atude, and healthy average body and mind. My favorite pastime is photography, but life holds a plethora of other interests and activities. As I look through the lens of my camera, I see beauty and wonder, and try to capture the moment in the click of the shutter. I love roller coasters, drives around the countryside, visits to parks, museums, or zoos, and watching movies that make me laugh, sometimes cry, and leave me feeling happy for the protagonist; some of my favorite movies are musicals, but I like movies that make me think, sit on the edge of my seat, or touch my heart. I also love music in almost every style. During my laid-back, down time of the day I fill the air with Contemporary Christian, Celtic, or instrumental music. My energetic side enjoys swaying and dancing to Pop, Rock, Country, and Jazz of almost every era. I love singing along even if I only know some of the words or can't carry a tune. I just like the way music makes me feel. My goal in life is to be a loving Christian, positive role model, and productive citizen. I enjoy the company of others and like being part of a team. I am not much into domesticity (don't expect Betty Crocker or Heloise, I am not either), but I don't mind spending time at home as long as it doesn't always involve cooking, cleaning, or watching the television(I don't have favorite TV shows, since I generally watch only movies or doentaries). My relationship with God is my most important relationship, and I seek His purpose for my life. My family is my backbone, they are paramount to my being. My daughter is grown, and living her own life, but still needs her mother; and likewise, I still need her and plan to be there for all of the ups and downs. My parents are still very close to me, and I enjoy their presence in my life, but I still feel a void in companionship of shared meals, movies, and other interests. My future is my destiny; my goal is to live as I ought to live, daily, joyfully, productively, and successfully. If you have these same goals and desire getting to know a lady that loves life and enjoys spending quality time with others, drop me a line or two. I enjoy reading and responding to messages.