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LINDA
... the FACTS
Born: Chicago, IL
Resides: Sarasota/Bradenton, FL
Birthdate: 6-4-62
Sign: Gemini
Height: 5'6"
Hair: Brunette
Eyes: Brown
Nationality: French/German/Italian
Status: Divorced, no children
Want Children: No
Nonsmoker
Education: Technical/AA degree - Communications Security U.S. Navy/ex-travel agent.
Occupation: Pari-Mutuel Industry
... on HERSELF
Strengths: "Honesty, integrity, loving, caring, nurturing, witty, playful, attractive, intelligent, communicative,
well groomed, sensitive, considerate, loyal."
Weakness: "Sensitive, stubborn at times."
Interests: "Writing, learning, nature, beauty, quality people, golf (beginner), boating, fishing, horses, politics, laughing, loving ... early morning beach walks, reading the newspaper, breakfast, riding bicycles, touring model homes, theater, ballet, opera, quality events/functions, fine dining, dancing, mutual admiration. Some of my favorite places/things: Bok Tower Gardens, somewhere close to a beach or marina, amusement parks, zoos, seminars, tall buildings, performances at our local theaters, cruises, day trips, Boca Grande ..."
Turn ons: "Positive, happy, quality people and places."
Turn offs: "Negative, loud, smokers, drinkers."
Special Talents: "Writing, ability to love and be loved while sometimes marveling in a childlike wonder of it all ..."
Travels: "IL, CA, FL, TX, PA, NJ, Alaska, Canada, France, Monaco, Bahrain, Puerto Rico. Desired travel destinations: Hawaii (Maui and Kauai), several U.S. states, Canada, Bermuda, Greek Isles, Dubai, several European countries ..."
Spirituality: "I can appreciate many different religions. With all the options I prefer to live a good, clean, guilt-free life."
Fashion sense: "I prefer solids as opposed to prints. Blacks, beiges, earth tones versus bright colors."
Staying healthy: "Mentally: self-improvement, books, friends. Physically: walking, weights, exercise."
What touches my soul: "Those times when I am fully in the present, creating memories and learning. The sight of an elderly couple, hand in hand. A baby's smile. A lover's smile. Connecting with a stranger. Helping a friend. Receiving care and attention from a friend. Thinking at the beginning of a relationship that this could be the person who deserves me and vice-versa. A day out on a boat with little traffic and great appreciation for the beauty. A day out on a beautiful golf course with a person(s) I care about. Watching a thoroughbred's early morning workout along the backside. A team, person, or horse winning a sporting event. Good conversation with special people. Sightseeing/travel to majestic places. A blending of different peoples. My cat's affection."
... on MEN
Attention-getters: "Be well dressed and groomed, whether in shorts or a suit. Be kind, be a gentleman."
Ideal man: "I don't believe there is one ideal."
I can't resist a man who ... "I appreciate a good smelling heavy cologne/after shave on a man."
Most important quality in a man: "honesty, integrity, kindness, beauty
..."
Ideal date: "One with instant chemistry, lots of smiles ... from previous conversation, we've selected an activity that we'll both enjoy as a first date. (i.e. golf, a museum, performance ...)"
I would never date a man who ... "smoked, drank more than occasionally, socially or rarely, wore baseball hats in public other than while at a baseball game, fishing, playing golf, doing yard work ... I do prefer gentlemen who wear polo shirts or long sleeved shirts with shorts or slacks."
How I show I care: "Listening to him."
What makes a man unforgettable: "The special gifts he shares that will always remain. By that I don't mean presents, I mean the special things he has taught or helped me with to grow as a person. In my life, I can say I will always cherish the memories of those who have taught me to fish, golf (ok, so I'm still lousy), appreciate horses, and shared their unique beings or passions with me. In the physical sense, it is a rare delight to frolic and laugh while loving."
I wish men understood ... "speaking for myself, I can only say, `Please honor and respect my requests, desires and needs where at all possible, as I will yours.' Honest, open communication and negotiation are so often seen as just work, rather than important steps along the path to building a strong foundation for a wonderful relationship."
One thing a man has never done for me yet: "Deserved me ... and I say this in a genuine spirit with knowledge that I'm not perfect but I am always working on self-improvement."
... on RELATIONSHIPS
Top relationship keys: "A successful relationship is one in which both partners retain the desire to please one another throughout the relationship. A male friend once recommended the book, His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F. Harley Jr. I like to think that someday I'll meet a man who, along with me, is willing and able to put into practice Dr. Harley's basic concepts."
A man in a relationship with me can expect: "Honesty, love, respect, admiration, care, emotional support, understanding, fun, to remember where the car is parked (smile), to be as sweet a pain in the a-- to me as I am to him ..."
I expect: "Same as above ... I seek a man who has time to share HIMSELF. A companion, a buddy/best pal, lover. I must be able to adore him."
When I'm in love, I ... "beam ... and isn't that what life's all about? Everything is brighter. There is nothing more wonderful than loving and being loved by a wonderful man."
What makes me feel close to a man: "His presence. A strong physical attraction or emotional bond, common interests, the right touch ..."
What makes a man marriage material: "A wonderful, rare, close physical and emotional/intellectual attraction, shared interests, activities and values, demonstrated, consistent care, concern, respect, love, nurturing and commitment to each other and the relationship, along with the desire to be husband and wife."
... on SEX
I feel my sexiest when ... "my mate looks sexy, I'm wearing beautiful underwear, I'm in the water, just after a shower ..."
Sexiest thing a man can wear in private: "The wedding band I bought him (you have to think about this one ... and even though he wears it in public, I can't think of anything sexier than the man I love wanting to be mine (and vice-versa) enough to marry
me). I would hope that a man could appreciate this in the spirit it is intended. I am of the belief that when a man truly loves a woman he marries her, plain and simple."
Surefire way for a man to seduce me: "What, and spoil the fun?"
... on LIFE
Making my mark: "Appreciate those who come into my life, helping others, writing, volunteering, loving."
Responsibility to society: "U.S. Navy veteran, civic-minded, volunteering, local and political activism, acts of kindness ..."
Valuable life lesson: "Be thankful for what and who you have in your life."
I must ... "learn & appreciate, love, give back. (Does catching a Blue Marlin fit in here?)."
... on HER FAVORITE THINGS
Movie: "Sound of Music, Antwone Fisher, Bronx Tale, Grand Canyon, Shawshank, ET."
TV Show: "Hardball, MSNBC news."
Book: "I like newspapers."
Music: "Taste in music: generally easy listening with a mellow voice, a big band sound, could be a bit of country and western with dancing, a few ballroom dancing lessons too, Motown/Soul/R&B ... Instruments: piano, violin, harp, sax ...
sometimes just silence and appreciation, sitting on chairs at a beach before sunset ..."
Food: "Cherry, peach or coconut cream pie."
Season: "Probably fall."
... final THOUGHTS
Pets: "A very cool dog-cat named Salem."
Always in my refrigerator: "Gatorade, water, several juices, cheese, English muffins ..."
Hottest Possession: "Salem the cat."
I'd change places for 24 hours with ... "I really don't care to change places with anyone for 24 hours as I don't see that it's enough time to learn anything profound (save insider trading or stock tips) which could influence my day to day living."
I'd most like to hang out with ... "Warren Buffet for financial knowledge, Tiger Woods for golf knowledge."
Celeb I'd love to go on a date with: "I'd have to say Robert Redford (ageless smile and private life), and Kurt Russell (ageless smile again) as for the living. The late; Robert Urich, Michael Landon and Bill Bixby (all for their character traits both on and off screen, as well as being wonderfully handsome)."
Me, a deserted island, and ... "a good, quick boat to get me back to civilization."
Why I'm a great catch: "Unique ability to love and be loved. I appreciate the important things in life and generally men are comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings with me. I enjoy playing golf, fishing, ballet, opera, ...
glamorous as well as a best buddy ... I know which shiners make better bait ... the golden ones with the big eyes ... (smile)."
Last words: "44, attractive, intelligent, communicative, playful, well-groomed lady. 130#, nonsmoker with no children.
I enjoy early morning beach walks, reading the newspaper, breakfast, riding bicycles, golf (beginner), boating, fishing, museums, auto shows, theater, ballet, opera, quality events and functions, fine dining, dancing, mutual admiration.
Some of my favorite places/things: Bok Tower Gardens, somewhere close to a beach or marina, amusement parks, zoos, seminars, tall buildings, playing golf (or trying to), dining out, performances at our local theaters, cruises, day trips, Boca Grande ... "
I am loving, caring, nurturing and extremely loyal when in a relationship. I seek a rare closeness combining quality time, mutual admiration, good conversation, shared interests and activities, a quest for learning, being good, smiling, peace and serenity.
He would be: Very handsome, tall (5'11" - 6'4"), broad-shouldered, 185-235#, intelligent, communicative, well-groomed, playful, refined and a gentleman. Preferably
54-66 years of age, with either grown or no children. A heart and mind of gold, civic-minded, playful, caring and loving. I would hope this man would also share some of my interests along with teaching me what his are. My desire is for that very special man and I to start sharing the rest of our lives together, equally deserving one another. Compatibility in the vital areas is essential along with honest, open communication, negotiation and, most importantly, action which backs up that which we desire. A man who has the ability to live in the present while never losing sight of future goals (for both life's work and fun) who takes great pleasure in creating special moments and memories together. A man who chooses to share HIMSELF ... strong, sensitive, responsible, has integrity, is respectable, respectful, refined and playful, well-groomed, and most of all - who wishes to be understood, appreciated, loved and adored and can reciprocate, once he finds that special lady. He must also have a desire to hear the words, `I Love You' every day and know that the lips that speak them are genuine and backed up in so many ways by the lady he has chosen to love. Please let me know how I may reach you."
Me in a word: "Special."
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