My profile. Comments welcome.

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My profile. Comments welcome.
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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 12:09pm
"I am a hard working mom with a good career and a bright future. My glass is more than half full. I’m down to earth, sensitive, caring and giving. I am looking for someone who has the same values as me, but not always the same opinions. I am petite, nice and have a friendly smile. People say I am cute but you’ll have to judge that for yourself. In addition to reading and exercising, my favorite activities include cuddling and kissing. It would be nice to find someone I could share my life and my heart with, but I plan on enjoying my life and maybe meeting some good friends along the way regardless of what my future holds."

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 12:21pm

Hey there, glad you are getting back on the horse so to speak!

My first impression is that it's way too general...too much of what LG would call "chick chatter". You don't really SAY anything about who you are that distinguishes you from everyone else who wants what you want. I think if you read other women's profiles you'll find they almost all say the same type of thing...make yours stand out more. Specifics, specifics, specifics...what KIND of books? What kind of exercise?

Also, you use the dreaded "people say..."--I would delete that. And unless you are looking for a casual sex fling, take out the kissing and cuddling stuff.

I do like the sense of optimism you convey; that's good.

Sheri

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 12:38pm

In my opinion, I don't think you need to post being a mom in the text part.

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 2:53pm

I will start working on a new version :) I made a list of some more specifics, and I'll work some or all of these in somehow, right now it's just a list. My question is that if I say I lift weights, is that too much? I really don't look athletic. I don't spend my life exercising. Any other things I this list I should be sure to include or not include?

I am a CPA. I believe in balancing career and life.

I like to go to the library and pick up whatever new non-fiction book strikes me as interesting. Recently I've read books on psychology, working class poverty and fossil fuels.

I enjoy exercising. I usually lift weights but sometimes I will take a strength training or kickboxing class to keep it interesting. I also like rollerblading. I don’t do it every day.

I try to eat healthy but I’m not a nutrition expert by any stretch of the imagination. Sometimes I can cook but I need a recipe to follow. I enjoy cooking for others more than cooking for myself.

I’m outgoing and I can hold my own at a party, but I’m just as comfortable renting a movie or playing a board game.

If I want to see a movie and can’t find anyone to go with, I’ll go by myself.

I enjoy a good debate on just about any topic.

I travel several times a year but mostly to see family or friends. I can be a plan-ahead organized traveler or the one who makes a last minute decision and just goes.

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 3:03pm

Hi there, I realize this is just a list and a starting point but I'd get even more specific...you want to convey a sense of your personality and this is a little dry. What movies have been so appealing, they've gotten you to go by yourself recently, for example? Where have you gone on your trips? Which ones were last minute and why? What exactly does balancing work and life mean to you...do you leave the office at 5 PM sharp each day and never work weekends or what? Things like that.

Sheri

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 3:13pm

I promise I won't let it stay dry like that, I was just trying to get thoughts on paper. The last couple movies I went to were actually kid movies, the last movie I went to by myself was a total chic flick, do I want to be discussing those in my profile? I go to Colorado a couple times a year and Boston more often than that. Should I mention I am from Colorado? My Boston trips are sometimes planned and sometimes last minute, and the last minute one's happen because I just feel like getting out of town and I call my friend and dd and I go. I do leave at 5pm every day (practically) and hardly work weekends, should I say that?

Ok, even more specific. I'll be working on it :) Thanks.

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 3:26pm

Well, you may not want to mention the chick flick, LOL. Maybe mention a couple of movies with more general appeal that have motivated you to get out and go see them?

I think saying you're from Colorado would be great...just little details that give more of a sense of who you are. I like the story about calling a friend and going...I would put that in.

You don't necessarily have to say those things about work...what I was trying to get at is, "I like to balance work and life" is a cliche...be more specific about HOW you balance them.

Where do you go in Boston? I'm always curious since I grew up there but now live in Seattle as I think you know.

Sheri

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 3:33pm

My dd was just in Seattle on her first trip with her dad. For a 5 year old she has quite a travel schedule.

My friend lives in Stoneham. Other than going to her house, we go to the park near her house and sometimes the Children's Museum downtown. We have gone on the duck tours before, but other than those things we mostly hang out and talk while our children keep each other busy. This last trip we went to a beach in NH, I think it was Hampton Beach, about an hour from my friend's house.

Thank you very much for all the help.

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 4:11pm

Sheri, I think putting in the part about seeing a chick flick alone would be great for her to put in. I think it shows that she's unique. Afterall, since most men loathe sitting thru chick flicks, they may see that as a good sign of independence. Sort of like, "Hey, this gal may not try to drag me to every chick flick that comes out". LOL JMO...

Libra

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 6:42pm

I haven't read the other opinions yet, but I like it! :)

Sara

 
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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 6:51pm
It's better, but stilted. Keep fine tuning - no rush to post it, right!


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