I am a very strong-minded and independent lady who also has a soft side. I want someone I can have a great conversation with and also enjoy a great silence with out feeling the need for words. I think friendship is an absolute must for a successful relationship and that incredible closeness that is I am a very strong-minded and independent lady who also has a soft side. I want someone I can have a great conversation with and also enjoy a great silence with out feeling the need for words. I think friendship is an absolute must for a successful relationship and that incredible closeness that is with you even when spending time apart. I want someone who can romance me and simply cuddle with me at other times.I am out-spoken, opinionated(at times), challenging ...but hey on the plus side I am also passionate, loyal, loving and intelligent.....