Loud-mouthed but loving, assertive but fair, creative and open-minded, easily caught up in other's needs, ignoring my own. I love to laugh; getting caught up in the paroxysm of hilarity -- enjoying a good joke that doesn't hurt anyone. I also feel a great affinity for the homeless. I hate watching people ignore other people who are asking for help on the street; I figure everyone is worth at least 5 minutes of my time, maybe not more than that... but at least 5 minutes. I give freely with what I have, even if it's for a beer or drugs. I usually find intolerant people to be worth just that five minutes; the ones who are reaching out for help are usually worth much, much more. I love meeting new people, learning new things, and being introduced to new music.

My greatest joy in life is in my companionship with my dogs, Stella and Jasmine. I've already raised a son, and he's turned out a stellar human being. At 20 years old, he is my dearest friend and confidant; I trust him implicitly. But because he has a life to develop beyond me... I have my dogs. They are extraordinary beings who probably deserve better than me, but I try... I try very hard to be everything they need.