At loving and caring for myself and those I love.
I am my own best friend, and I can be yours too,
I know I can count on me, as you can,
I feel healthy, centered and strong.
I am loving and tender and warm.
I am a worthwhile and complete individual.
And, I deserve to be loved unconditionally as I love others.

I don’t need to escape from reality or loose myself in abusive or unfulfilling relationships.  I need and want a partner that adds to me – not one who detracts from my self worth.  I feel warm and safe within myself.  I never take myself for granted, nor will I disregard you or your needs.  I’ve learned to value everything about myself – my body, my mind, my feelings and needs, my potential, strengths and weaknesses – throughout ALL the seasons of my life.

I try to communicate in ways that express my love and caring. I am trying to complain less, and let go of the many unimportant things that cause me stress.  I have learned that harsh words can do indelible damage – no matter how you apologize, you can’t take them back.

I have found that I can say and ask for anything if I do it gently and with kind and loving words.  Therefore, I speak tenderly to those I care for, the way I’d like them to speak to me.  And, I practice forgiveness; I know I don’t have to like everything about others to love them, and I would never change what attracted me in the first place.

I feel free to acknowledge the truth of who I am.  I realize that “God” didn’t send me here perfect, but intended me to work towards it – and I am learning everyday.  Likewise, I am not defensive or judgmental; I take people as they come.  I know who I am, I know where I stand, and I accept that I – like everyone else in the world – have some growing to do.

I’ve stopped hiding and worrying whether anyone else sees my flaws.  Or that they will take the time to look inside to the real me.  Or that they will even stop to care, but I am convinced that Someone, somewhere is looking for someone just like me.

Could it be someone just like you?

I would love to have the opportunity to make some new friends. You can reach me on yahoo messenger as Cheryl_Roberts, or sometimes as my alter ego lil_churl! And on ICQ# 122185005

Hope to hear from you soon!