In Her Own Words
About her
I am a rocket-factory worker turned author, a sensual woman, and a proud mother of two beautiful Eurasian daughters, and a Chinese with a dash of Latin spirit.
Raised in a working-class family on the banks of the Yangtze River, I was pulled from school at 16 to work in a military factory. Learning English transformed my life, leading me to England over thirty years ago. It’s been a long journey, and I feel deeply fortunate to be where I am now, pursuing my passion for writing and a wide range of interests. A full-time writer in English, my fiction and nonfiction works have been published in over a dozen countries. Yet, I’m no workaholic—I believe living an interesting life is more important than achieving highly. I’d like to think of myself as kind, curious, empathetic, and forever a learner. Feminine yet unpretentious (except when I laugh too loudly), I’m comfortable in my skin and easily connect with people, with friends scattered around the world. Caring and generous, I find joy in helping others.
An experienced traveler, I’ve savored golden peaches in Samarkand, marveled at the mass games in North Korea, trekked through the Tajik mountains, camped on Mongolia’s steppes, danced in Cuba, and trekked to Mount Everest. I’ve lived in Uzbekistan and the U.S. as well. A lover of nature and the outdoors, I enjoy long walks and hikes. I stay fit and active, exercising daily and embracing a healthy yet adventurous diet.
Life’s challenges have taught me to appreciate what I have, and I’m skilled at finding small joys each day. I have so much love to give and am grateful for the richness I can share.
An excellent and creative cook, I have a hearty appetite for both food and life itself.
About her ideal match
A man with a sharp, curious mind; a gentle, warm heart; and a decent-sized ego (i.e, not oversized). He’s well-educated, well-read, literary, and cosmopolitan. Ideally, he’s reasonably easygoing, not too set in his ways, and not emotionally constipated! Someone with a few passions—perhaps literature, current affairs, theatre, world cinema, or other creative or intellectual pursuits. I’m drawn to men with drive and energy. And above all, be kind—kindness matters most to me.
It’d be wonderful if he also loves traveling and exploring other cultures (and doesn’t rely too much on package holidays!).
Location isn’t a concern for me; as a writer, I can be anywhere as long as I have my laptop.
If you take the time to write, I’ll always reply. But if reading isn’t your thing, kindly look elsewhere.
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About her
Country of origin: |
China | |
Location: |
Croydon (London), London, England | |
Gender: |
Female | |
Age: |
60 | |
Star sign: |
Taurus | |
Height: |
5' 5" (165cm) | |
Body type: |
Slim | |
Looks: |
Attractive | |
Hair colour: |
Black | |
Eye colour: |
Black | |
Relationship Status: |
Divorced | |
Looking for: |
Activity partners; Friends; Let's see what happens; A short-term relationship; A long-term relationship; Marriage | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat healthily | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Never | |
Education: |
University | |
Occupation: |
Arts / Music / Writing | |
Income: |
Comfortable | |
Ethnicity: |
Asian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
Chinese; Russian | |
Religion: |
Atheist |
About her ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Anywhere in Europe | ||
Gender: |
Male | ||
Age range: |
49 - 66 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 7" (169cm) - 6' 11" (210cm) or taller | ||
Body type: |
Average | ||
Looks: |
Average | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Slightly important | ||
Relationship Status: |
Any | ||
Have children: |
Any | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Occasionally | ||
Education: |
University; Postgraduate | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Enough | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
Any | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Any |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about her
Sense of humour: |
Witty |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
The heart |
Party behaviour: |
A cruiser |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Confident; Easygoing; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Happy; Independent; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Optimistic; Outgoing; Sensible; Stable; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Music preferences: |
Classical; Jazz; Opera; World |
Movie frequency: |
It's a weekly ritual |
Cooking: |
I love it! |
Food: |
Asian Fusion; Chinese; Fine Dining; French; Gastro Pub; Indian; Italian; Japanese; Seafood; Sushi; Thai; Vietnamese |
Go Out to Eat: |
I eat out a few times a week |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Go with the flow |
Time at work: |
What's work? |
Pastimes of choice: |
Exercising |
Time online: |
I check in once a day |
Family size: |
I've got a brother and a sister |
Family contact: |
I see them when I can |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
For the right person, to the moon! |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Bird(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Assertiveness; Flirting; Showing affection in public |
Work aspirations: |
I already have my ideal job |
Religious attendance: |
Never |
Dream home: |
House in the suburbs |
Politics: |
Liberal |
Retirement plans: |
Backpacking around the globe |
Feelings about using Ivory Towers: |
Optimistic |