Posted: Sep 4, 08 12:27pm
Some things about me....
I am new to Alaska...I moved here because I had dreamed since the mid 1980's of one day visiting and possibly living here...I fell in love with the spectacular views and just the idea of living comfortably but simple. Originally from a small country town in Southeast Georgia, I've traveled all over via the U.S. Air Force and as recent as 2005-2006 worked in Kuwait for Army Air Force Exchange Services. At the end of that experience, I found myself having a small but definite means to relocate and I took the chance.
The regret if any would be that even thought I make friends so easily, It seems as though I'm so far out of my league here. I have a 16 and a six year old that occupy all of free time, which isn't a problem. The problem comes with me falling into this rut where I feel having a companion or even a friend isn't something that will happen for me here. This isn't going to make me move, because I'm in love with Anchorage, but I'd like to share some of my joy with others too.
In researching Anchorage many years ago, I never imagined that meeting anyone would be an issue. I'm African American but have dated outside my race and am open to that as far as companionship is concerned. As far as friendship, I have made friends with a diverse collage of people over the years, both men and women.
I find myself outgoing to a degree, but I don't find opportunity. I don't go to clubs or bars. I take short walks and visit parks and festivals with mostly my sister and six year old when I find even the slightest of chances.
I guess I'd like insight on some things that perhaps I'm doing to hinder meeting people or even ways to open up my possibilities.
