Looking for better love: I'm a fitness fan looking for an high-energy man in great shape

Age: 64

Looking for: A long-term monogamous relationship with a man.

Dear love, where are you? I have been looking for a few years now using the dating apps and even speed dating but with no success. Do you ever feel like you are the only single and lonely one while watching mature couples in their travels, in the restaurants, on the street, in the park, and everywhere holding hands, shopping, or chatting intimately? It can be frustrating. Just because we have aged does not mean that we have lost our desire to love and be intimate and close with another person. Sure, like many other mature single women, I’m generally quite happy: I have great friends, a loving family, a thriving job and a personal life packed with lots of activities… but I’m still missing love and an intimate relationship.

I have a master’s degree and have been working in my field happily for the past 20-plus years, and am financially independent. I’m also very active — and quite fit. I exercise five or six times a week and participate in recreational sports to stay mobile and socialize.

Another serious hobby? Reading! Some of my recent reads include the Westcott series, recommended to me by a friend. I listen to many different types of music, too, and enjoy watching movies, especially comedies.

One of my all-time favourite travel experiences was going cycling in the South of France, visiting every historical site, including the wine country, en route, and having authentic French food. Our last day of cycling ended gloriously at the Mediterranean Sea.

My dating history

I have been in love with two men in my life, and I was married to one of them for 24 years. I have been divorced for a few years now.

What I am looking for in a relationship

I would like to think that I will bring zest into your life, and together we can find out if two people who take their fitness seriously but their romance even more seriously make an unstoppable couple.

I’d like someone the same age as me or younger: the type of man who takes care of his physical, mental and emotional well-being. Someone who’s also interested in bowling, golfing, exercising, hiking, long walks or cycling would be a great bonus.

I am attracted to a sense of humour (not sarcasm), intelligence, respect and trustworthiness. Education and financial independence are important to me. A snappy dresser would be really nice.

If you drink regularly, however, you’re not the person for me.

Why I am doing it this way

A friend recommended that I put my message through Better Love and here I am. I now know a couple of people who have found their partner through this route and are very happy. If this message sparks your curiosity, maybe we can go for a walk or bike ride. Who knows where it will take us?

Lightning Round with Cecilia

What three movies or TV shows would you take to a desert island?

“The Mask,” “Book Club” and “Serendipity”

What was the last fun outing that you had?

Last week my young adult daughter convinced me to go see the new “Odyssey” movie. It was a perfect film to watch together!

What is your favourite food?

Simple homemade cooking. I am a decent cook.

If you could spend the day with one celebrity, who would it be and why?

Meryl Streep. She fascinates me. I have watched all her movies over the years and I would love to see her in person.