I don't like being touched - except by a man I'm involved with, and I haven't been involved for decades. I just don't trust men anymore.

I like human company (and dogs and animals in general). I love to converse (except with religious people, conservatives, and people who feel that they have to encourage others ).

I appreciate and value good discussion where people actually listen and response appropriately (I do), and I can also tell you it's hard to find. Most people don't listen.

I appreciate useful gifts - very much.

I don't like hugs, touches, etc. I have had to force myself to tolerate them because other people think it's wanted or normal or something. I cope.

Yes, I never had parents who hugged, touched, taught or anything. But I am also autistic (Apergers) and have lived through enough sexual harassment never to want a man near me again. That's the price of looks.