Put forth the best into every moment...inshallah it will happen

I am a Muslim born and raised in western PA. My faith is what guides me and gives me a calming perception. I am laid back and pretty easy going.I don't get embarrassed all that easily (most of the time), I am quite goofy and quirky at times, and I am very outgoing. But there are times I can be shy. Life is too short not to be happy as much as you can be. I am Italian and Syrian so I grew up eating some delicious meals. I love to cook for friends and family to bring them together. I think the best way to make people happy is through their stomach :) I am as optimistic as possible, although it's difficult at times and i'm not always successful. I like to be adventurous but at the same time i enjoy relaxing and watching a good movie or 3. I love hiking, running, swimming, and biking. I am new to Durham and still exploring, which is great.. There are many places I would love to travel to. I do, however, sometimes put my foot in my mouth haha. I love to cook and I LOVE to eat. Most of the time it's healthy... I want someone that is loving, quirky, somewhat sarcastic, knows how to communicate, and enjoys being active. She has to be ok with me cooking for her, which may have some inherent risks haha. She has to enjoy spontaneity and maybe have a little sarcastic side as well.