Hi, I’m Katherine!
I live for time spent in the sun, slow mornings (and slow days for that matter) and deep conversations.
I’m 37, 5’9” and I was sent a dating website by a friend, loved the idea and wanted to make one myself. Meeting people these days feels like a minefield of uncertainty with a lack of authenticity in the online world, and this feels like a way to peel pack a few layers to show the real me.
My dream is to meet someone at the grocery store, in my local coffee shop just living daily life — online dating really isn’t my thing. But, this feels like the best of both worlds. This gives me a way to share a bit more of myself, to go deeper (which is totally my jam) whether we meet locally, or we connect in the online world.
I like to get things out on the table, to be real and not hold back. So enjoy a little taste of me, the life I’ve lived and the hopes I have for the future.
Fun facts
I'm an extroverted introvert. I love people, but definitely need my down time to recharge.
I love a good cozy morning in bed.
I'm not overly political and vote for people vs parties.
I love cars. Seriously don’t ask me my dream car, there are too many. And I wish I knew how to drive stick - it's one of those weird dreams of mine.
I'm a Star Wars girl through and through (and a LOTR, Fast & Furious, Marvel, Harry Potter girl).
I like all kinds of music, but country is my fav.
My best friend is a photographer and she creates absolute magic when she is behind the camera — no one else can capture me like this.
Things to know about me…
I work for a small marketing firm and it has been the best job I’ve ever had. I’m location free, so though we’re all pretty local to one another in NC/SC, I’ve lived all over the US while being with them over the last 6 years. My boss and our small but mighty team are the absolute best, we always support each other and are able to be flexible with our work schedules.
I grew up in a conservative evangelical christian family. Though I still have many family members and friends who are active in the church, I left organized religion about 10 years ago. I’ve become more open in my beliefs over the last decade and respect that we all have our own lived experiences that shape what we believe and who we become.
I’ve been married before (twice). My parents have been married for over 40 years and I always thought I would live that same life, but that hasn’t been in the cards for me so far. I self reflect, and change and grow accordingly. I love big but I’m not someone who stays the same, my beliefs grow and change, my wants and desires adjust as I learn more about the world and who I want to be in it. As I’ve grown in who I am, my partners haven’t been able to grow with me — my greatest hope is to find a man who not only wants to grow himself, but also wants to grow alongside me.
I am child free and have learned to be really grateful for the life I have. I was a nanny for years and raised a lot of children along the way. I always believed I would be a young mom, and would have 3-4 kids by 30 — clearly that did not become my reality. I am grateful that I no longer believe that I must have kids to have a fulfilling life. I will be completely content in continuing having a child free life. And, if my partner really wants kids (or has kids of their own already), I love that too. Through my past relationships I’ve learned this decision is so mutual and I know that I want a strong and enjoyable partnership. If that includes kids, I can’t wait. And if it doesn’t, I can’t wait for that either. There is beauty in both.
I grew up in Charlotte, NC and I've moved away several times over the last 15 years but I always seem to end up coming back home. I love the south, and though I am totally willing to live in other places, if I don't end up forever landing in Charlotte, being able to come home often is a must for me. I love my family, we’re really close, and having us all back together to have family dinners and hang out at my parents lake house again has been the biggest gift.
I’ve recently starting milling my own flour and making homemade bread. It is so therapeutic — I love it!
I took myself on a solo trip to the beach for my 37th birthday.
I am a VERY committed dog aunt. I’m her #2 and feel so lucky for it.
My parents, my brother, and I went on a two week Mediterranean cruise in October 2025, and yes, we still love each other, haha! It was my first European experience, but it definitely won’t be my last!
I’m looking for…
A partner who is a curious, transparent communicator, affectionate (both in and out of the bedroom) and enjoys the simple things. I love and care for my people deeply. I enjoy learning all there is to know about those I love, knowing that people are always changing so this is a continuous conversation — and I want to be with someone who understands this too. Loving someone, marrying someone, committing to someone, isn’t a one time decision that you then get to just coast with. It’s active. It doesn’t have to be hard, but you do have to be willing to communicate even when you feel like you’re fumbling. That’s what makes it real. It’s not about saying or doing what you think your partner always wants to hear, it’s about being yourself and being with someone who loves you for who you are.
Want to get in touch?
If something in all that I’ve shared feels like a yes to you and you’d like to explore getting to know each other more, I’d love to hear from you: katherinereinken@gmail.com
Tell me the basics, and whatever else feels true to share. And please add in a few photos, I’d love to put a face to a name :)
Personally I’m off all social platforms for the moment, but if you have any online spaces you’d be willing to share I’d love to see them too.
Looking forward to hearing from you!