Date men and women from United States / Arkansas / Augusta, 73 year old

Date single man from Arkansas, United States. Want a soft, attentive partner who does not cling or demand constant conversation. It is ok to be alone with one another at times. At other times an intimate interaction is great. Life has to be built around fun and laughing and appreciating.
Life has been a marathon iln many ways for me. I have fallen on my face, and I have always righted myself and moved on to something better.
I want an independent woman who appreciates me, and more importantlly, likes me.
Kitchen fun is nice. Must be open to new twists and turns with recipes.
Must like my two standard poodles. Could never part with them.
I would appreciate someone who could comment honestly on my art work.
An intelligent and challenging person would be nice, indeed.
An appreciating of living in the country is essential, as I am still in process of building my own house. It has grown considerably over the past 20 years.
Music is essential. I play a harmonica, but enjoy classical, opera, and western and others.
I am looking for a compatible companion.