Date men and women from United States / Arkansas / Oakland, 36 year old

Date single man from Oakland, United States. I am an outgoing man who looks forward to life every morning. The excitement of the day and night keep me going. I am the "rock" in many of my friendships. Trustworthy, straightforward and devoted to everyone I know. I work hard and play equally hard every moment I get. Why live life at only 50%. If I'm going to fail at something, I'll make it big and impressive. That way if I succeed at something, it will be that much more rewarding. I have made plenty of mistakes in my day. Some I regret and some I'm proud of but I have learned from them all.
I am at a stage in my life where I really enjoy all aspects. My daughter is smart, funny and beautiful. I love my job and the people in it. My friends are fantastic. Everything is so well balanced and I appreciate every moment of my day. I think that is worth sharing with someone.
I can go on and on but when you get down to it, if i sparked an interested, send me an email and we can talk. You can ask me any question you need.

Meet a soulmate from Oakland, United States. just curious as to what's out there. Looking to meet fun and interesting people who enjoy life and are comfortable with themselves and are looking for a serious relationships. I don't answer winks and out of area e-mails.

Date someone special from Oakland, United States. I'm a smart, funny, and down-to-earth Bay Area native. The things I value most in life are my family and friends -- I'll always make time for them, no matter how busy I may be. One of the true joys in my life is spending time with my 4 year-old niece and 1 year-old nephew.
Three other things that I spend a lot of time thinking about (or doing!) are travel, photography, and animal rescue. I've been lucky enough to have visited about 25 countries on three continents, and I'm planning on adding South America and Antarctica to my list next January. Photography isn't just a hobby -- it's also my job, though not in the traditional sense (feel free to ask). It gives me a great excuse to be out and about, and has made me look at the world in a different way. Finally, animals have always been a part of my life, and every Saturday I volunteer at a well-known shelter in the East Bay finding good homes for rescued cats (I like big slobbery dogs, too!).
Personality-wise, I'm on the shy side at first, and tend to move slowly while I get to know someone (I am an INTJ, after all). Once I'm comfortable, I'm much more outgoing, and my witty sense of humor comes out. My friends would say that I'm intelligent, ambitious, honest, and generous -- at least that's what I'm paying them to say.
Self-improvement is important to me, whether it's learning more about myself (via meditation and other things), or working on being more flexible through yoga.
I guess I'm somewhat unique in that, unlike 99% of people in the Bay Area, I'm not training for a triathlon, don't eat sushi or listen to NPR, and I haven't skied since I was probably 12 years old. Not that I wouldn't try some of those things!
If you find any of this intriguing, definitely send a wink or a message!

Meet men and women from Oakland, United States. I enjoy music events. Reggae on the River, Day on the Green, Outsidelands, etc. From a live band to a upscale nightclub. I Dj(mix)often. I like to mix House Music, Dubstep, Dancehall Reggae, and Classic Hip Hop. I also listen to some rock like the Deftones, Metallica, Soundgarden etc. Huge Doors and Bob Marley fan. I enjoy brewing beer at home and going to really good pub or beer bar is something i like to do afterwork or on the weekends. Love to go camping and backpacking in the mountains. Cant always get away, so a local hike has to do sometime. Also I go to ever Raider game. Been a ticket holder since they came back to the O. A real fan. Love the A's to but thats a sore subject with the owner who doesn't even want to be here. Also into boxing. Kinda love, hate with it. I'm die hard sports fan but I know bottom line it's business entertainment. Win or lose, my ass still has to go to work the next day. It's not like we won a rebellion or something.
I don't have childen, so it allows me the time to have and do a lot of activities.Would like to meet a women with style and not afraid to switch it up. From a professional look. To going out dressed to kill. Having a conservative hair style. To dying it a loud color. A nice smile and loves to laugh. Has their own eyebrows. I like tattoos but not jail, or gang tats. Most of all some brains. Who is able to mingle with all types of people. To take a stand on what she believes in. PASSIONATE, SEXY, ROMANTIC and is able to make the first move. From time to time.
Im new to this whole way of meeting people. Please be patient. It will be worth it. If I "Yes'd" or "Maybe'd" you, I was more then likely trying not to be mean

Date people from Oakland, United States. I will have to think about this one a little... I am an attorney in the bay area. I am looking for someone to spend time and have fun with. Love to be outside, camping running, almost anything outdoors. Lets go listen to some live music or have lunch by the lake...

Meet a man from Oakland, United States. I am just checking out the singles scene in a casual way. Mostly looking for friendship and someone to explore the Bay area with. I enjoy music, hiking, camping and dining out. I hope to find an easy going person to hand with and have fun.

Date single man from Arkansas, United States. My ghost writer moved to Iceland, so bear with me.
I think hammocks are overrated and NASA is underfunded. I'm a realist with a very goofy edge.
I'm happy, healthy, successful, and looking to settle down, but not settle.
I was born in the East Bay, lived all over country (and parts of Africa) for school and training etc, and recently settled in Oakland. My parents and sisters live In the area.
I hope to meet someone who is smart, curious, and emotionally mature. And also hilarious.

Meet people from Arkansas, United States. Bismilllah. Welcome to my introduction! I am in a sincere search for my sweetheart that will lead to a marriage that supports and nourishes our physical, spiritual and emotional needs.
Lifestyle: My daily life is a balance of studying, exercise, eating healthy, working as a massage therapist. When I was in my 20s I went to a whole foods culinary arts program and worked for years in restaurants, catering companies and private homes as a chef. I really enjoy cooking and eating out – mostly at authentic ethnic restaurants and farmer’s markets. I do not drink alcohol and desire a partner that does not drink either.
I also love to exercise and get outdoors, and make this happen at least 4 or 5 times a week. I practice ashtanga yoga and jujitsu swim, cycle, run, and hike. I also love to camp, kayak and sail.
To relax, I enjoy reading, taking a nature walk, cooking and visiting friends. I love experiences that expose my to new cultures. (I donРІР‚в„ўt watch TV.)
Personality:
I am naturally a giving, nurturing and passionate person and I feel the most fulfilled when I have someone whom I can express these attributes with. I am also a very affectionate person. People always tell me I have a very calming presence and I agree, I do not easily get upset or visibly stressed – but I do have a lot of internal energy and this is where all my active nature comes from. I have never been called lazy but more often my friends and family wonder when I will stop to trying to learn more and do more! I am also a deep thinker, more of an introvert than an extrovert and enjoy groups of two or three people rather than large gatherings. This is because I appreciate intimacy and giving people attention when in conversation. I possess a high level of organization mixed with creativity and my home is always clean, warm and welcoming.
My hopes for the future: I would like to have children and raise them to be beautiful, smart and strong – independent thinkers who are not easily swayed by media and trends in culture (negative influences). I would like to travel more in the world and apply my skills to work/volunteer projects that serve people who are less fortunate. I hope to finish my master’s degree in environmental studies and get my science teaching credential by the end of 2012 (I almost there!) I hope to always nourish on my spiritual path and be joined by a life partner who has a similar view and dreams.
My Islam: I converted to Sunni Islam three years ago and still continue to grow and learn in my deen. My original attraction to Islam came from its principles of social justice and environmental ethics – meaning that humans are responsible for caring for this Earth that God gave to us, and we are not meant to abuse it. I am active in my practice but I do not wear a headscarf. I feel my internal growth is much more important than looking the part I strive to guard my speech, limit judgment of others, and practice contentment with whatever God gives me, whether trials or joys.
I am looking for an educated,grounded, responsible and healthy man to share the rest of this life with me.I do not expect perfection and seek to find someone who loves me as I am in this moment and I can attest to the same about him. He would be financially secure and ready to have a family,or perhaps he has children and might be open to one or two more. He has healthy habits or a sincere desire to achieve them.He loves nature -this means getting out of the car to experience it!–and would be happy to join my to walk to the top of a mountain or along the coast.I have more I can tell you but Match is limiting me!

Date a soulmate from Arkansas, United States. I'm smart and independent. I like to read, go hiking, see movies, and music. I have a crush on Jason Segel, and the fact that he made a new Muppet movie makes me happy. East Bay native who lives in the city, works in nature, and loves both. Looking for someone who is creative, imaginative, fun, and responsible. You should be grounded and down to earth with a good sense of humor.

Meet a woman from Arkansas, United States. The last vacation I took I pulled the destination out of a hat, only criteria was white sand beaches. I work pretty hard in the auto industry and have been with the same company for a long time.
I enjoy spending time with my family and close friends. Not to mention spoiling my 2 year old niece, she can make anyone smile. I grew up in the Bay Area and went to school in the mid west, go figure. I was looking for a change and loved snow, but didn't realize that it would be freezing and no snow, but it didn't stop me from playing college sports in the old school Big 12. I play golf and am trying to pick up tennis. I love being outdoors and enjoy active people. Don't get me wrong I am always up for movie night too.
My friends would describe me as funny and even when I am not trying, easy going and always planning my next getaway.
I am looking for someone who's active and adventurous, a storyteller who will match my sense of humor and sharp whit. I'm hoping to find a kind, tall, strong man who values family and friends. Educated men preferred. I'm not here for hook ups, I'm here to find someone.

Date someone special from United States. what can i say....kinda shy in the beginning...but once u get to know me and i get to know u I come out of my shell. Im pretty mello....just like to hang out ...go to dinner, movies, comedy shows, hang out with my family. Dont reall go out a lot during the week....after work just come home n chill out.or go out to dinner...weekends are more of a play time for me

Meet men and women from United States. I am a 36 year old woman who is looking for a BLACK man who is young at heart but definitely knows how to handle business. I am fun loving, have a great sense of humor, artsy, and would like to find a man who shares those qualities. My ideal new friend will be a creative person with eclectic taste. He will be intelligent, a great conversationalist and adore all of my silly, nerdy, qwerks.
I love vintage clothing and jewelry, am a hat ADDICT and love watching cartoons, old movies and reading comic books.
I love to travel and am determined to visit every continent on earth before I hit 40 so someone who is comfortable exploring the world is a must. I am a people person and super friendly. I would love to find someone who is a compliment to my unique and up beat personality.
I'm a computer geek by day but I am a photographer at heart. I stay busy hanging with my parents (together for 38 years), visiting galleries with friends, trying new restaurants or attempting to organize my crazy photo archive. I lead a pretty active life so I hope to find someone who is also active and has his own interests in addition to the interest that we may share.