Date men and women from United States / California / Fairfax, 45 year old

Date a man from Fairfax, United States. I try to be a kind and generous person in all areas of my life. My greatest loves are music, pictures and laughter - I try to make as much of these as I can.
Photography recently changed from a hobby to a career and I feel completely liberated. I'm now growing a new business on my own and couldn't be happier!
I am a deep believer in mutual respect and integrity. I am very loyal to those who are loyal to me. My perfect match will be my best friend and biggest fan. I will be the same to her.
I have a beautiful little girl (age 6) who lives part time with me and part time with her mother. I love being her father.
I really love to ski but haven't gotten out to do that much for the past few years. It would be great to meet someone who also loves to ski.
I enjoy lots of different kinds of music with a few small exceptions. Some of my favorites include Jonatha Brooke, Coldplay, James Taylor, Christina Aguilera, Pink Floyd, Seal, The Beatles and all kinds of electronica/dance music.
Some of my favorite things include a concerts, dinner with friends, dancing, laughing, singing and playing piano/guitar for friends, singing my daughter to sleep, skiing in fresh snow, capturing a beautiful image, waking up to a warm smile.
I come from a huge family and I'm a very centered and even tempered person. However, that doesn't mean I don't know how to cut loose and party. I've been the last to leave as many parties as not.
My perfect match loves kids and is attracted to me partly because I am a father and not in spite of it. I am not setting out to find a step mother for my daughter. However, if I find a perfect match, that's not an impossibility.
My perfect match loves at least some of the same music as I do, she is not afraid to sing out loud or to kiss in public. She is proud of her accomplishments and comfortable in her own skin. She is open minded enough to be intrigued by something like Burning Man but sensible enough not to be reckless with her life. She is amazingly compassionate and inspires the same in me.
If you think there is a chance I am looking for you, please speak up. I'd love to become your friend and more if we truly are a match.
Thanks!

Meet men and women from Fairfax, United States. Looking for love? Yes, please.
So we're clear, I realize this isn't our only option for meeting someone interesting. I would certainly prefer to meet you out and about doing something we both find ourselves enjoying. Wouldn't that be nice. Not sure which makes for the better story, though. So I believe I am bettering my odds...in my search for that special someone to experience life with, and all that it has to offer.
The man I hope to meet likes to spend time together yet also enjoys his time alone, as I do. I'd like you to see the humor in things as well as know when to be serious. Laughter is pretty huge. You are kind to strangers and passionate about life. I'm looking for someone to love and to be passionate about. I imagine we are out together and from across a crowded room we'll share a loving smile and a knowing glance; the best part is yet to come.
I'm still old fashioned in a lot of ways and appreciate it when a man holds the door open for me. I enjoy being a woman, and am feminine...no apologies. In fact, I kind of prefer that you make the first move here on Match. Don't worry...I'm not bashful.
I come from a large family and my family is important to me. I really do love living in the Bay Area, although I'm a transplant. I'm actually from the southern part of the country, but IРІР‚в„ўve had no trouble making many dear friends here. I am outgoing, friendly, and can talk to anyone really.
And now for the apparent obligatory exercise segment of my profile...While I enjoy being outdoors as much as the next gal, the form of exercise I'm most passionate about is Pilates. Whether practicing or instructing, it keeps me in a studio three or more days a week. I guess I could be open to outdoor Pilates, though it would be so limiting. You know, not having all my torture devices on hand. ;-)
I love to travel and would jump at the chance to go almost anywhere. Places I'd like to return: Sidney, Prague, Switzerland...to name a few. I enjoy cooking, eating out, and movies--in or out, dancing (especially when no one's watching), parties, walks/hiking anywhere in nature but ideally around water, and any vacation that includes a secluded beach. And no matter how many sunrises and sunsets I catch, I remain awestruck. What about you?
LetРІР‚в„ўs see, here are a few more traits I envision when thinking about someone I want to spend time with ... You are honest, respectful, loving, kind, funny, charming, patient, supportive, and an all РІР‚?round good guy. Well, all that with a bit of an edge. You are happy in life, and not too serious. Successful, clever...and you share my belief that dental hygiene is hot. Am I being too specific? Well, one can ask anyway. You respect yourself and others. Romance is high on your list and you believe that smart is sexy!! Oh, and passion. I don't believe that there can be too much in life. Just saying.
And while this may be understood by most, others may need some clarity...if we connect and find that we would like to explore a relationship, be prepared to suspend your internet shopping. I speak and live my truth and I expect it in return. Did I mention integrity?
Now, if you've read this far...there may be potential. AND, you get to read a couple of my personal beliefs about "Match Etiquette":
If you don't post and/or send a photo, I won't reply. You have already seen mine...it's only fair.
I get winks. I mean, I understand them. It lets me know you're interested. Wink away!
Thanks for reading!