Date men and women from California, United States. I'm a Texas girl at heart being raised in Dallas, but not the conservative one you would expect. I have loved living in Calfornia since 1989 and went from southern CA for 10 years to Sonoma County since 1999. I have a wonderful group of friends with whom we have shared many trips and family events from births to graduations. I have two children - a 16 year old boy, junior in highschool and a 19 year old girl, sophmore away at college in Washington. I treasure my close friends and also love my time on my own to meet new friends and explore new places. I look forward to more travel in the future and hope to meet someone who shares that same interest in traveling to perhaps Europe again, New Zealand or to any warm and sunny location. I think I am predictable but can also be quite spontaneous and hope to meet someone who brings more of that into my life! I enjoy quiet dinner and books as well as cooking and movies - the outdoors is always big for me - whether it be walking, hiking, cycling, or just exploring - the sunnier the better!
Meet men and women from California, United States. My dearest friend will tell you I am understanding and compassionate. I value honesty and integrity. When I leave work each day I know I have made a difference in someone's life. Having grown up in the mid-west, family and friends are very important to me. I always try to be there for the people in my life. My son is my greatest accomplishment. He will soon be 21 and is an amazing young man. It is such a blessing to see him develop into his own person. There is no lack of laughter in household. Laughter and smiling is something I can't do without. But laughter at the expense of someone else is not allowed.
What am I looking for in a partner? No I don't have a shopping list, but I do have some requirements. I am looking for a partnership. We are both in this relationship so it needs to be the two of us, not one controlling the other. Honesty is a must. Deceit is something that has no place in a relationship. I am an affectionate person who has no problem showing it to the person I am with. You must be a cuddler.
I enjoy exploring the far corners of the county and state as much as I enjoy having a quiet evening at home. I am a spoiled camper who needs running water. I had someone once say that their idea of camping is a hotel without room service. That's not me. I love sitting around the campfire looking at the stars. So peaceful. Now I just need to find someone to share it with. Are you that person?
Date a soulmate from California, United States. IРІР‚в„ўm the girl-next-door with a few surprises. IРІР‚в„ўm a good woman and a good friend. ItРІР‚в„ўs really as simple as that, but for match.com itРІР‚в„ўs like weРІР‚в„ўre writing a sales brochure on ourselves!
I am down-to-earth, friendly, casual but sensual. I’m honest, open-minded, loyal and fair. I’m inspiring. I love the promise of morning. I’m affectionate and romantic, so naturally I speak French. I’m trying to learn Spanish like a good Californian but it always comes out Franish, not even Spanglish – go figure. I’d actually like to date someone who speaks Spanish and “I’ll tell you later.”
IРІР‚в„ўm spiritual about nature. I love the mountains and all bodies of water -- including the bathtub. IРІР‚в„ўm also passionate about the home: architecture, design, green building, creating heart & hearth. People are endlessly fascinating to me so IРІР‚в„ўm looking for someone who likes to communicate and relate and grow together.
I like: Humor and Honesty. Or is it: Laughter and Love? IРІР‚в„ўm drawn to someone being grounded, kind, strong, easy-going, loving & affectionate. At our age weРІР‚в„ўve all learned to take the high road and count our blessings so letРІР‚в„ўs enjoy simple pleasures together. Sure, IРІР‚в„ўd like to revisit Paris, savor British accents in London, dance on tropical beaches, and drive cross-country in a fast retro car but IРІР‚в„ўm so grateful to live right here, right now. I love all the local choices for music, dancing, comedy and art of all kinds. But IРІР‚в„ўm just as happy going out as staying in! I cherish the primary relationships in my life and look forward to creating more.
Meet men and women from Healdsburg, United States. What to say.. I am down to earth, Love to laugh, I tell it like it is, (in a nice way). I am honest, caring, kind (I sound like a fairy tale). This is so hard, talking about myself. I don't play games and I would hope you don't either. I'm not into dating a bunch of guys. I'd like to meet someone, I can enjoy my life with, go exploring, and just be, with what ever we decide to do. But we also have time with our own friends.
My children are grown and out of the house. I'm ready for the next chapter in my life.
Date a woman from Healdsburg, United States. I am hoping to find someone whose company I enjoy, to share fun things and good times. I value honesty, integrity, and humor. Please be fun and playful, but also able to have a serious discussion. Can you talk about your thoughts and feelings? Are you able to tell me what you need, and perceptive enough to have an inkling of what I might need? Willing to give it? Is compromise something you are able and willing to try to do? Communication is key in a relationship...
I love surprises of all kinds (well, good ones anyway) and you'd get major points for spontaneity! I would look forward to pillowfights, crying on your shoulder at the end of a bad day, cooking dinner together, drives up the coast, movies at home with a fire in the fireplace, chasing you around with a squirt gun, giving you a really special evening when you've had a tough day, and loving going anywhere with you! I know the best times in life are shared. I just want what I think everyone wants...ie, someone to care for that cares for me!
I am fun and easy-going and quite tolerant of shortcomings - I know I am not perfect, so don't expect you to be. After all, we don't get to be 50-something without some kind of "baggage", AKA life experience! I have learned to embrace mine and learn from it, moved on from the bad stuff, and am hopeful for more good stuff. I am optimistic (glass is almost full) and "solution oriented" - if it's not perfect, we can try to figure out a way to work around it...if not actually fix it! I am very close to my 27-year-old daughter (who lives in San Francisco), and I am also a dog lover (currently I have a border collie/golden retriever mix). I like sports too! Hockey especially, and football and baseball. I like movies, cooking, taking the dog down to the beach, festivals and fairs, farmer's market, etc, etc, etc...
Remember, life is not about avoiding the storm, but learning to dance in the rain!
Heres to giving this one more try...
Meet people from United States. IРІР‚в„ўm very content with artistic projects, gardening, and hanging out with my dogs; however sometimes I think it would be nice to share chuckles, a glass of wine, movie, or conversations with someone. Who I'm looking for...I really don't know. Honestly. To put it into words seems futile to me. It's more of a feeling the other person gives you...lightening your spirit. Everything else just seems superficial and/or obvious.
Someone who's ok with who I am...
I’m an optimist, a liberal (right wingers need not apply), and the type of person that will smile and say hi to strangers. I love to laugh, of course…who doesn’t. (grumpy, unhappy men need not apply)
I am a natural strawberry blonde.
I love anything creative, nature, healthy lifestyle, organic, recycling--use some throwaways for art supplies. When I have the free time I "DIY". Mostly I don’t cook…typically, I grab an apple or zap a frozen Amy’s organic dinner. A man who cooks is a precious commodity.
Art was my major and is a major part of my life.
I love live music...mostly Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Rock...Country not so much unless you count Bonnie Raitt. (Cowboys need not apply.)
I have a career that has me working unusual hours so itРІР‚в„ўs hard to connect socially sometimes. This site is a new experience,
This is awkward for me.
I've lived all over the country, mostly due to my career, but also lived on the road in my younger years. I love traveling.
I don't like the fact that my birth age shows up on here, I'm actually 40ish.
Oh, I'm a lightweight when it comes to alcohol. I love a good glass of wine and will sometimes take a chance on a specialty drink when out. My aim is not to get sloppy drunk. If this is something you typically do, please don't bother to even wink.
I feel very lucky and grateful to live in the beautiful Sonoma area and wake up every day with a smile saying “Thank-you”. I am filled with Gratitude. So, yes I am Lucky.
PS If you post a picture of you partially clothed...I click next. If you use bad grammar and make it hard to read...I click next. If you post pictures with other women (and fail to say it's your daughter, etc.)...click next. If your caption is corny or overused or superficial...yeh, I might check it out, but will usually click next.
Date men and women from United States. I am very open minded and a very good listener. I prefer in- person converstion as I believe a lot gets lost in translation in writing, but I guess you need to start somewhere. I am very honest with a great sense of humor, a little quirky at times, absolutely love to laugh and will accept you for who you are although honesty iis very important. I am outgoing, independent, very handy and self sufficient, yet certainly enjoy companionship and relationships and love to share, very compassionate, healthy and eat healthy as well, perceptive, like to do a variety of things, flexible, and always willing to try something new. Love Mexican food and sushi as well as making it, and of course ice cream. I always try to have a good time no matter what I am doing and am always positive. I swim on a Masters Swim team, Yoga, like a wide variety of music, especially fond of classic rock, love talented electric guitar; Hendrix, Fray, jazz, concerts, meteor showers. No rap. I am content with myself and not afraid to get my hands dirty. I am a spontaneous laugher, love dogs, horses, kids, football, baseball, most sports. I have been to Europe, and would love to see New Zealand some day. Please don't bother to wink, if you have nothing to say or are a smoker I am not interested. Look forward to hearing from you!
Meet men and women from California, United States. I am a very healthy, happy and active person looking for someone to share life--all of it! From the little day to day things like cooking a meal, planting a garden to bigger things like traveling or taking on building projects. I want to grab any adventure that might come my way and want a partner that feels the same way. I would rather be a bit sore from a strenuous hike than play it safe! (I would draw the line at motorcycle riding and sky diving, though!). I have a secret wish to build an entire house--doing most of the work with my partner.
I have not yet traveled enough and would hope a partner and I could take at least one trip every year. I can never get enough of Alaska. Would love to see the Smokey Mountains and hike part of the Appalachian Trail. How about walking across England? I really enjoy pairing travel with service. I have done several Habitat for Humanity trips and would like to share that with a partner.
Family is very important to me. My children and their families all live close by and I spend time with most of them regularly. I have a small but intimate group of friends in this area as well. I would hope a partner would enjoy my family and friends and would hope to be able meet the important folks in his life, too.
I envy folks who can write well, especially about themselves. Since I am obviously not one of those folks, I would ask you to spend some time getting to know me. In the meantime: ISFJ on Meyers Briggs, would rather listen than talk until I feel secure, have done my work around relationship and feel there is always another layer to investigate, between fairly extroverted travel tend to live a quiet simple life. I spent many unforgettable and wonderful years wrapped up in raising children. They have been launched for many years. Once the youngest was past returning home for summers, I trusted my gut and moved to Alaska where I loved life under the midnight sun and even enjoyed the darkest days of winter for 5 plus years. Have returned to CA in the last 18 months to be close to an impressive group of 6 grand children (all 4 and under!). I enjoy being Nana but...see my opening statement...
and...I attended UCSF...Match's computer is a bit picky about that...and for some reason, it is stuck on having the least flattering photo my main photo...very stubborn.
Date a soulmate from California, United States. I like who I am. I'm a positive loving person. I enjoy meeting new people and love to hear how they feel about issues. I always enjoy making new friends and going new places, as well as staying home and cooking. I love all kinds of humor, and laugh easily. I always try and look on the bright side of things. If you need a friend, someone you can count on, I'll be there.
Meet someone special from Healdsburg, United States. I am a 6 foot tall physically fit redhead who thinks outside society's norms on many issues, particularly politically. I am intellectual and want a man who is educated, cultured, kind, sensitive, metaphysically aware, sexy and physically fit also. Hopefully someone to travel with. I am a great cook and love entertaining.I have created a beautiful garden space in my yards. I want a man who has done the necessary work on himself in order to be present, emotionally available, and wants to be committed to an emotional, spiritual and physical journey with me.
I am independent and want someone who appreciates my strength and warmth and is looking for a friend and partner in life to enjoy the paths, be they up or down, hopefully mostly up. Partner dancing has be come a passion for me since I retired. I'm studying Argentine tango, have done ballroom and Latin, so it would be great to find a man who wants to dance with me. Food and wine are a passion with me since I sold wine & liquor, retiring after 20 years to Santa Fe, NM, returning January 2007 to Healdsburg after discovering I missed my 30 year established friendships and the green of Northern California. I do yoga/ spinning 6x/wk. I am a traveller, be it a day trip or a few weeks submerged in a different culture and see myself as adventurous and free spirited. I love out of the box movies and am happy to stay at home to watch them but as in life I prefer the big screen. Music is a passion and I love(I do miss the Santa Fe Opera) to listen to it outdoors. I have created a great life in retirement but would like a pal to share my time with laughing and learning.....I have bought and either built or remodeled 4 houses and love the projects... I want to have fun and talk about everything. I love to read and listen to NPR, the News Hour. network tv holds no interest for me, just movies.
I know there are some kindred spirits out there.
Date people from United States. I am shy at first. Friends say i am warm, happy and easy to get along with. Have recently retired from teaching and want to travel. Went to a wedding in Italy and now have the bug to visit the other European countries..So first, I am lookiing for a good friend and eventually a traveling partner; then we will see how it goes from there. Would like someone gentle,patient and kind who wants to enjoy a life of happiness and laughter. Come travel with me..........
Meet men and women from United States. My friends would most likely say that they l'm confident, easy to talk to, trustworthy and loyal to others personality. I am a go getter with a determined attitude to accomplish my goals. I have raised my children to be self efficient and independent which I am most proud of. I'm a true friend, one, that is there in good times and bad. I love sun sets, gazing at the stars, the sound of the ocean. My life experiences have given me allot of wisdom, and understanding, and true appreciation of life.
I love to keep busy. I wake up looking for what can be done today. I love to work out in the garden, landscaping, household projects, going on long walks, dancing, cooking delicious meals for others, wine tasting, micro brews, traveling, socializing and fellowship with others. Is no fun having to to all of those things alone. !!
If these qualities and characteristics intrigue you ,please let me know, since I would love to communicate with you and start a friendship.