Date men and women from United States / California / La Mirada, 32 year old

Date a man from La Mirada, United States. Hey thanks for checking out my page. To facilitate your shopping, I’ve created a handy bullet point list about myself, michphd…formerly tallstud80…formerly excon11 (kidding). I’m not sure these are in order of importance but here you go…
• I’m originally from Texas and have been in California for a year and a half now. Overall I give it a B . The sun is pretty cool, the housing prices aren’t. We do have way too many people and too many taxes, but also have the beach. It balances out.
• I’m 100% white boy even though I have darker features. My family has been in Texas for a couple generations so when you ask what my ethnicity is, I’ll go with “Texan”. I have good southern values and sometimes just have to laugh at Cali people.
• I’m a legit 6’5” not a match.com 6’5”.
• On a scale of 1 being conservative and 10 being liberal, I’m a 4. As long as you're not a 1 or a 10 then we can be friends.
• I’m baggage free (no ex-wives, no kids, no debt, limited prior felonies…kidding). I’ve moved several times for work/grad school which has put a kink in a few relationships and has left me as SoCal’s most eligible bachelor.
• Education has been a big part of my life. I am a full-time college professor and teach business (accounting and finance). I love my university and love teaching. I’m also a CPA.
• I’m finishing my PhD dissertation this year (Higher Education Administration), which will make five degrees. I have a t-shirt that says “Dangerously Overeducated” and is pretty appropriate. You definitely don’t need to have pursued umpteenth degrees but if you didn’t go to college, it’s likely we’ll have had significantly different life experiences and you’ll be less appreciative of what I do.
• I have a Great Dane named Eli. He’s pretty awesome.
• I read a lot, stay up on current events, and really enjoy movies. This qualifies me as a more than suitable partner at Buffalo Wild Wings trivia.
• My biggest pet peeve is ignorance combined with lack of compassion. I can usually handle one or the other, but not both.
• I’m not into high fashion or superficial things. If you want to go on vacation in San Fran or Hawaii, I’m TOTALLY on board with that but if you want a pair of $2,000 Jimmy Choo shoes then I’m not the guy for you. I’ve worked very hard to get to where I’m at so if you understand/appreciate sacrifice then we’d more likely than not get along well.
• I’m very active and run 3 miles every day. As in every day…since January 1, 2008. It’s called streak running. Even if I had an awful day, at least I got the run in. I also really enjoy playing basketball, flag football, and softball intramurals with my students. Board games are cool too and involve less sweat.
• I can do a one armed push-up…but only with my left arm.
• I don’t drink alcohol (not a moral thing, just never acquired the taste) but can put away more than my fair share of coffee. Totally cool if you drink.
• I do want to settle down some time in the near future. Before I turn 80 would be ideal.
• The Starbucks is closing so I have to go now. Email/wink if you’d like, I’d love to hear your story.

Meet someone special from La Mirada, United States. I believe in treating people how I would want to be treated, this includes being honest even if it might hurt in the short term. I call people by their name on their name tag and tell them thank you, even it is the custodian in the bathroom. I like to listen to people tell stories of days of old, I am a schmuck for the days gone by. I’ve always wanted to be a “southern belle.” I have a hankering for traveling, but family priorities come first. I am kind of gullible. I love a good rare steak. I don’t eat seafood, but I’ll try it if you/your family/best friend cooks it, same goes for sushi. I like to cook and bake for those that are appreciative; I specialize in the American traditional food (roasted turkeys/chickens, pot roast, meatloaf, and other casseroles plus a host of baked goods to boot), plus I am pretty good with Italian fare too (lasagna, marinara sauce, fettuccini alfredo – yes, the sauce IS homemade).
I am a down to earth, have a solid head on my shoulders, great with numbers and organizing, a little nerdy, and a dedicated mom to an adorable 22 month old girl who is the center of my world. Family and friends are important to me and I make it a priority to be there when they need me. I am comfortable in a pair of jeans, a tank top, and flip flops, but I certainly don't mind getting dressed up for a night on the town. I am not fashion forward; I prefer to be comfortable yet sexy. I am a pretty big Disney fan (fair warning, I am an AP holder) that visits the parks 2-3 times a month. Things I regularly enjoy partaking in: reading, gardening, hiking, spending time with friends and family, listening to music (rock, country, alternative), cooking, and organizing (I’ve been compared to Monica from Friends before – not that dramatic though!). Other interests include camping, wine tasting, dancing (two-step, ballroom, salsa, line dancing – Zumba is pretty awesome too), sewing, going to baseball games, traveling, going to museums and zoos, and sightseeing - especially if history is involved.
About my date: Nice down to earth person that is comfortable and confident in who they are. Likes to go out of the house to a museum/amusement park/zoo/restaurant/hike/sporting event/go camping/ gathering with family or friends, yet at the same time is up for staying in for the night and just relaxing with a movie, board game, or cuddling on the couch. Lives a semi-active lifestyle, be it playing sports, hiking, or working out on your own or at the gym. Trustworthy, has a good set of values and is close with their family and friends. You are a fairly decent communicator, or at least willing to talk about emotions (I will not date a guy who keeps things to themselves and believes not talking about XYZ will resolve a situation). Most importantly you are a family man, and are not afraid of stepping into a relationship with a woman that has a child in her life and in her home. You are not afraid to hold my hand in public, or kiss me like you mean it regardless of whoever may be in the line of sight. You are not materialistic. You donРІР‚в„ўt take longer than me when getting ready. Most importantly drugs do not play a role in your life.