Date men and women from United States / California / Martinez, 53 year old

Date a man from United States. Okay, describe myself. I am in very good health, knock on wood. I like to cycle(road bike), run, hike, still play softball, play basketball.
I have 2 kids, a son 22 and a daughter 20. They are are pretty much on their own anymore.
I am just looking for someone who is easy going, likes to travel, be it a spontaneous getaway(Vegas,Tahoe), or a planned trip abroad(Italy??). Staying home is also nice, I can cook.
If you were to ask my friends about me, they would say I am a really good guy, I am loyal, family oriented, and a person you can count on through thick and thin, I've got your back.
I believe in manners, as in I open doors, pull out chairs, walk on the street side of the sidewalk just to name a few.
All in all after reading many of the profiles here on match, I think I am the kind of guy a LOT of you ladys are looking for. Go ahead write back, I just may be the guy.

Meet single man from United States. First I only am interested in meeting people within the S.F. Bay area, with that being said.
A little about me…I love going out and having a nice time. I enjoy dining out, spending weekends in Monterey, Capitola, and hanging out near the beach. I have been known to be spontaneous and love creative romantic encounters with that special person in my life. (Is it you?) My passion is writing poetry and I have just recently published my first book. I'm a very spiritual person and it reflects in my writing.
I also enjoy playing drums, golfing, playing tennis, camping, cooking, entertaining, and going to sporting events. My favorite sports include Indy car racing at the Laguna Seca Raceway and baseball at Pac Bell Park. I love spending time with family and friends and am looking for a partner with whom I might share these experiences. If you are a positive person who is interested in a serious solid relationship, please write. I’m always open to friendship as well.

Date someone special from United States. I'm an intelligent, fun and looking for the same. I'm looking for a mate and a friend; someone I can share my life experiences with. My friends would describe me as entertaining, considerate, fun and comfortable in all settings.

Meet a soulmate from United States. I am a honest man who cares for his family and children. I am passionate about my work and believe with a little hard work and dedication anything can be accomplished. One of my greatest accomplishments is raising my two kids and putting them through college on my own. I like making jokes and having a good laugh. I love to cook, watch movies, and ride motorcycles. I want to find someone who wants to not only be my best friend but to find a companion to enjoy life with. I plan to retire in the next few years and would love to find someone that loves to travel and try new things. I want to find a women with a beautiful personality who I can spend time with and learn what life has to offer together.

Date people from United States. I would rather have friends write this, but here it goes. I love life and passionate about my family, friends and everyone I meet. I have a very creative mind and have had this trait since I was very young. I have always liked being unique or adding a little flair or fun in everything I do. I have always been somewhat of the center of attention but always making sure I was not taking the stage from anyone that was in the mood to express their confident nature or rare other side (that is always fun to see). I also enjoy being quiet at times and following the flow of others. I am active and I love being outdoors. I need sun all the time, or a window to look out from. I’m young at heart and still feel like I’m 25. My spiritual side has never been seen by going to church but rather how I treat others and life itself. I respect everyone’s beliefs and welcome them.
I’m proud to be me and everything I’ve accomplished with exception of finding my best friend in life. Please don’t get me wrong, I have many friends which are like my family and are treated as such. I’m talking about my partner in life. I feel the reason why there are so many divorces in this world is that people get confused by sexual attraction as being the ticket to love and happiness. I’m a very sensual person and fill this is a major component in maintaining an ever lasting relationship, but being best friends is what I want. I have come close to marriage twice, but the friendship element was not mutual and therefore the relationships did not go further……
I’m looking to share and learn from my partner and experience what life offers. That said, I believe that part of what makes a relationship successful is the unique contribution of each individual. Each brings their unique experiences and dynamic, so I think it's important for each individual to have their own space to enhance or seek to better their own person.
I feel a relationship should be open and honest and that we both share everything and all tasks. If she needs something, I'm there and if I need something she is there. I'll be her shopping buddy or hold her canvas as she paints and she will hold a wrench while I tune up the boat motor or give me a glass of wine while I'm cooking a prime rib dinner.
I love kids! And wished I had my own, but that never panned out for me. However, I’m blessed to have many friends who have kids and they all call me uncle Kevin. I now know what grandparents feel like. What a blast!
I love my job it involves design and solving my customers problems. I currently have a home in the bay area and have an office in Alameda, Granite Bay and in my home. I'm actually interested in finding a home in the foothills with some land and view of the sierras.
Appreciate you reading, I can't wait to meet you.

Meet someone special from Martinez, United States. I hope that being on Match.com will help me find someone special to share my life with. I am ready to move forward with my life and its time to start doing the things I use to do. I love camping and being outdoors, whether it be taking a long walk with my dog, or on the beach or on a hiking trail while camping. I enjoy being at the ocean just as much as being in the mountains. I enjoy spending time with my friends, being with family, entertaining when I can, going to movies, jumping in the car and taking a spontaneous day trip and sitting by a fire on a cold stormy day. If we meet, we can get to know each other more over a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. It would be nice if you would actually send a message! I find a lot of lookers, but I don't know why you are not reaching out . . . I think sometimes we are all sitting back waiting for the other to make the first move. I will admit, I'm a bit old fashioned when it comes to dating or attempting to date . . . . I feel a bit awkward reaching out first, but I am! I guess I have never really asked a guy out. But here we all are . . . all in the same boat, just trying to reach out and meet someone, even if it turns out to be a friendship, it is worth the effort. Good luck!