Date men and women from United States / California / Nipomo, 57 year old

Date men and women from Nipomo, United States. I would have made this shorter but I didnt have the time (Mark Twain).
I am now a retired 00 agent (0014) Im twice the man he was. As you can see my Karate Chop in the photos is pathetic. But that was a tactic I often used. My appointee would ponder this guy doesnt know Karate at all and while he or she was thinking this I would run away and hide. The ole run and hide technique gets them every time.
You have to believe me when I say absolutely none of this is true.
If I have the pleasure of meeting you and you havent laughed within the first 5 minutes you have no pulse. Humor is my second greatest gift. It just comes naturally. And yes I turn it off when its inappropriate. And If your back is hurting I'll be there to rub it (I mean that).
I moved to Bakersfield from Santa Barbara for a very long 2 years. People asked why I did that. I did it because I wanted to experience something completely different. The first time I saw a dust devil I was by myself and I freaked out. I jumped on the phone and called a friend and said there are tornadoes out here. Ill never live that one down but I wouldnt have experienced little things like dust devils if I stayed in SB.
Ive been on a few cruises and to Hawaii a bunch of times. I hitchhiked to Minnesota by myself when I was 17. Yes, chasing a girlfriend. Why else would a 17 year old do that? And when I got there the only address I had was a PO Box (daaaaaaaaaa). But Im lucky in life and as it was dawning on me that I was going to have to wait in a post office until she picked up her mail her mom happened to drive by within 5 minutes and picked me up. I used to hitchhike all over the place. I hopped freight trains too. So, the desire of adventure and the assertiveness to act on it is deep inside me. The only things I hop on now are big jets and nice ships.
Cuddling: Ill do it any chance we get. Romance: On a scale of 1 to 10 I get a 12. But theres only one way for you to find out. Im a gentleman always and to the utmost. Seriously, it will probably take you awhile to get used to it.
As far as outdoors: Im into orchids. Fishing, Hunting (birds only), Scuba diving, Camping, Kayaking (ocean) Activities: Flying is my number one passion. Ive been a pilot for years and the carrot that keeps me going is to buy a plane. As far as cooking, I signed up for a cooking class and have a knack for it too. I want a woman that loves being a lady and knows how to be treated like one. I want someone that is pursuing a goal not just existing. I want someone to have fun with; someone to share my life with; to support in being who she wants to be. Someone who is secure enough within themselves to understand that sometimes we both need our space. She should be able to talk about anything and everything openly and freely. She will be very affectionate. Giving and taking are a part of the fun ... exploring and learning each other's "secret spots" is fun too. I want to be able to trust and be trusted. I want to give someone my heart completely, and feel safe that she will treat it with tender love and care. I want an intelligent person. I am looking for someone that can show me and teach me new things as I can show and teach her. New and different experiences will be the mainstay of our relationship. Ultimately, I want a partner for life. Sorry that was so long.

Meet a woman from Nipomo, United States. I like walking, horseback riding and gardening in the rain; I don't need a sunny day to have a good time. I take equal enjoyment in exercising my mind as well. I am a prolific reader and believe in actively improving myself. However, I don't go in for every new fad or line of thought, but like to explore different ideas and concepts.
I am looking for someone who can partner with me on a intellectual and emotional level. Good communication, physical affection, chemistry and a relationship based on mutual honesty and respect is paramount. The willingness to express your feelings in a kind, but clear manner, is most appreciated. Fairness, adaptability, forgiving ... and a sense of humor are the crucial elements that will make a relationship work for both of us.
I would like to have someone who I could bounce ideas off of and get their honest opinion. I am looking for someone who is confident in themselves, who takes responsibility for their actions and does not have a "victim" mentality, and who is looking for someone with those qualities as well.
Our partnership will include giving each other the necessary space and time to maintain seperate identities, but still consider ourselves as a couple. We do not have to be "joined at the hip", but will have confidence in each other's honesty and integrity. I don't have to know where you are every single moment of the day, who you're with or exactly what you are doing. Jealousy and control issues need to be checked in at the local landfill...
I would like to have someone I can talk to, get their honest opinion and sometimes have a shoulder to lean on. I would like to do the same for you. I don't believe in prying or having to know every single thought that crosses your mind.
I enjoy romance and romance can express itself in a variety of ways ... a walk on the beach, a thoughtful note left behind for the other person, a call just to say "Hi, I'm thinking about you, a fun surprise for the other person on a special occassion (birthday, anniversary, etc. or no particular day at all -- just to let them know you care about them and enjoy having them in your life.
I believe in expressing negative feelings in a clear and articulate manner; but always like them tempered with kindness. I try and think, "How would I want someone to approach me on this?" Perhaps the other person didn't mean things they way you took them. I do not wish to deal with someone who holds everything in and then blows up, or continues to bring up the last fourteen times you upset them over the past three years in today's disagreement. Let's find a workable solution to the issue and then move on -- life is too short to hold on to grudges.
In short, I am looking for someone who can be a true partner, is stable, and wants to have fun in life (but not on the wild side).
If the items I outlined are of interest to you, write me; but most of all, enjoy the journey.