Date men and women from United States / California / Novato, 61 year old

Date single man from Novato, United States. What is the life well lived?
It is one in which you are fully awake: you are aware of your opportunities for happiness and fulfillment, help others along their journey, and leave kindness, goodness, and grace in your wake.
While practicing this makes my life more meaningful, I would derive so much more joy by sharing it with a like-minded woman.
You likely have your own children, and thus understand and appreciate what an important place my 19 year-old daughter has in my life. She is attending college next year in Paris, having spent the last two years in Virginia at Sweet Briar College
I love to sail, hike, lose myself in a good movie or book, whip up a fabulous meal for my good friends and family, or catch some live music. Love theater and opera for special treats.
I read novels, poetry, non-fiction, NYTimes Online, Reuters, and Grist. Big fan of Henry Miller, Lawrence Durrell, Yukio Mishima, Diane Ackerman, John Steinbeck, Billy Collins, and Rainier Maria Rilke.
As for work, I'm an art director/designer. Been one since long before anyone knew what that was. I had my own business for many years, but now also work as the Art Director for a luxury Real Estate brokerage affiliated with Sotheby's. Also do a lot of pro-bono work for causes I believe in.
Speaking of beliefs, politics are important to me, and I consider myself an engaged, socially progressive liberal who is damned concerned about the legacy we are passing on to our children, and am doing whatever I can to affect positive change from my corner of the world.
Rather than laying down a political gauntlet, let me assure you that I don't seek the soapbox at every opportunity, but am usually up for a lively chat about the State o' the World.
I must add at this juncture that I am also absolutely awed by the wonderful diversity of culture, opinions, aspirations, social, and familial backgrounds that I have been privileged to enjoy in people in my travels—at 61 I am still in love with people, and you should be, too.
As for baggage, at our age, if you don't have any, you haven't lived. We have ALL had our hurts, our shames, and our disappointments, and I'm no exception. But life is about positively learning from those trials, and emerging a better person. What's found in my "emotional suitcase" is freshly laundered and usually pretty neatly stowed, thank you, but definitely packed for discovery and adventure.
Anything is possible when we mix in that essential solution of great (and hot!) chemistry. If, after a reasonable amount of time to get to trust, know, and care for each other, we realize that we have become serious, that we have indeed fallen truly, deeply, and madly in love with each other, then we shall become each other’s safe harbor to count on and return to, always ready to cast off and explore and enjoy what life offers, even when just from our own veranda.
We would naturally and unhesitatingly enrich each other emotionally, spiritually, and materially, offering mutual respect, passionate attention, unwavering loyalty, and lasting companionship along the way.
Enough said for now. Some things are best left in person over a glass of wine, a strong espresso, or something shared and chocolate. I'll always leave the last bite for you...

Meet a soulmate from Novato, United States. fly, sail, teach, try cases, travel,
I like to try cases, sail, fly, and have fun, work hard and play hard, - recently got into skiing alot in Tahoe, and walking the dogs, movies and plays.
Work in SF but live 30 miles north. I am funny, spontaneous. i am grateful for my good health and athletic ability.
Looking for someone to really spend quality time. I like serious and funny people, joking and good natured

Date a woman from Novato, United States. I am the youngest of 7 siblings from Bogota, Colombia. I am recently retired, my last job was with an International Tanding Company in the Commercial Deparment, developing new business opportunities. Now I am looking to start the next chapter. I am a very happy person who enjoys the blessings of life. My family is very important to me. I am very easy going and can be comfortable in a room full of strangers, family, or friends. My friends would describe me as wise, loving, and sensible. I am fond of travelling, exploring new cultures, and seeking new adventures. I can be very happy playing cards with family or enjoying an evening of salsa dancing. I am grateful for my son and daughter who both are successful, accomplished individuals living in Northern California. I enjoy taking care of my loved ones. My first grandchild is on the way.
I am looking for someone kind, honest. He would be a good humored, family oriented person who is loving with his partner. ItРІР‚в„ўs important to me that you are educated and well rounded. The right match for me will be someone who is calm and easy going. Tension is something I want to avoid from any relationship. My partner will be patient with me and happy to help perfect my English. It would be great if you are also eager to learn about the beautiful culture and language of this Latina.

Meet men and women from Novato, United States. I should be able to use all 4000 characters, but it's never easy describing one's self. Seems like bragging in a way. Okay, here we go...I am at a point in my life where I ready and wanting to meet that certain someone to enjoy what life has to offer. To explore new adventures together (it's always much more fun together than alone) ! Be it museums in San Francisco, plays, strolling small towns, sitting outside for lunch or dinner. Cooking together or with our family and friends. Talking about everything or nothing. Listening to how your day was and telling you about mine. Enjoying the quiet times as well as the more active times. Sharing secrets with each other. Laughing, all the time!
I've raised my daughter who is a senior in college and making her own way (for the most part). I am a second grade teacher in an inner-city school in Richmond. Everyday is an adventure, but, I do love my job. I have been blessed with wonderful, long time friends and colleagues. They will all tell you that I'm a very happy, fun, vivacious, caring lady who believes in the Golden Rule and I try to impliment that in my life every day. I'm more spiritual than religious, but do pray for the SF Giants and 49ers to win! Avid fan of both teams!
I guess I could use up the 4000 characters, but, hey, got to save some things for us to talk about when we meet, right? So, if any of this brief bio resonates with you, all the better. Let's see if there's a connection and see where it may lead!

Date someone special from Novato, United States. I have to admit I have some mixed feelings about social media and internet dating - must be my conservative East Coast upbringing that is always fighting with my more adventurous creative side. I am actually pretty easy going and easy to get along with but at the same time I can be pretty strong and independent. Having grown up in a large family I think I have learned the skills of compromise and diplomacy. I guess the diplomacy might also come from my years in the corporate world. I spent the greater part of my career in financial sales, traveling extensively both domestically and internationally, calling on large multi-national corporations. It was exciting and educational and also gave me the opportunity to see the world. I thoroughly enjoyed visiting foreign countries in Asia, Europe, South America, and Africa and getting to know the local people and their cultures. And when the opportunity afforded itself I took some extra time to vacation on beautiful beaches and visit museums and historical places.
After leaving the corporate world I had a stint at entrepreneurship developing and managing a family Beach Resort with my brother in Florida. The development side of the project helped me get more in touch with my creative side and design. As a result, I have recently completed an AA degree in Interior Design. I also have a BS and Masters degree (Psychology) and have taken other post graduate MBA courses. It is always a mystery to me why I continue to take classes when I think I am a gypsy at heart and think I could be very happy shipwrecked on a deserted island. Through both my corporate travels and vacations I have collected various art pieces for both the aesthetics and the memories. My collection is by no means expensive or extensive but brings a smile to my face when the memories flood in.
My future goals are to possibly design/build a small intimate design business, possibly internet related. In addition to my interest in Interior Design /Architecture, I love fashion and dabble in jewelry design. I am pretty mellow and donРІР‚в„ўt have the drive I had when I was younger, but also realize that I need to do something to keep my mind active.

I enjoy spectator sports, particularly football, and am a lifelong Steelers fan as well as 49ers. I enjoy working out to both stay fit physically as well as mentally. I love the outdoors, hiking/ walking, beaches and water sports - swimming, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling and water skiing – not much of a snow skier, tennis player or golfer (although I tried all) but would be willing to learn if it was important to my partner. I also love to cook and entertain with good friends.
I am looking for a nice man who is secure with himself and values a nice lady who can sometimes be vulnerable and at the same time strong and independent in her own right. I am looking for a relationship where we would hopefully share many interests and time together but also respect and value the individuality of the other. I also love a sense of humor! It is so important to be able to laugh at yourself and bring levity to life
Let me know if you think there might be a fit?

Meet a soulmate from California, United States. I have great depth and courage; confident that I have the ability to succeed in anything I put my mind to. I know my heart and mind. IРІР‚в„ўve been fortunate enough not to be restrained by being just right brained or just left brained. Instead, I am able to straddle that line and dabble in everything from accounting to art and design.
IРІР‚в„ўm intelligent, well read, self-assured, and outgoing. IРІР‚в„ўm passionate, as well as compassionate, and promise to be sincere with my partner, as that is what I expect of them. I also promise to be kind, tender, and affectionate with my partner. IРІР‚в„ўm multifaceted and want to find a man who can look past all of the conventional expectations of a woman, and see me for who I am. HeРІР‚в„ўd be drawn to my strong and assertive persona, but also cherish the fact that IРІР‚в„ўm actually very easygoing and easy to talk to. He would respect my spirituality as well as that IРІР‚в„ўm a woman of substance who has my own perceptions and opinions about what goes on in my life.
I’ve had to weather adversity, but managed to remain graceful and composed. I manage to stay healthy and reasonably fit, people never guess my correct age. I’ve been told many times that I’m sophisticated and beautiful, with sensual, sparkling blue eyes. I’m looking for a man who knows who he is and has “done the work.” He understands the natural progression of a relationship and will be there to help nurture it every step of the way. He would also understand how communication either makes or breaks a relationship. I hope he would do all in his power to share his true thoughts and feelings with me so there is never any unfortunate miscommunication. In truth, I hate cynics and can’t stand how people joke at other people's expense. I want a man who can look me straight in the eyes and tell me like it is. I want to find a partner I can hold close to my heart; spending days in laughter and quiet whispers. I will eagerly await that little zinging feeling we’ll feel every time we touch and knowing that this is what makes life such a joy. To laugh and have fun together, could there be anything more lovely?

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