Date men and women from United States / California / Santa Barbara, 73 year old

Date a soulmate from Santa Barbara, United States. "I'm going to find myself a girl who can show me what laughter means
And we'll fill in the missing colors in each other's paint-by-number dreams..."
Jackson Browne

Hi, my name's Bill, and I was born and raised in the Boston suburbs and spent most of my life in New England. It was there that I helped to raise my twin sons who now live with their families (and my four grandchildren 12,7,6 and 3) in Oakland and in Maine. I've lived in So. California since the turn of the century.
I think that my friends would describe me as relatively smart with a spontaneous wit (well, you'll be the judge of that). I'm also defined by my deep interest in the affairs of our country, and I'm proud to call myself a liberal on most issues (so if you're conservative in your politics, it wouldn't be a good fit).
And the older I get, the more I find that music is a more integral part of my life.....all kinds....cool/soft jazz, Frank/Ella, 50's oldies, soft rock, folk, and especially "good" country...and yes, classical too. I especially enjoy trying to write songs and playing my old acoustic guitar from the 60's.
Like all of us, I love to travel, and I've been fortunate to have been able to see quite a bit (but by far not all) of Europe, plus a few interesting places like China and Cuba, and a year ago I spent three weeks in Australia and New Zealand. But so much more awaits....
Although I certainly don't claim to be “spiritual” in any particular sense, I do believe that each of us has the inherent wisdom and compassion within ourselves as human beings to lead good (and yes, moral) lives. But I certainly respect anyone else's belief system that helps them to navigate through their own life, as long as they respect the methods that others may choose.
I'm hoping to befriend a bright lady with intellectual curiosity and a great sense of humor, and then to sharing the things that we both enjoy doing as well as to learning about and enjoying the separate interests that each of us bring to the friendship.
I'll be frank.....I'm not simply looking for a casual dating arrangement, but for a "last love" (although I realize that the former must precede the latter). And because we're both on Match, we're obviously both optimists who unequivocally "know" that our future life partners are out there, and despite the odds, we're not going to stop searching until we find them.

Meet someone special from Santa Barbara, United States. My real match would be nice looking but doesn't have to be beautiful but it would be nice. The most important trait I would look for is compatibility. Would we fit together right. Would we enjoy each other and treat each other as we would a friend. Would we pay attention to each other. Would we like what the other person does in life.. As i mentioned someplace else I am an adjustable person that tries to understand each situation in life and tries to adjust to all situations thru life.

Date a soulmate from Santa Barbara, United States. My closest friends would probably describe me as being warm and friendly, open and tolerant. A bit adventurous, sometimes, a bit of a pixie. I enjoy a great sense of humor...the mature kind! Puns, plays on words, that sort.
I'm a widow now, making a new life here in Santa Barbara. It's been tough, but I'm a survivor. I find great pleasure in the arts: painting, sculpture (both of which I pursue) music of most types, (except rap) photography (taking a Photoshop class now) There are so many interesting areas to pursue. . Retired now from my antique import company, I'd love to travel more here in the USA....
It would be nice to find that someone special to share life's pleasures with.

Meet men and women from Santa Barbara, United States. After enjoying nearly 50 years with the same wonderful man, someone special is missing in my daily life!
In very good health, I do enjoy an active lifestyle - indoor and outside activities - exercise, family and friends, good company, nature, hobbies, and animals - IРІР‚в„ўd like to find someone with whom to share activities, time, and interests. I smile and laugh often, have a good sense of humor, and telling/or hearing a good joke. IРІР‚в„ўm a good cook who enjoys cooking, yet I don't care for having my morning coffee alone, nor cooking for just one!
My lifestyle is healthy with daily exercise - walking, riding my bicycle or a horse, gardening, hiking, taking my dog to the beach - partial to a casual lifestyle, I donРІР‚в„ўt wear much makeup and am "low Maintenance". I am comfortable meeting people from all walks of life under many different circumstances, and can hold my own while enjoying good conversation or discussions. DonРІР‚в„ўt mind getting grubby in the garden, yet I do manage to clean up well and can dress appropriately for most any occasion. I don't drink much - never smoked nor used drugs, and would not want problems of that nature in a close friend either. IРІР‚в„ўm emotionally stable, considerate, honest, easy to get along with, fiscally savvy, and financially independent.
I do miss the closeness, companionship, the caring and sharing. Although my dog is a great friend, appreciating all attention – while I love him dearly, our conversations are somewhat limited, and canine kisses just do not invoke the same response! I miss that too... (He also has his own bed and sleeps on the floor.)
As Love has been the best and greatest feeling throughout my life, I want that again, and hope that many good years may be ahead to enjoy together. For me, it begins with attraction, communication, friendship - and if the chemistry is there, a romantic relationship may build from there. I know youРІР‚в„ўre out there somewhere so please contact me!

Date a woman from Santa Barbara, United States. First and formost, I love life and am full of it. I enjoy trips to the mountains and desert, and especially NYC where I'm most alive. I am in excellent health and am thankkful for it. I am as free as the breeze to go and do as I please and am looking for someone to share the enjoyment. Are you the one????