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Date a soulmate from Walnut Creek, United States. The woman I am looking for is a good communicator, in touch with her feelings and not shy about expressing herself. She is not going to bail at the first sign of trouble in the relationship, she is going to fight for it if she thinks it is worth saving knowing full well her man is going to do the same. If you are not a good communicator, hit the delete button now! Good communication is the bedrock of any relationship. That, plus the fact that a couple should start out as friends and really get to know each other before going to the next stage. She needs her own space once in a while, she is not clingy, possessive or jealous. You will each have you likes and dislikes about individual activities but you will "talk' about what really is important to both of you. My special person can be flexible, willing to compromise, doesn't have to be always right or always have her own way. Yes?
I am just your average retired guy. Was a VP with a New York based reinsurance company who headed up their Western operation. I like to cook, make sourdough bread; I like all kinds of music, except rap. I can dress up or down; I like to hike and walk; I am very social and I love people and love to talk to them even more. I can tavel or stay home, although spending a month in Italy in a villa is on my bucket list. I am very affectionate and have no trouble expressing my feelings. I am looking for a friend to do things with, at first, and hope it will develop into something a little more permanent..
Don't be scared off by stats!
No winks! If interested, send me an e-mail. Not stating your true age or, meeting you in person and not coming very close to your photos are deal breakers! "Hat" photo taken Nov. 2011. One with grandson taken Dec. 2010.

Meet single man from Walnut Creek, United States. I am a retired professional (3 degrees) who has done real estate appraisal work and testimony for over 1,400 attorneys in the past 25 years. Now I better smell the roses but wish to have someone with whom to share life. I like independent women if they are willing to take enough time for romance and a true intimate relationship. I wish for a tall and slender 5'5' to 5'9" female so that we can more comfortably walk, dance, etc. together. I am old fashioned in opening doors and helping a lady with her coat,etc. I love animals and kids. I am willing to listen as I am not thin skinned. I am open and honest. I believe a strong man is not a macho man (ie, bully). I believe a man should be protective of his mate while needing her protection in that special way that only can be provided by a woman. I wish to cherish my mate and do all that I can for her happiness. My health is good and I don't carry baggage because I have learned from the past. I am financially secure without showing off. It is very importlant to me to have a loving warmhearted mate with whom I can be manly but yet be able to bare my soul for her advice and understanding. I know how to conduct myself in public places, can dress very well, but also like wearing casual clothes. My sense of humor is strong and I can laugh at myself. Being outdoors is fun as I am an old Eagle Scout but I like concerts, art museums. good lectures and conversations as well as viewing some sports and maybe again coaching soccer and little league. . Physical touching is important and those gentle touches and big hugs help to soothe the soul and keep the excitement going. A woman who is beautiful in more than appearance has learned from her past relationships with her head and heart in the right place. She will desire a loving relationship that she had once or still seeks to find with a caring man. I like doing volunteer work and keeping myself busy in a productive way. Going to the supermarket with a mate and then working together in the kitchen to prepare a meal followed by a comfortable evening together is one of my ideas of great fun. Planning ahead or doing something on a spontaneous basis are ok. Helping her love her children and grandkids is also ok with me. The truth is that I am idealistic, meaning I prefer to be positive about someone and not be a perfectionist. I am athletic without being an athlete. It's said that perfection is impossible in love but it's worth the effort. My heart will be warm for my mate always.

Date people from Walnut Creek, United States. I enjoy almost everthing, I golf, play some tennis like to fish for the quite of fishing. Enjoy travel, dancing,exercise, Im a college graduate. Im very active but enjoy quite times.Will answer all inquires.Im getting ready to retire in the next couple years. Own my home like pets dogs especially. will be very honest with you at our age why not.Want some one who would like to do some of the things I like but she does not have to be a clone. I would like to live somewhere in nothern California.I want some one who is active and likes to travel.

Meet a man from Walnut Creek, United States. intelligent, high energy, independent, sensuous, educated, likes to travel, adventuresome, athletic, like classical music and political discussions.
well read, informed, likes current events, movies, exercise

Date people from Walnut Creek, United States. ABOUT ME:
Amazing things turn up on my doorstep – home grown tomatoes, lemon pie, even furniture. That’s what happens when you’re nice to your neighbors. And even though I’m one of the youngest (yes, youngest!) in my community, I still feel a strong connection to those around me. I help friends with their computers, they take in my newspaper when I’m on vacation. After three years, I know so many people that a one-hour errand usually takes about 90 minutes. Don’t confuse living with retirees as being retired. I work as a mediator and travel all over the country, settling disputes. It’s a meaningful job, and the same skill set works wonders in relationships – I don’t argue, I listen. I’m an NPR junkie who wants to work for peace in the Middle East. And although my sense of geography is appalling – I had no idea that West Virginia was next to Pennsylvania – I’m usually willing to admit to my faults. I just can’t wait for that rare man who makes every moment of our relationship feel effortless.
ABOUT YOU:
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Meet a soulmate from United States. Yes, I feel I am traveling the "second half of my journey" and I do not want to miss the opportunity to connect with that special someone. I consider myself as being sprightly and fit but not a woman doddering into old age -- this, I call gracious acceptance. I am trying to take life as it comes and to cut down a lot of my expectations because I do not want to be dissapointed.
The 2000's found me doing quite a bit of hiking/sightseeing in such magnificent places as Tuscany, Provence, Machu Picchu and Mexico
Thanksgiving, 2011, found me in Hawaii where we spent 12 magnificent days on the island of Kona (Four Seasons) where the complex was most enjoyable. People were waiting on us hand and foot -- such pampering I have never experienced before. One could get use to it.
Come July, 2012, I will be spending one week on Long Island but will venture into NYC and explore many of the beautiful features that area has to offer.
August, 2012, I will be traveling to Ireland but will be on a tour. In 1990, I was in Ireland but only on the west coast but this time will have the opportunity to view/explore what the east coast has to offer. Yes, I will once again kiss the Blarney Stone and have my pic take to prove that I did it -- AGAIN!!
INTERESTING -- I was on this site about five years ago and I see the SAME PROFILES AND PICTURES that I saw way back then. What about updating? As for me, I do my best to keep my pics relatively current.

Date someone special from United States. Maybe I should be happy with what I had, but also maybe there is someone that would like to explore the future with me. I'm a great traveler, cook, and have a beautiful family and wonderful friends. I love to be challenged and learn every day.

Meet men and women from United States. I am intelligent, attractive, honest, adventurous, mostly non-judgmental, fun to be around, witty, dependable, responsible for myself. I enjoy life as fully as I can and feel it contains limitless possibilities. I am financially secure. My ideal match will have all those qualities.
I have four grown children and eight grandchildren on my side, three bonus (also grown kids) and seven grandchildren on my husband's side. These are very important people in my life. I'm very family-oriented and have some surrogate children, also grown, with whom I stay in contact. An independent nature that also grants a lot of space to another will be very appealing.
Jealousy and envy are not part of my personal description and would be an unwelcome addition to my life. Anyone reaching the age of maturity will have his/her own views of the world that have evolved over decades of living. If those views are different from mine, we'll have great discussions. If they are similar, we'll have great discussions.
The packaging is far less important than its contents, but my match must have excellent personal hygiene, good table manners and decent teeth to attract me. Correct grammar is a must - I was an editor and that lives on.
Do you enjoy being spontaneous? Call at 5 p.m. to see if an 8 p.m. show in the city will work? Be disappointed, but not be annoyed, if the answer is no? All right!!

Date a woman from United States. I retired and moved to Northern California a year ago. I am very fortunate to have a loving relationship with my family and life long friends around the world. I am a fairly high energy person, but also like quiet times.Recently I joined Rotary and am enjoying the camaraderie and the opportunity to give back. My passport is current. There is a list of places I'd like to explore or would enjoy working through your list. There was much satisfaction from my career, but am now ready for new adventures. I miss the physical closeness and sharing of a companion. I would hope that you are kind. I can be a little impulsive and am ever curious. I would love to communicate with a like minded gentleman.

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My match would be a healthy, loyal, interesting, grandfather who enjoys a nice family, traveling, and just doing things together. He would like to be social, but enjoy staying at home and going out with friends and alone. Also, volunteering would be important. It would be nice if he likes to dance, play golf, hike, bowl, etc. Integrity and family is important to me.

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I am petite 5'2" young at heart , kind , considerate , affectionate and loving . I was told that I look and act young for my age . I am clean , neat and smile sweet all the times . Likes to exercise , hiking , camping , tennis , wine and music event . Somethings that makes my heart sing are music and dance . I like all kinds of music except rap . Some of my interest are singing Karaoke with friends at my house and it's fun... and cooking . Love to go to Starbucks and have my favorite Frappuccino Caramel especially summer time . I have a positive , happy , and passionate outlook on life ... Family is very importand to me . I like someone , easy to get along , considerate , affectionate , kind , sense of humor and loving .

Meet someone special from California, United States. I am, first and foremost a mother of 4, a grandmother of 7. Nothing is more important to me than my family. After a health scare several years ago I decided that if I wanted to dance at all my grandchildrenРІР‚в„ўs weddings I should start taking better care of myself. I started studying as many different kinds, opinions and theories on health and nutrition as I could find, and changed the way I did many things; diet, exercise, you name it, I turned it on itРІР‚в„ўs head. My interests in the health industry grew, so while most of my friends started to retire, I took an internship, became a therapist and now run my own business trying to help others improve their lives and their health. Of all the many, many professions I have had over the years, this is the one I feel is my true calling.
My perfect match is someone who can first and foremost keep up with me. Most people think I’m 10 years younger than I am, and I feel much younger than that! So if your idea of a perfect mach is shuffling along complaining of your aches and pains or sitting in the house all day, I’m not the person for you. I enjoy dancing, the movies, eating out, taking long walks, running after my grandchildren and meeting the new, diverse and interesting people I encounter every day with my work. I’m not a religious person but I very much enjoy learning and listening about all different kinds of religions, although I’m not looking to be “converted”. I believe everyone should be allowed to live his or her life to the fullest, as they see fit. At my age and the diverse life I’ve lived, I’ve learned that there is no one “right way” and it takes all kinds to make the world the interesting place it is. If you bring a positive outlook, a never say never attitude, good humor and little drama we just might hit it off.