Date women from United States / California, 46 year old - page 51

Date someone special from California, United States. Intelligent and humorous lady who is looking for a "straight" Christian man. I'm an active "eco-geek" who also aspires to the qualities described in Proverbs 31 - and believe that that requires something of an "equal" (but male) response on the part of a man. My potential date must have a smile and use it, brains and use them, beliefs that are active. He must be truly honest and lead a decently (defining this is a separate conversation) healthy lifestyle. He must also own a toothbrush and use it daily without prompting (Yes, even while camping!).
7/12 - I've finally "joined" so hadn't been able to view msgs, etc.if you sent before... Have been very busy getting Kiddo into college! This dating business has been languishing on the back burner, as it takes so much time - ugh. Placer County, where I live, is so very "married," at least in my world, which mainly consists of work (in education), church and missions, ferrying the teens about, procuring and preparing food, brief escapes to the woods/water, and dogs. But a LOT of each of those! The kid and I went on a "Homes of Hope" home building trip through church over Spring Break - it was great! I'm looking for a partner who will think that such a trip is a good use of time, money, and talent, a person who may go/have gone on one too. I'm not looking for a partner who is "just like me," but we do need to connect similarly in the areas of spiritual beliefs, environment/health, and intelligence/education. As for politics, I can't just check a box - I'm too conservative to be liberal, too liberal to be conservative, highly annoyed by those terms; don't think my religious check box determines my political one! There, that effectively just screened out about 90 % of my dating pool, huh? That, and the fact that I am both committed as a Christian AND committed as an ecologist/naturalist! Two things that got me excited this morning: A swallowtail butterfly and a honeybee side-by-side in a flower cluster, and that my compost is working - steaming along - geek, I told you!
I'm trying to upload more photos but apparently need more poorer-quality ones! It keeps telling me that they must be less than 5mb... I love this message I just got from match.com (after using "less than" symbol):
"Potentially dangerous characters were removed from the undefined" " Characters like __ are not allowed" Isn't that awesome? Now if they could just do that while filtering the men, not just the punctuation!!!
Why isn't there an "interest" or "sports" check box for kayaking?
I don't think much of online dating, especially "long distance," and think it's part of the reason I'm not meeting you guys out in the real world, doing the activities we say we enjoy... BTW, if you are still legally in a relationship, or really haven't taken the time to "recover" from your current/previous one, then go and heal - its worth it - do it for yourself, your kids, and your future mate ;)
Just joined 6/28/12 so will be here for just 3 mos. If you sent an email prior to June, I didn't get it; sorry...

Meet a woman from California, United States. It's a bit tricky starting this, so I'll just jump right in. Here are a few things you should know about me …
You'll usually find me with a smile on my face because I really do have a lot to smile about. I love my job, I live in one of the most beautiful places on earth, and I have family and friends who are supportive and present.
Work is important to me. People often think I'm crazy for teaching in a middle school, but I love it. I try to guide my students to becoming good, respectful people. It can be challenging, especially when they start to share what's really going on in their lives (and I start to realize what a sheltered upbringing I had as a kid!)... but I wouldn't trade it for the world.
I'm a bit of a goofball. I love to laugh and be around others who are relaxed and light hearted.
I enjoy getting out and being active. But lately, it's less about what I'm doing and more about spending quality time with good people.
There are certain qualities that I do look for in a man; someone who is kind, a gentleman, genuine, confident, and has a silly side. I'm hesitant to list much more. I know that we are all unique in our own ways. My match will know himself well (the good qualities as well as the quirks), heРІР‚в„ўll appreciate the little things in life, heРІР‚в„ўll have integrity, and he is available (and past the stage of wanting to date the masses). Too much to ask for? I hope not!
IРІР‚в„ўve not had the best luck with online dating, but I am an eternal optimist, so here I am.

Date a soulmate from California, United States. ***ONE MORE WINK WITH NO PIC I'M GONNA SCREAM! READ PICTURE CLAUSE...
This online thing is a little crazy. you view me.. I view you.. we sleep on it... maybe re-view in a day or two... Should I? Shouldn't I? It's like a bad monopoly game. I'm amazed at the flood of "winks" and no picture... don't be a blind winker please, I won't respond, that's like buying a grab bag and not knowing the contents. Emails w/ no pic get deleted, sorry. Also, I'm not looking for a texting buddy or pen pal, I like to live in the real world off the screen. A lot of texting is fine AFTER you meet someone.
**LITTLE ABOUT ME**
I come from a lg. Italian family (French Italian). I am the oldest of 32 grand kids. I'm playful, a practical joker, romantic/affectionate, loyal, considerate, spontaneous and comfy in my own skin. I can have a quirky sense of humor and find the funny in most things in life.I try to live by the golden rule, I believe you will reap what you sow.I love cooking for others and hosting parties for my fam and friends.
I'm on my 2nd career as a personal trainer, I love helping people reach their fitness goals and I'm in process of building a business for adult special needs exercise programs.
I'm a mom before I'm anything else. I take my role as a mom very seriously, I get one chance to do this parenting thing right, my goal is to make my kiddo's childhood memorable and a positive experience!
**WHAT GRABS MY ATTENTION**
At this age we should know what works for us and what doesnРІР‚в„ўt, life experiences define that. IРІР‚в„ўm attracted to a man who values family, has a fun sense of adventure, is playful yet stable and knows what he wants, wishy washy drives me batty. Respect, good character, integrity and a playful spirit are very attractive. I'm drawn to old fashioned values. Looking for that sparky chemistry. NOT interested in a one night stand.
Fitness and health are a "lifestyle" for me. The heart of a man and chemistry seals the deal, but it's important to take care of yourself. If you smoke, dine at Mickey DРІР‚в„ўs and take meds to balance out your emotional state of mind, we're not a good match:o) I'm not looking for Iron Man, just someone who values his health.
Looking for someone emotionally available and ready to enjoy life with a special someone.
**THE HOBBY DEAL**
I'm not looking for a carbon copy of me, someone with similar interests and different interests creates a balance.We are all different,having different interests is healthy,otherwise you could just marry yourself and be happy forever..with YOU! :o)
**THE COMMUNICATION CLAUSE**
No communication is a great prescription for a failed relationship,not interested in surface relationships. .I'm an expressive and don't do well with having to guess where someone is at. Communication is the thread that keeps relationships strong, no communication and no affection is a slow death for me.
**PICTURES SAY A THOUSAND WORDS. NO REALLY**
It's fair to post CURRENT pics, a lot can happen in one year! Not interested in your mode of transportation, your iguana, your pooch or your fav sunset pic (I've seen a coastline thank you). We can picture share your man toys i.e your jeep, motorcycle, tractor, hovercraft and boat later. I don't want to play "Where's Waldo" with your photos. The 5 photos of you and your cell in your bathroom mirror makes a statement about your social life. 9 pics of you in a baseball cap and sunglasses - what are you hiding? I want to see your eyes, they tell a lot about you! The pictures you guys post with your forehead and up cut off - that's like a woman who only posts pictures from her neck up, think about it.
**ALL TIME FAVORITE SAYING BY PEOPLE ONLINE**
"I love to laugh", really people? Is there someone out there who is really thinking "don't make me laugh cause it makes me sad?
2nd all time fav is the "looking for an honest or nice girl".I don't think anyone is looking for a nasty liar, no need to state the obvious.

Meet someone special from United States. We are preternaturally happy and enthusiastic about life in general. Both nature and culture are important to us. We have an eye for beauty and an ear for great sound. We are direct, communicative, natural, and devoted to understanding even if we might not agree. Though I am 46 I have some good eggs left according to the doctor, and on that note, we are more interested in being parents than ensuring our biological lineage. (I am culturally Jewish.) We like to dance. We understand that our astounding beauty, crackling humor, and flexible intellect are so much greater than this medium can contain or express. We trust that the Universe will bring us our complement: our best fit.

Date a woman from United States. Been there done that looking for someone who enjoys life no drama easy to be with spontaneous someone who has good sense of humor and a bit naughty or alot naughty luv to go to Vegas at a moments notice or drive to Santa Barbara to have a beer

Meet a soulmate from United States. Looking for one who is both INTERESTED and INTERESTING.
You are self aware, proactive and enjoy working out both your body and mind regularly. You encourage those around you and in turn you are surrounded with positive energy. You embrace a good laugh, a good drink, and a good meal, but not a good smoke. You are a romantic, sensual, affectionate and appreciate nuance in both language as well as in your surroundings. You are focused on the future, but have learned from your past. You know what you want in life and love and youРІР‚в„ўre brave enough to be engaged in their pursuit. You are financially stable and prefer quality to quantity.
I am West Side Woman... part West LA / part Upper West Side NYC. Although I am a latte drinking Seinfeldian theorist, my thinking is philosophical, analytical, ironic, idealistic and realistic. I have traveled through a plethora of countries, and have been known to take up to 5 different modes of transportation to get to one place. I have a great appreciation for the arts and a passion for inventive forms with function. Good humor, great truffles, fantastic adventures, and creative thinking are my passions. I also love to spin, paddle surf, and experience other forms of physical activity that take me to the next level.
I wish to find a man with whom I have ultimate intellectual, emotional, physical and aesthetic chemistry… I know you’re out there somewhere!
PS: Please have a picture posted and your profile accessible if you would like me to respond to your E-mail.

. am a hard working woman. friends describe me as outspoken, outgoing and peaceful. i have a great sense of humor and always find humor in little things.i need a man that needs me.a companion who can become my best friend and my closest friend.i would never turn down an opportunity with an amazing man simply because amazing people in general are hard to find.i like people who have the same values as myself and who are all around good people.honesty, devotion and rspect is inevitably what i want. i like men who are men. maturity, dedication and stability are sexy, not necessarily a hot facehaving someone great to share your life with is amazing.

. I am a very honest woman- too honest if you ask me. lol ! I am funny - I laugh at my own jokes. I would love to find someone who is also honest and serious about being in a relationship and not just out for one thing. I am a Christian woman but I am not perfect or an angel. I have a very serious side but I am also very spontaneous and love to have fun !!! However, I would also like my match to be a Christian. I know there is no perfect person in the world but maybe there is someone who is perfect for me. Someone who will love me unconditionally and will protect me, hold me, comfort me, treat me like the lady I am but know that I am also a woman, someone who understands that I will always put God first in my life, with God comes love (lots of love for my man), family and career (unless I win the Lotto lol), someone who will listen to my funny stories /sad stories / love stories.. And someone I can kiss anytime I want............ I am a very passionate person and I would recommend picking up the book "The Five Love Languages"
The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts
By: Gary Chapman
Okay, with that said I will share that I have 2 Love Languages ---- The first one is "Words of Affirmation". If we find ourselves attracted to one another and on our first date you may then get to see my second Love Language. lol
Big hugs and kisses to you my special man..
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. I guess I should start off by saying I'm an East Coaster - born and raised in New York. Grew up on Long Island and moved to Manhattan in my early twenties. My next most important quality I think, and my friends would agree, is that I love to laugh. There's nothing I enjoy more than spending time with my friends, family, good wine and good food. I'm proud that I have lived my life the way I've chosen to live. I've been working since I was eighteen, but have always made time for fun. To me, having fun ranges from anything to the typical going out for drinks to playing/watching sports to lounging at the beach to having dinner with my parents. I'm looking for someone who is confident in who he is, has a good sense of humor and has goals and ambitions. I want someone who is mature, but who can also appreciate the silly things in life and who brings out the best in me. Someone who is comfortable in a suit and tie, but who can also throw on a pair of jeans and head to a ball game. My biggest goal is to enjoy life to the fullest.

. I'm a very nice person who cherishes truth, sincerity and people who truly desire to cultivate friendships and relationships. I'm not into texting to communicate and believe there are some things that simply should not be said in text messages. I do not like men who always keep their phones on silent and let all calls go to voice mail. I'm personable and candid. I expect the same. Emotional and physical health is appreciated and I do not care for people who mask and hide who they really are. Would love to have a friend I can simply date with no games and no encroaching on my life. I am definitely not what you may expect at first meeting, the depths are me are like the clear gentle stream flowing and leaping into the fathomless ocean of eternal love.
Would like to meet someone who wants to be friends first...however long this takes. Someone that wants to share laughter, dates and honest conversation. Someone who will not label me or make light of my dreams. Someone who appreciates exquisiteness as well as simplicity.
A person who has a life and will not take it personally when I need time to focus on the food on my plate. Can you understand this?
Oh one more thing, I'm not a casual sex person and yes I do believe I am that good thing that has not been found.

. I grew up in a large family. I have four older brothers and a younger sister. With older brothers sports were big in our family. I was a tom boy and adore my brothers. I grew up and now I'm "all girl" but love sports. I am seriously drama free. I am a very loyal friend and family is a priority to me.
My favorite achievement is the relationship I have with my two daughters ages 17 and 20.

. I like to laugh and have fun. I'm a kid at heart and have been told I have a serious side. I love looking at life in the best possible way and try not to take things too seriously. If you don't have a smile, I can give you one of mine.
I'm a tall, medium build, very feminine woman who looks at the world optimistically. I love good conversation, positive people, hand holding and gentle kisses. I like to travel, go out with my friends and just enjoy life. People say I am goal oriented, have a good head on my shoulders, and very intelligent..does my mother count? I have a great sense of humor, love to laugh, and love being a woman.
I love be outside. It can be walking, hiking, or the beach. Other outside activities I'm open to as well because I'm a great spectator. I also like the game Words With Friends, only when I'm winning, though.
These are recent photos but I now have another hairstyle.
I'm seeking a man who is loving, gentle and supportive. He's encouraging, thoughtful and honest. He likes spending time with his woman, is not jealous, judgmental or conceited. He cares about his appearance, and is looking for his best friend to share his secrets.
I'm definitely attracted to intellectual, goal oriented men. I also tend to get along better with men who have traditional values and are family oriented.
I'd like my mate to be patient, be able to express himself, have a great smile, and be energetic. He is ready to settle down, enjoys family and is looking for his best friend. He is sure of himself and can hold a great conversation. He is not afraid to try new foods or travel. He is also level-headed, loving and attentive. His sense of humor is intact and he has a tolerance of other people's feelings and ideals.
I don't have any children but am open to adopting an older child.
I'll close for now and wish you a great day!