Date men and women from United States / Alabama / Homewood, 72 year old

Date a soulmate from Homewood, United States. I am active, impatient, driven, lazy, inspired, motivated...but not all at the same time. I like to go places, do things, see people, enjoy life. I like to travel, all over. Been in all 50 states and most of Canada and Mexico and a lot of Europe. I live alone and take care of my house, car, whatever. Still work a little on the side just to have something to do. I like to talk, discuss politics, go out to eat. I can't and won't dance. End of that discussion. I like to write short stories, essays, stories about people I have known, stories related to my career. A few have been published, but nothing big. My ideal match will be attractive, slim to average, educated and well-read. She'll like to cuddle and be close. She will like to travel sometimes. I'd like to take her to Strasbourg in France for a week or so. One of my favorite places. Also Florence, Italy. Yet, I find a lot of interesting places locally and in the US. My ideal match will be cheerful mostly, with bitchy days here and there excused (I have the same rights). I want my ideal match to bring her own ideas to the situation, and I'll bet I can take part in most of her ideas. I am not dyed in the wool, set in my ways, obstinate about anything. I think I am known for wit and humor and sometimes being a little far out. Nothing drastic though. If my match would like a glass of wine with me at a meal or at bedtime, that's fine. A pint of vodka a day won't get it at all. I'd like for my match to be able to enjoy quiet time with me, no big plans, no big ideas, lay back and enjoy some TV or a movie. Go to an art show, or whatever type show she likes. Teach me new things in life. We should be able to both arise, just waiting to see what the day will bring. I want to be excited to see her coming, and vice versa. I don't want to rush into anything. Going slow will pay dividends in the future. I have been divorced 13 years and on good terms with my ex. She lives 150 miles away, about the right distance for an ex. I think my friends would describe me as dependable. Basically, I am a straight-up guy, no hidden faults. I have no secrets. I like a neat, clean house, but am not a fanatic, anal in my ideas.