Date men and women from United States / Alabama / Lafayette, 49 year old

Date a soulmate from United States. I am a professional who does not have time for games. I take my work seriously and I take family and relationships seriously. I would like to find someone who enjoys dining in or grilling out, home cooked meals occassionally, spending time with friends and traveling. I love the outdoors and enjoy the beach, camping, fishing, and sports. I am an avid Alabama football fan and like to attend games occassionally and tailgate with friends. I love Rodeo's, motorcyles, and lots of different outdoor activities. I am easy going and fun to be around. I surround myself with friends and family who have great personalities and enjoy life.

Meet a man from United States. I feel like many of my peers are starting to sit on the beach, take it easy, while out in break I'm raring to catch the next wave. If you feel like life is still accelerating for you, read on.
I doubt astrology means much, but I'm equal parts of my Chinese symbol (the rabbit) and my Zodiac sign (the bull). I've worked for multinational corporations but also owned my own small business. I'm a successful creative artist (writing) but am currently pursuing an MBA. Although I've visited most US states plus many foriegn countries, sometimes the best place in the world is home on a three day weekend. I enjoy the spotlight but don't need it. My sense of humor is one of my greatest assets yet I know when to be serious. While I tend to be diplomatic and open-minded (the rabbit), I can also be focused and foreful when needed (the bull).
My cultural tastes range pretty wide. Right now I seem to be watching more documentaries and standup comedy than movies. Musically I go from Vivaldi to Theivery Corporation to Lee Perry to Foster the People.
I'm a confident cook who's been known to enjoy a cooking class. Sometimes it's hard to muster the motivation to cook from scratch for just me. Most days I watch my carbs and sugars, but I'll still have a couple bites of good dark chocolate (it's healthy!). I aim for one new food experience each week, even if it's just the new flavor of bagged popcorn from Trader Joe's.
In the coming year, I want to become a hometown surfer instead of just a vacation surfer. (Just bought a board!) I want to continue becoming a more curious and visual thinker.There's no such thing as bad travel to me, and I wonder if I can fit in London this year.
All of which means that, like many of the people I read about one Match, I like to think of myself as engaging and varied and multi-dimensional, still very much growing and learning, occasionally making mistakes along the way but trying to recover from them gracefully.
I'm looking for a partner with humor, compassion, integrity, confidence, and passion. Chemistry is important to me. Yes, I'd like someone who makes me bite my lip whenever she enters the room. Physical attraction is nice to start, but emotional beauty is much more important in the long run. To be blunt, I think it's easy to spot someone you might want to sleep with, but I'm more interested in finding someone I want to wake up with next week, the next month, next year. Ultimately I want to find someone I can love and share with. Can you be punny and insightful and sarcastic and sympathetic all in the same conversation? Do you like to hold hands? Can you accept and enjoy someone as they are while also looking forward to who they are trying to become?
I hope you can, and if you can, email me.
PS I've read that people expect other people on online dating services to lie about themselves. This is my disclaimer that everything here to the best of my ability is accurate. I'd love to tell you that I'm 6'2 tall, make $500,000, and drive a Bentley, but then we'd both be embarrassed later down the line and no one enjoys that. I can also tell you that I'm not 5'3", out of shape, broke, addicted, or living with my parents. One thing that doesn't easily fit in Match.com's forms: I was divorced prior to being widowed. Both were years ago, I've grown a lot from the experiences, and hoping for new fun experiences with someone awesome, maybe someone like you.

Date single man from United States. I am a fun person who cares about staying healthy and being responsible. I am seeking someone who feels the same way about themselves and is looking for the possibility of a relationship. I am single and happy but would prefer to share my happiness with the right person.

Meet people from United States. My Ideal match may not fit all of the typical ideals, but really, Love cannot be based on too many superficials if it is going to build into something truly beautiful. I have a good sense of humor and long for someone that can make me laugh like there is no tomorrow.

Date people from United States. I am an insane gold digger! Actually, I seem to be perceived as an attractive, fit, positive person. My friends would describe me as kind, down to earth, honest, calm, a loving mom, independent, and adventurous. My children are my priority, and my greatest joy. Between raising the kids and my work, I will admit to being short on time, so if you're seeking a soulmate to share most waking hours, that is probably not me! On the other hand, if you have an active, interesting life of your own, complete with good friends, and a little free time, you should know I appreciate a kind heart, quick wit, verbal skills, honesty, and all the Boy Scout traits (minus the homophobia) wrapped up in the soul of a citizen of the world. Assorted thoughts: I believe each day is precious, that I have no idea what the future may hold, nor any goals in particular other than following my heart, and that the simplest things in life are the best. My ideal relationship is one of communication, joy, laughter, mutual support, and ease. And no drama.

Meet a soulmate from Lafayette, United States. Friends and family are very important to me. So are integrity, morals and character. I had my own design and import business and now have a corporate job with a lot of responsibility. My life is happy and busy!. My friends would describe me as very smart, kind, very sarcastic, edgy, funny,beautiful and sophisticated (I should date myself, (ha, ha! )love to have conversations about news, business and what makes people tick. I enjoy a good banter. I am always trying to grow and mentally challenge myself. I have traveled all over the world. But, there are still lots of places to see left!. I don't have a lot of free time and I like to make the most of the time that I have available. I am very passionate and caring. I have a huge heart and am always the first person there for my friends and family. What am I looking for in a man? Someone who is secure enough in himself to be with a woman who is also secure. Chemistry is a must for me in a relationship. If there is chemistry, great! If not, maybe friendship.
Just a note- I look younger than my age by quite a bit. I have also been told that I am much prettier than my pictures show. Please be respectful of who I am looking for. I take care of myself and would need to be with someone who does the same. Looks aren't everything . But, similarly, there does need to be chemistry. For me it is important to take care of the inside AND the outside of yourself.

Date a woman from Lafayette, United States. The key to a flawless relationship is open communication and honesty on both sides,i need someone that can treat me the way they would want to be treated,and that is with honesty,care,and love..Someone who enjoys the outdoors,like a boom fire on a star lit night on a blanket,or to just cuddle up and watch a movie Love and friendship is what I like. Love and friendship makes relationship much better.

Meet someone special from Lafayette, United States. Me? I am a happy, self-sufficient, emotionally stable woman looking for someone to share my life with. I love my job. I work with great people and have a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I have two wonderful daughters who are now in college. I am close to my mother and brother. I have a nice network of friends with whom I like to spend time. I travel a couple of times a year. Giving back to my community is important to me. All-in-all a great life, but would like to find that special someone for companionship in my adventures.
You? I love to laugh and a good sense of humor is a must as is a positive outlook on life. I am looking for someone who likes to spend time outdoors. Hiking or road riding (mountain biking is a possibility too, but I like to stay up-right on my bike) are my main outdoor activities these days, but I am game! Movies, going out for dinner, the occassional museum and maybe even the ballet are ok with you too as is spending time at home. Despite being an independent woman, I am a bit of a traditionalist when it comes to relationships. I like a man who opens doors and pulls out chairs. I like a man who treats me as an equal, but is not afraid to take the lead. I am looking for a best friend with whom I also have great chemistry.

Date men and women from Lafayette, United States. I've been on match for a year - its been an interesting experience.
So,
I could say I have no kids, a job that allows me the time and money to fly around and travel whenever, and that I ride my bike or go to the gym daily. None of this is true :-) I have great kids (older), a solid career, and am in good shape (5"3,113pounds last I checked - slender) and I walk, dance and excercise at home to stay fit.
I love the city - museums and theater, as well as heading off to the beach or mountains for a bit of fun.
I enjoy a good meal, either out or prepared at home (I'd love to have someone to cook with again)
I would describe myself as loyal, fun, smart, passionate, caring, generous, and pretty easy going.
I know that there are men out there who have the same interests and qualities I see in myself. If you are looking for a long term relationship and are interested enough to find out more about me please do email - one never knows.
Best of luck to all

Meet people from Lafayette, United States.
What makes a match. I say it's the chemistry! When you meet you know it. It's not about what you love, what you do, it's about that first smile, that makes your heart flutter. Yes! He's a sweet man, a kind man, he's established, and looking for a best friend. All these lists, all this bragging, does it really matter? It is what is in your heart, not what you can do. A relationship is based on trust, communication, willing to want your partner to be happy, caring deeply for a passionate relationship. Who has fun whether we're eating at the finest restaurant or finding the best burger in town. Has fun just hanging out at home, watchng a DVD, going to a movie, watching a sports game, whether basketball, football, soccer, tennis. Yes, I love sports. Most men on the west coast don't really seem to be interested in watching sports. Are you an original? Do you love movies, I do. I've studied film and view it as an art form. Do you enjoy an intelliegent conversation? Are you a rennaisance man, can you talk about finance, politics, world events, ever read or seen a play by Shakespeare, whose your favorite painter? Oh, and I am liberal, and educated, intelligent woman. If you look at the pictures, they haven't been photoshopped. I have talked to a few famous people, spent the night watching the Giants with Willie Mays in his box, a world famous heart surgeon, a make up artist to the stars, been to fabulous events in San Francisco, the opening of the ballet. Ask Tony La Rusa, real men do love ballet. Love Breakfast at Tiffany's and Moon River, Rod Stewart, Adele, Katy Perry, JayZ, Beyonce, Rap, love concerts, seen the Stones, Paul, Bette Midler, the Beach boys, Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, among others. I do love Broadway plays. I am an East Coast babe, moved out here to rebel, San Francisco, looking for freedom. Wish we could meet at a bookstore, oops they don't exist. I worked from the time I was 16, love diversity, respect who people are not what they do. I did find love on match.com, and he was my exact opposite. So I say again what can you tell from a list. I live in the moment, I appreciate each day, and when someone touches my heart they stay there forever. Are you a sweet, kind, sensitive man? After reading all these various emails on match, as Carrie would say, " I wonder if anyone on this site is looking for companionship, a best friend?"
I'm orignally from the mid-west. Let's see we read books, went to movies, plays, art museums, played scrabble, chess, admired intellgent conversation, sat by the fire, snuggled, hugged, held hands, walked barefoot on hot summer nights thru the fields, laid on blankets and watched shooting stars, driving thru town with the top down, wind whirling thru your hair.
I love intelligent, slim, witty men who make me laugh! I am an intelligent, slim, witty woman who loves to laugh. I want my first love to be as great as my first love! I am a water person, love to swim, snorkel, give me a beach, an ocean, a lake, and I am at peace. I am a simple perosn, I love Lake Tahoe, weekends at Carmel, Bodega Bay, Napa, everything our beautiful bay area has to offer. It opened it arms to me, embraced me, and I am happy to be here, content, peaceful. I just want a friend, someone to listen, to hold me, and I will always be there for you. I am a giving, loving, and thoughtful woman.

Date a soulmate from Alabama, United States. Hello to all gentlemen , I should say , may be i am a little old fashion passionate who is interested to meet a man who is looking for a girl friend with long lasting relationship , still believing real love , loyalty , companionship and with honesty which is very
important in a healthy relationship . If you are looking for the same may be i am a right person for you because mutual
interests make a good relationship works .
So do not hesitate to drop me a note . Thanks for stopping by .
P.S. Please just gentlemen live 8 mile from Lafayette or Walnut creek send me message . Thanks

Meet a woman from Alabama, United States. outgoing yet laidback, nice looking but not fussy seeks kind and gentle intellectual for laughter and romance.
funny and secure, athletic, intuitive and sincere looking for a good person who knows himself and accepts the ups and downs with a mellow attitude.