Date men and women from United States / Alaska / Hope, 53 year old

Date single man from Hope, United States. In June of last year I found myself living alone for the first time in my life. A lot of the things I have taken for granted over the years, I have had to learn to do for myself. I would like to think this last year has made me a stronger, and hopefully a better person.
I found out that I could wash clothes if I had to. You can only buy so many pair of socks and underwear before they start piling up. And Goodwill won't take em unless they've been washed.
When June gets here, I will have been living by myself for 1 year, and I haven't starved. I despise eating out alone, so I started fooling around in the kitchen. I found out I don't mind cooking, I just need some pointers from a lady that knows all the secrets. If I happen to be off and she's working, I want to have a meal ready for her when she gets home. And I love the idea of the two of us cooking a meal together.
I have 3 sons who for the most part I have seen each day for the last 24 years. When their mother and I split last May, I moved 70 miles away from them because of my job. That has been the toughest adjustment I have had to make. I love what time we get to spend together now. I am very proud of them and the young men they are becoming. One bright spot of the last year was that during football season, 2, and most times, all 3 came down with their girfriends and watched all the Hog games with me.
I like the simple things in life and it doesnt take much to make me happy. I don't like to argue and fuss about things. I've decided that life is way to short for that. A couple should be able to disagree about something without having a knock down drag out.
I have a job that i really like. I want another reason to get up and go to work each day. I can't think of anything that would make work better than being there, taking care of business, and " her " never being far from my thoughts. Just knowing that she is going to be home at the end of the day makes it all worth while.
I hope to find a lady that shares some of my interests and enjoys being with me for who and what I am. One who would enjoy going out to eat and maybe a movie. Or if the notion strikes us maybe exploring new places and things to do. Or, on a cold and rainy day, maybe just huddling up and watching a good movie. I think it would be great on a Friday afternoon, on the spur of the moment, just getting in the car and taking off. Coming home Sunday afternoon, getting ready for the week ahead. Mainly just being together.
I'm just a one relationship type of guy. If I'm with someone, that person will be the only one in my life. I would like for her to feel that I am her best friend and she would be mine. I have old fashion values and want to find a woman that doesn't mind being treated like a lady. One who won't get mad if I open a door for her.
Trust is key to any good relationship and that would have to be from the beginning.

Meet people from Hope, United States. i am mpst grateful for my family. my parents are the most inportant people in my life. my friends describe me as funny, loving , giving, and a joy to be around. i would like to meet someone who enjoys going dancing and having fun. someone who loves to do things together, going places, hosting parties