Date men and women from United States / Alaska / North Pole, 62 year old

Date people from North Pole, United States. I am looking for someone that will be a real friend and companion. I am honest and fun loving and look for the same in a person. I do enjoy good conversation and just enjoying the little things in life. Staying in by a nice fire in the winter or a good BBQ in the summer are as good as traveling to far off places. I like to travel around our great state in the summers and take time to travel to a little warmer climates in the winter. I would like to have a nice lady to share my travels with.
I am kind of old school and still believe in treating a lady as a lady. Opening doors, complementing her and just being respectful. I do believe that we all need our "own space" from time to time but together time should be a priority and always made to be a special event.
Cooking is a survival skill that I have learned through the years and enjoy doing it now. My friends say that I'm pretty good at it and I don't think that I have ever made anyone sick! I also enjoy a good meal out and like a wide variety of food. I do drink alcohol in a social setting but don't let it control my life.
Live life to the fullest while being a good person and not hurting others. Stay optimistic and look for the bright spots and everything will come together as expected. I try to remember that life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain.
Thanks for taking the time to give me a look.