Date women from United States / Arkansas / Oakland, 43 year old

Date a soulmate from Arkansas, United States. I am an affectionate, honest, caring, passionate and compassionate eternal optimist who is extremely grateful for each day. I try to always be present and mindful in the things I do. I enjoy exercise, hiking, dancing, meditation and reading. I love to explore new places and meet new interesting people along the way. Life is a miracle that needs to be cherished and enjoyed to the fullest extent. I belive in life-long learning and discovery. I am a social and spiritual human being with an open mind who belives in the interconnectedness of all things. I have worked in healthcare fundraising for the last 13 years and have two wonderful grown children. Family is very important to me. I love music, dance, theater and the arts. Most of all, I love a good laugh and am able to laugh at myself. Did I mention, I play a mean game of pool too :) I enjoy taking road trips up or down the coast and going wine tasting in Napa or Sonoma.
I'd like to find someone special who is compassionate, caring, honest and a good communicator. You are in touch with yourself and portray a silent self-confidence. You take pride in and care for your body (and mind). You enjoy learning and exploring new places and things. You are open minded and affectionate. You enjoy similar interests and are financially stable. Most of you, you have a good sense of humor and enjoy a good conversation.

Meet someone special from Arkansas, United States. I love hiking, cooking, going to the beach, running, movies, dining out, live music, wandering neighborhoods and small towns and always looking for the road less traveled. I love the open mindedness of the Bay Area and all that there is to do. I do miss my family who are all back in Madison, WI.
Here are some thoughts and ways that are important to me...hopefully some will resonate with you... a life that isn't manic... Relationships that are seriously rich with trust, love, communication, commitment, passion, dedication, laughter and longevity... Conversations that range from serious and deep to goofy and absurd.. Much time spent together..Some time spent alone.. Time with friends. Time with family.... Talk is good.. Quiet time is equally good.. Empathy is a gift. Sitting down and sharing dinner is healthy...Working hard and being successful makes sense.. Humbleness is crucial.. Occasionally getting wild and crazy is mandatory... Sometimes staying in bed all day is worth it...Relaxing is a must... Being smitten is fun.. Passion is necessary.. Holding hands is really nice.. Kissing is underrated.. Growing old together is a dream worth pursuing.
Good luck in your search....and don't stop believing.

Date a woman from Arkansas, United States. I am a fun loving woman who likes to have a good time. I love adventure. I am very spontaneous, and can have fun doing almost anything, as long as I am with the right person. I work hard and love my kids. I am looking for a long-term relationship with a wonderful romantic and adventurous man.

Meet a soulmate from Oakland, United States. IРІР‚в„ўve been described as being easy to get along with, perceptive and a good listener. IРІР‚в„ўd say IРІР‚в„ўm equal parts analytical and intuitive. I fall closer to the introverted end of the personality spectrum, though I open up around people IРІР‚в„ўm comfortable with and laugh easily.
I’m originally from Chicago and have been here for six years. I find it funny when Californians say they’re going “to the snow.” It still surprises me that “the snow” no longer comes to me. I love the Bay Area’s natural beauty and need frequent and regular doses of it. At the same time, I’m energized and inspired by San Francisco and city life.
Some of my interests include travel (have been to quite a few places, lived in Tokyo), walking/hiking, meditation/energy healing, movies, lectures and book talks. I enjoy museums and a variety of types of performances, lately dance. I like going out but can be just as content staying at home.
I'd love to meet someone who's independent minded, self aware, empathetic, creative and grounded. A person who's trustworthy and has integrity. Someone who's not afraid to get his hands dirty and wouldn't care that my cats walk around on the counters. Someone who uses both his right and left brain. An old soul. A good listener. Someone who laughed at Zoolander (okay, maybe that's asking too much!).

Date someone special from Oakland, United States. IРІР‚в„ўm an intelligent, down to earth, generous, and responsible girl with a sarcastic sense of humor. IРІР‚в„ўm quite shy - but it doesnРІР‚в„ўt take long for me to warm up to a person.
Enjoy reading, long walks (with my favorite canine), hiking, fine dining, live music, weekend road trips, and camping.
Love early mornings and prefer hot springs over hot tubs, swimming in lakes rather than swimming pools, and casual bike rides to road bike cycling.

Meet a woman from Oakland, United States. I'm creative and low-key. I rather like my job and work as a freelance illustrator and designer. I started out as an illustrator but now i'm working on mostly games and apps.
It's a rather charmed profession. I'm quite dependable and rational for an artist. I can be rather mischievous when i get to know you. So it would make me happy if you have a good sense of humor.
I have some good friends. I'm generally low-key but can be talkative with the right people. I love talking and hanging out with people who have similar interest. or just having fun conversations.. without similar interests. lol..
I've traveled a bit and it's nice but i think i think it's even better if you have fun with someone having picnic at a parking lot.
I'm not someone who likes to be the center of the attention, but i do well with outgoing and gregarious people. I'm curious by nature, good with my hands, comes with being an artist. I'm learning to be a better cook. I do the basic stuff well but once in a while i have new obsessions. Lately it's pickling and chocolate covered stuff.. (not together thankfully. ;-b)
I think b/c i like my work and it helps to keep my spirits up. So i hope there's also something you love about your life(your job, a hobby , or families/friends) that keeps you optimistic. I find that i do better with ppl who are also passionate about something in their lives. Outgoing is a plus but as long as you're reasonably social it's fine by me. Someone who's active and enjoy the outdoors is great too.
I like outdoors. i work out at the gym regularly..I bike and hike..the usual stuff. I'd like to check out all the summer festivals. so if you find my profile interesting perhaps we can hang out at some.
I'm looking for someone who's friendly, optimistic, somewhat content with the direction your life is going . Have friends and families you love. Can roll with the punches when there's a bump on the road, I'm sort of the same way. Someone who doesn't think relationship is a cure-all but life is better lived with the right partner.

Date a soulmate from United States. I am a happy and sincere person, love family and friends. I am active and love nature and outdoors.
I am looking for a serious relationship of love and respect. I like a guy who is intelligent, humble, warm-hearted, optimistic and grateful. Who loves life and people in his life.
Not sure what else, the rest we have to find out by ourselves.

Meet someone special from United States. I'm a great person: smart, responsible, successful, driven, never been in jail LOL, spiritual, independent, fun! My friends describe me as: thoughtful, caring, hard-working, insightful, good listener. I decided that I need to make time for love and here I am. I hope to meet someone who's looking for the other half. I know exactly what I want by the way. Insecure need not to apply. : )
My first date is something like a walk in the park, a drink at a pub, no movies or big plans, just simplicity
I'm starting to plan a trip to probably India or Europe again, or both! It would be fun to have you as my partner!
I would love to have you close from home so we can go the gym after work, take the dogs for a walk or simply go by the water to get fresh air after a hard day at the office...

Date a woman from United States. I always take my shoes off in the house, prefer dinner at 9pm and never take anything for granted. A decade of globe-trotting gave me an education I could not have received at a university. Raised in the mid-West, I have a good moral/ethical base. IРІР‚в„ўm traditional, not conventional - I like a man to open the door for me and I like to break the rules. IРІР‚в„ўll try anything once.
A good time, all the time and making the best of every situation is crucial for me. Witty, funny, punchy and able to hold a conversation with the janitor or the president of an international corporation - being a chameleon - keeps things interesting for me. I love to mix-it-up.
A well-groomed man with good manners, kindness and decorum are important to me. Do you have a penchant for pop-culture, a sense of style and stellar taste in music? I love a guy who can make a joke, even when something isnРІР‚в„ўt going right. If youРІР‚в„ўre quick on your feet, wickedly funny and ready for anything, send me an email.

. A MAN WHO KNOWS HOW TO INTRODUCE HIMSELF!
INTELLIGENT (well-read, write(r) wthe ability to comprehend)
I AM LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS SPECIAL FOR ME...(Awwww:)
Confident and rich with integrity; Down-to-earth wclass; Saved; Wise; A nurturer who is emotionally and physically available, hug, kisses and cuddles; Understanding and sincere; Well-spoken, great communicator wo use of profanity. Clean, fresh and well dressed, semi-trendy and dress within your age range (Got Swag?. Must be taller than I:) We must have a MUTUAL physical and spiritual compatible chemistry. (Yum!:)
Are you flexible and VERY open to change and experiencing new ideas? Are you a GREAT listener who is polite and respectful? Are you willing to pray with me and for me with or without request, even if you don't know how to pray, would you try for us? Yes, you will have to value and trust in me, unconditionally. I won't fail you. Fact: Some things I am better at accomplishing than you. Therefore, you will have to be very confident within your own masculinity and SELF with the ability to submit; having a great head on your shoulders will automatically allow you to do so; and you too will have the wisdom to pick your battles wisely.

. A girl with big brown eyes and a friendly smile seeks a fun, creative, and laid back guy. Looking for someone independent that wants to be a true partner. Also, someone centered, compassionate, romantic, silly, funny, honest, sociable, passionate about life, and financially responsible/stable.
I'm a Business Manager (solar industry), a Grad Student and a Nature Photographer; a true Gemini. I would really enjoy a person that I could spend time with in the outdoors; someone who can be patient while I take photos. I'm interested in spending quality time together - could be dinner, a walk on the beach, staying up late debating politics, taking a road trip, going to art galleries, sitting in the bleachers at a baseball game, or taking a bike ride together.
Things I like: contemporary art and design, simplicity, checking out new places, meeting new people, the city and the country (no suburbs please), my 10 yr old dog Sade (named after the singer), someone that makes me laugh, a good glass of cabernet, hanging out with close friends, going to the movies, and organic gardening. Being environmentally conscious/responsible is really important to me as well.
Favorite musicians - Stevie Wonder, Sade, Margin Gaye, U2, Sting, Johhny Cash, John Denver, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Miles Davis, Maroon 5, Coldplay, and Jai Uttal. Also love classical music. Favorite artists - Georgia O'Keeffe, Galen Rowell, Ansel Adams, Franchesco Pelleschi, Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, Andy Goldsworthy, and Jonathan Chester (I was his former assistant).

. IРІР‚в„ўm a writer. I do other stuff for a paycheck, but IРІР‚в„ўm a writer. I didnРІР‚в„ўt figure that out until a few years ago, so when I say it, IРІР‚в„ўm telling both of us. People read what I write. Some like it. It amazes me. I hope it always does.
Other things about me: I am sort of obsessed with monks and competitive cooking shows. Not really obsessed, but if there were a television show in which monks cooked competitively, IРІР‚в„ўd be all in.
My favorite smells are cucumbers, toast and wet pavement. I am an excellent car singer. I'm not into conspicuous consumption, but I do like boots.
I am a fan of pinball, coffee, certain fonts and Carmex. I love pedicures and brunch but have both rarely to keep them special.
I have a six foot memory foam beanbag. It is awesome.
I donРІР‚в„ўt wash my car as often as I should.
I prefer spontaneity to plans. If I make plans, I will keep them. I am always learning something. I'm learning more about cooking (see below) and am doing some research for the novel I just started. I would love to learn how to surf. I would look ridiculous doing so. I donРІР‚в„ўt care. It looks like fun.
I’m not crazy about chain restaurants or the word “literally.”
I look a lot younger than I am.
Some stuff about who I'd like to meet: I like creative people who are interesting and interested. Converse. Smile. Ask questions. Answer them. Do not be afraid to be an awesome cook. It is also totally acceptable to build and fix things. I will help. I like cooking as an activity. I eat cereal for dinner when I eat alone. I am not handy, but I will bring you cool beverages and be very impressed and maybe give you a trophy or something.