Date women from United States / California / Anaheim Hills, 47 year old

Date a woman from United States. I'm a romantic. Far from hopeless, though. I love to touch, feel and explore. I love holding your hand, cuddling w/you by an outdoor fire on a cool evening, walking along the beach w/you when all of a sudden I stop . . . look into your eyes, gently take your face in my soft hands and kiss you slowly, yet passionately as the waves crash and people stare in envy. Ahhh . . ..
I have an interactive mind and enjoy great conversation. Odds are you won't find me reading the WSJ or Newsweek, but don’t assume I know nothing about business or politics. Talk radio, ESPN SportsCenter and PTI – love �em. My style -- casual -- prefer jeans and a cute shirt with a splash of color, but give me an additional 5 minutes and I can rock a great dress just as easily.
You will be financially stable, unpretentious, honest and easy-going. Through my smile, you will be able to easily identify the genuineness of my character. You will appreciate my romantic side, my compassion and devotion to that which is important to me. I have been blessed with a quick wit and can be considered somewhat sarcastic and, at times, honest to a fault. You will love that I can hold up my end of a conversation and banter with the best even if it's not with you. You will find humor in the littlest things and recognize the value of laughter in the craziness of our day-to-day life.
I will bring out the best in you. I'll be a source of strength for you through both the good times and the bad. Your face will light up when you think about me or talk about me to other people. I'll be the first person you want to talk to in the morning and the last one at night. I'll be the one who brings you chicken soup when you're sick with the flu and you'll be the one who's there to give me a hug when I need reassurance or comforting. I may not like to watch and do all that you do, but I'll respect and support your desired pastimes and I'll have my own set of interests that I do without you that you're supportive of. Most importantly, you will accept my kids, as I will yours, if you have any.
I'm no trophy wife, drama queen or plastic Barbie. I am as God intended for me to be -- au natural. Although, I'm not at that stage in life where I can get up and go on a whim, I love planned trips and weekend getaways with you where we can stay up all night, sleep in all day and never have to leave the room if we don't want to.
I've got good, solid friendships, two great kids (16 and 12) that don't yet see spending time with "Mom" as uncool. Although, my real job provides me with a paycheck and some great perks, my most rewarding job is being a good mom to my boys.
I like being active -- hiking, biking, people-watching, attending sporting events, watching current flicks and musicals /stage shows / concerts at the various performing arts centers. I welcome exposure to new activities and experiences. So bring it on. I enjoy home-cooked meals, the beach and mountains, hanging out with my kids, as well as cheering them on in their extra-curricular activities. Haven't traveled abroad, but I have passport just in case...

Meet someone special from United States. I used to be in Sales but changed my career ('cause sales included travelling) in order to raise my son on my own, after the divorce. I like me and who I've become, especially being a mom!. I'm silly and I laugh a lot; compassionate but "ballsy"; sweet but am not afraid to be a "big momma bear" (what did you expect--I've been raising my son on my own for 13 years, and am his mom and protecting him like a "dad"). I'm the one who introduces herself and likes to get to know people. I'm mostly a realist, with a good dose of optimism and a tinge of a dreamer. I'm very affectionate but believe in being appropriate. I thrive on discovering new things (places to eat, things to do, places to go, etc.); am spontaneous, but am also detail oriented when it comes to planning things. I care deeply for people and value relationships. I'd like to fall in love, get to know that person, have fun, and be with that someone for the rest of my life. Please don't expect me to give you something which you can't give back to me--like love, respect, loyalty, etc. Please carry a conversation with me-- I don't like having a relationship with a "rock". Know that I love my son dearly and that he will always be a part of my life, even though his is off to college this Fall. Do you think you can open up your heart all the way, discover the awesomeness of the another person, and show the other person how much you love them, while laughing and having fun? Then we should probably meet (if your answer is "yes"!)