Date men and women from United States / California / Anaheim, 54 year old

Date a man from Anaheim, United States. I'm 53 yrs, 5' 10", 185lbs, work long hours during the week, but weekend are usually open.
I'm a very even tempered person (almost to a fault).
I don't do drama, but I am very affectionate, loving, caring, and put the support and growth of my companion first, I love the outdoors, beach, curling up on the couch to watch a movie or a book. (books are not that exciting though )
Hobbies include: I love to cook, and don't mind cleaning up after too (That's a plus!!), wooden ship modeling, quilting, canning and preserves, candy (taffy, yum), sightseeing, gardening, and others.
Adventurous: willing to try anything new, like nude skydiving, erotogenic origami, extreme Basset Hound Racing, or that strap-on thing. (might have to think twice about that one, or at least once)
What Am I Looking For
A nice girl who isn't into drama, is affectionate, who can be hugged and hug, just because she knows it is good for both of us. Has a sense of humor, knows I would never hurt her, even if it is a badly missplaced joke. I will always have her best interests at heart, as she would have mine.

Meet a woman from Anaheim, United States. Looking to meet a fun loving, down to earth man with similar interests & beliefs. Likes animals, kids & the outdoors as well as staying in & cuddling up & watching a good movie. Someone that believes in taking care of each other & family most important.

Date people from Anaheim, United States. I am not a girly girl, although most people think so when we first meet. I'm more of a Tom Boy. I like to wear jeans and t-shirts. I have power tools and know how to use them. I like all sorts of animals. Have had several, with the kids, ie.. snakes, iguana, sharks, frogs, gerbils and so... many, many more. Of course, the traditional dog, cat and desert tortoise. I only have 2 cats now that kids are grown and gone. I am low maintenance, easy going, funny, friendly, can be a bit out spoken, successful, overly honest, organized and dependable.
About the one I'm looking for...
Someone to be my equal partner and share the rest of my days with. (My family has longevity on the woman's side, so think about what your getting into)
Someone who is honest and not afraid to tell me what is on his mind. (Trust me I can take the good as well as the bad.)
Someone who loves kids and family. (Mine and yours, if any)
Someone to walk beside me, not in front of or behind me. (Holding hands? :D )
Someone that is loyal to me and a one woman man. (as I will be to him)
Someone not afraid of a challenge or trying new things. (I am an independent thinker and have a tendency to speak my mind.)
Someone that can make me laugh, smile and cry (Because you've done something special for me, just because.)
Someone to have an adult conversation with or just a silly one. (You don't have to be right all the time)
Lastly, someone that is loving and caring (OK 2) to share my deepest thoughts, fears, feelings and triumphs with and vice/versa.
Is my Someone out there? Read on....
I really enjoy gardening, home improvement projects, BBQs and family gatherings. A DVD at home or out to the movies/theater and a nice dinner. (I clean up rather nicely) A home cooked dinner (made and cleaned up together.) On a warm summers evening, a walk along the beach or on a cold winters night, homemade warm tapioca, a fire in the fire place, a good move and snuggled on the couch. A planned vacation or a spare of the moment drive, to nowhere special. Surprise me.
Last year, I discovered that I really enjoy trips out of the country and hope to do more of them. It is awesome to see people in there own country and see the culture first hand. The food is wonderful, as long as they do not tell you what you are eating until later. I like to go with the flow and take things as they come. Even the most challenging situations offer a learning experiance. Everything happens for a reason. (ask me about what happened while in China)
My special someone is out there somewhere. Is it you?
None of us are perfect; I know that I'm not. Communication/compromise is the key.