Date women from United States / California / Aromas, 32 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I am passionate about teaching, learning, reading and writing.
Lately I have been cooking and frequenting farmer's markets. I love nature and being in it.
I am a teacher and writer by trade. I teach college level developmental English and ESL. I love my job.
I am honest to a fault, but I have a sarcastic side that comes out when you least expect it. I am a carnivore. I do not ask that anyone be perfect, but I do ask that you be self-aware.
I adore the central coast and bay area. Really, how much more beautiful can it get? I am not easily lured out of bookstores or off the dance floor, a fan of San Francisco, somewhere between progressive and commie on the political scale, shy when I first meet people, won't shut up when I get to know people, a good conversationalist, a confessed foodie, and trying to see more live music.
Enjoy being active/out and about, but I am over the club scene. I would like someone who is truly adventurous

Meet someone special from California, United States. I guess I should take the time to do this right if I'm gonna do it. I don't really know where to start. I'm from the East Coast, moved here within the last six months to help out my brother's family and get to know my nephew. Sadly, I left 5 other nieces and nephews back home, but I needed to be here for this one. I haven't been able to explore too much since I've been here. My schedule doesn't leave me a lot of free time. In just a few short months that will change and I can't wait! I am a very easy going person, with a great sense of humor. I love to laugh! My friends and family mean so much to me, and I try to constantly be a better daughter, sister, aunt and friend. I am not perfect, but pretty darn close:-) Anyway, I'm very new to this sort of thing, but I think at the least it'll be interesting. So, I guess what I'm looking for is someone to explore with, and then go from there.