Date women from United States / California / Benicia, 53 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I would like to find someone to have conversations that may be challenging and fun. A relief after the day as we come together. Recognizes sweetness and can share sweet time together. Playful of course! We are who we are and taking a smiling deep breath, we move forward.
I am open minded and patient about most things and people. I look for honesty and a willngess to be open and playful.
Laughter is so important and remembering to not take ourselves too seriously, which sometimes can happen. Appreciation of each others imperfections can only bring us closer.
I enjoy small intimate dinner parties, and large parties too. Close friends and family are so important. I love the mountains, the ocean, camping, exploring new places.Tahoe is a favorite short distance trip to go for a few days to breath deeply and play. I enjoy food from all cultures and types I am open to many types of dining.
My life is fairly smple, drama is not a part of it in any way. I'm looking for someone honest and comfortable with himself, not trying to be anything more or less than he is.
I want to give you that smile and knowing look that says, 'it's you and only you'. I bring many things to the table and it takes both our personalities to mix it up.
Let's just enjoy some of the same things together, we may have seperate interests that can be shared with each other or simply have appreciation of each others individuality, this shows a deep respect and trust of the others uniqueness.
Developed intimacy and trust are precious things that can keep and hold a great connection.
On another note, I long to have a travel partner and I HAVE to eat and drink my way through Italy and France if it's the last thing I do! I have been there once and still have so much more to see and do. Plus there's a few other places to explore here in this counrty as well. More of the Northwest and Southwest, South and parts of Central America. Etc.
I love to cook, eat, drink, listen to music, you know, pretty much as much as you do.
I think anything other than this is best explored together, this is the point of this isn't it?s

Meet a woman from California, United States. No matter how good life is, you can always strive to make it even better! I am an optimistic person and am generally a happy person. I am compassionate towards others and like voluntering. I am friendly and and am comfortable in any social setting. In addition I am a strong and independent lady, I know my lifeРІР‚в„ўs path and have worked diligently to create a stable and successful life on many levels. The greatest foundation upon which I have built my life is that of family values. In turn, I believe the best foundation for a healthy relationship consists of honesty and trust. Without those, you are standing on shifting sands. Life is meant to be a celebration, and I would love to share the fun and adventure with nice person with a loving heart. Preferably he would be out-going and socially adept and courteous towards others. He appreciates that relationships require a balance of give and take between the individuals, and he is willing to compromise. A sense of humor is a must, along with integrity, responsibility, and a strong lust for life. In the department of romance an award-winning kisser would be the icing on the cake. I crave the type of relationship that allows you to grow when you are together, allowing each partner time for individual pursuits (like he golfs when I'm shopping for instance), yet makes you miss them even more when you are apart. Physically, I desire to be fully attracted to this man. Looks are important to ignite the chemistry. He lives a healthy and has a somewhat active lifestyle. No couch potatoes please. The personal relationships he has with his family are vital and strong. He is neat, clean, presentable, and has good old-fashioned manners. My life is together, and I hope yours is, too. I miss being in love and sharing the adventure of life with that special someone. I'd love to hear from you if you'd like to explore the possibilities.