Date women from United States / California / Bonsall, 45 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I am an accomplished woman who is secure, stable, and independent. However, don't let my looks fool you. I can be quite a handful ... and I like to be handled. I have a quirky sense of humor and love to laugh! My ethical and moral compasses are finely tuned and I am devoted to my family. I am a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer finishing my degree in Criminal Justice, and getting ready to start a second career in federal law enforcement.
I take good care of myself, but do not consider myself to be high maintenance. I truly believe in the power of perseverance and the ability to remain positive in every aspect of my life. We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them. My personal happiness is my responsibility, I simply want someone who will add to my bliss without taking anything away.
I would like to meet a man who knows what he wants, without any doubts, and who is willing to take risks when embarking on those endeavors, whatever they may be. He is balanced, determined, and treasures his mind, reason, and purpose. He must have a sense of humor and be able to laugh at himself as well as at me and with me! I love to have fun and want to be with a man who knows how to have fun too! Please be within a reasonable age range.
A man who acquires the ability to take full possession of his own mind may take possession of anything else to which he is justly entitled. ~ Fifty Shades of Grey
DISCLAIMER: I am not a cougar, a vixen yes, but not a cougar.