Date men from United States / California / Brentwood, 47 year old

Date someone special from Brentwood, United States. Me: If my family/friends were to reduce me to my most important personality trait, the word used would be responsible, with intelligent not far behind. I do have a strong sense of humor; some may say bordering on obnoxious, depending on how clever a joke may be. Being self-employed in a mainly seasonal trade/business gives me an abundance of free time to do what I want during the off-peak season (May-December). I'm not hesitant to take charge in a situation. I live with a dominant female who seeks to take over the world, but don't feel threatened; she's only my pet! No drugs (and I don't tolerate such recreation by others) and only traffic violations (no tickets for 14 years) in my past. Income higher in the 90's but all the extra work burned me out.
You: I'm not certain I really have a single type; I'll know you when I see you. In my past, I have found it easier to date those younger than myself. I'm not certain why things worked out as such, but it's a trend that I'm not likely to break - but every rule has an exception. Non-smoker a must (it bothers me) unless I contacted you. My stated age range is a guideline.
Commitment: There's a tricky word! I do not fear [eventual] marriage. Never married but "been down the aisle" once - to "get rid of" my mother at her 2nd (that's a joke; I like my mother). However all too often, I got involved with a few women (not met online) who probably should have BEEN committed [at taxpayer expense] (that includes the person I met during 2006, unfortunately).
I wink first (and respond to them), and will follow up with e-mail to those who DON'T return a response.
If you're reading this, then I have at least made "Mr. Right Now" - help me lose that last word and don't settle for average; choose the extraordinary!
August 14, 2007 - Minor change to profile: I'm now petless.

Meet a soulmate from Brentwood, United States. I love to go camping. I love the mountains. I am interested in a woman who is down to earth, in a woman who can laugh at her self and not take things to serious. somebody who likes the outdoors, camping, hiking, going for a drive, but also somebody who like to watch a movie. Somebody who likes to try differant places to eat even if it is a little hole in the wall diner.