Date women from United States / California / Carmel Valley, 61 year old

Date someone special from Carmel Valley, United States. No one would say I'm shy. My friends would agree that I am funny and fun to be with. I'm very verbal, and I love lively repartee. I'm quick-witted, and have a great sense humor. I laugh at life's ironies and contradictions. I continue to expect good intentions from everyone, and can naively be surprised when I discover otherwise. I love live theater, film, travel, and cooking, hiking, and reading. I prefer casual over fancy, although dressing up for an elegant occasion can be fun. Politically, I lean to the left.
My two children (in their 20's) are life's greatest gift to me. And I am so grateful for the friendship I have with my siblings. I am drawn to people who are passionate about what they do, as am I, and who are willing to question the status quo. I have been a runner since I was 25, and I am now returning to my exercise routine. Have a new pair of Saucony's.
I'm looking for a long-term, monogamous relationship with someone who is emotionally available and communicative, as well as spontaneous and fun. I teach full time, and my free time is very valuable. I am ready to invest it in a quality relationship. I am independent, but I also find life infinitely more enjoyable when shared with someone in a committed relationship. I'm good company!
I enjoy so much being attuned to the rhythm and dynamic of a close partnership, the charged interactions, the passionate moments, and the comfortable silence. Home should be a comfortable, safe space. I hope to be with someone who seeks to establish an enduring relationship. As a date or a mate I am attracted to men who are verbal and enjoy playful banter, who don't take themselves too seriously or always have to have the last word. Staying healthy is important, as are spontaneity, open-mindedness, and, most of all, integrity.
Like to travel? Like to walk/run/hike? I love weekend trips, spur of the moment getaways, impromptu dinner parties, just hanging out, watching old movies or heading to dark dives or intimate dinners. Or just stay home and cook for two! Wine always. And in the daylight hours exploring new places, walks, long lunches, who knows...afternoon trysts..

Meet a soulmate from Carmel Valley, United States. I'm in a 12-Step Program for Cheeto abuse and I think I've beaten it. Things started spiraling out of control when Khalil Greene was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder and traded to the Rangers.
On the upside, I've been blessed with great health, wonderful friends and three terrific, grown, launched kids. I've been single for a couple of years and ready to find someone who enjoys an active lifestyle, some travel and a willingness to share interests. I love cooking for others and enjoy entertaining.
NPR is my radio station and because I work in publishing, I'm probably conversant about what you are reading. I'm passionate about the Padres (although TimeWarner has made that relationship impossible), various podcasts and the NYT online.
My friends would describe me as kind, funny, warm, and intelligent. I am very giving and always put my family and friends first. I thoroughly enjoy life and excited about sharing my time with someone else. Pictures are recent unless otherwise noted.
Please contact me if my profile sounds interesting to you.

Date a woman from Carmel Valley, United States. My interests continue to draw me to far-off lands, places closer at hand but not seen from the beaten path, and… adventures. It would be so much more fun to explore the world and life with a companion - thus my presence here. I’m looking for a life partner who never tires of intellectual adventures (at home and abroad), possesses a wonderful sense of humor, high integrity, travels well, and desires a simple, loving, and romantic domestic life (and is willing and able to devote the time and attention to building an exciting and lasting relationship).