Date women from United States / California / Colfax, 51 year old

Date someone special from Colfax, United States. I am a people person. I am one of those people that can start a conversation with a complete stranger in the checkout line at the grocery store. I tend to be one of those, the glass is half full, look at the good in people kind of person. I love living in the foothills surrounded by open fields and lots of stars at night. Growing up you could usually find me at one of the local lakes skiing in the summer or riding a horse pretty much any other time. I'm still a avid horseback rider and can be found either on or near one of my horses often.I don't ski too much anymore but I'm always up for the lake or river. I enjoy travel and finding new places to have an adventure. I have 3 great kids and just became a grandma (AMAZING). We all try to get together as often as possible.
What I admire most in a man is one who is confident and self-assured, yet lacking in ego and arrogance. He lives a life of purpose and is eager to share in the ups and downs of daily living with one special lady who is attentive, loyal, compassionate, and caring..
I value the virtues of honesty, loyalty, faithfulness, and trust, and fully expect the same from my partner. It is truly a team effort, and when disagreements arise (and they will), I prefer to sit at the table of compromise as opposed to engaging in a battle of heated words.
No clinging vine, I do enjoy time alone to reflect and recharge, I do want to experience that inner bliss when you simply cannot wait to see the one you love.