Date women from United States / California / Cotati, 67 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. Quiet, but witty. Intelligent and curious. Intrigued by lively discussion. Generous and even tempered. I laugh at animals who do funny things, at subtile humor, at slapstick. I believe my academic and career achievements rate at the top of my list along with my ability to carve out an active life in retirement. I am most greatful for my daughter, my pets, my upbringing, and my ability to provide for myself. I am hoping to attract a strong, talented man with a wide range of interests who has accomplished what he wanted to in his life and has time and the ability to give his heart and attention to a woman. I am very active socially with a service organization, a wine club, art and science museum exhibits, local theater, travel, etc. I am looking for a loving companion who has a wide range of interests which he is willing to share and is willing to share my interests. I want a man who is a true gentleman in the real sense of the word who can treat a well brought up lady in a manner that is loving, respectful, caring while providing for her safety and security. I believe I am most passionate about my values which were formed by a midwestern parent and a father who was truely caring. Both were active in the church. I have to add family to that list to include my pets. I love the outdoors, a sense of home, and when resources permit, an ability to give back to the community local and worldwide.

Meet someone special from California, United States. This is me:
People like me because I'm sincere
I tned to tell it like it is without hurting anyone
I have a good sense of humor, tho at times I have to have jokes explained to me
I am interested in others and what they have to say
I listen
I like hearing about others' experiences
I am on the quiet side, but I like to tell stories about myself, my experiences, in relation to the one I'm with
I am not politically active, but I do have opinions about our government, our towns, our people of the world. I do not cram my opinions down anyone's throat
I love being outside and prefer warm, sunny weather to cold, rainy days
I used to camp. B&Bs, hotels, vacation homes are my style now--Oh, and cruise ships
My current interests include photography, gardening, socializing, attending live theater, lunches and dinners in the great little hole in the wall places, or the better restaurants, cooking at home, traveling for the fun and enjoyment of seeing new places and learning new things, reading books (not electronic gizmos), dancing
I exercise at least 5 days a week by swimming, dancing, occasional bike riding, and of course gardening and (ugh!) house cleaning
What I am looking for in a man:
He must:
Be kind, appreciative, and supportive
Love people of all ages and animals
Be healthy, and want to maintain a healthy lifestyle
Be fun to be around which would include a good sense of humor and patience
Like and appreciate music
Enjoy conversation and share ideas
Be willing to learn from others
Handy would be nice, but not a requirement
Like romance and all that goes with it
Have Chemistry--between a man and a woman
Love dance
Want a woman like me