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Date men and women from Davis, United States. When I think of where to start an updated profile I think of what the Good Witch of the West said to Dorothy at the beginning of her quest to get to the Emerald City when she asked where to start. And the Witch said it is always best to start at the beginning. I was born in a working class military family and my Father was a WWII and Korean War vet. I've worked blue collar and professional jobs. I was encouraged to get an education and I did getting graduate degrees in social work and urban planning. I have had a lot of adventures in my life and have had a strong commitment to both social justice and personal growth. I've been through some very hard times and very, very good times. I've learned a lot from both the things that I have accomplished and my mistakes. Sometimes I've learned the hard way and these days I prefer the easy way of learning.
I lost my wonderful wife after a grueling battle with cancer in January of this year. I've done a lot of grieving, a lot of counseling and coming to terms with the loss. One of the things that I've learned is that part of healing goes along with living and it is not a sequential process. And part of healing is that life has to about life now.
I also learned a lot about what it takes to have a good relationship. And in the end it is about loyalty, commitment, integrity, caring, courage with some adventure and fun and exploring mixed in. I think this is the foundation. What I found is those things are built over time and they can't be rushed. I find that in the end it is much more important about who you are and how you lived your life that what the list of accomplishments is.
Some things about me. I am a good listener and I like to get know people and learn about their life, their family history, who they are and how they got here. I tend to get a little too much into my head sometimes and try to figure things out that can't be understood intellectually. These days I am spending a lot of time cultivating the spiritual side of things. I'm pretty compassionate, I have a good sense of humor and can admit that I make mistakes and I don't have to be right all the time. (I will ask for directions when I get lost!) After many years I have come to realize women are usually right about a lot of things.
Ideal match? That is a hard one because it is not an entirely logical or objective process. This is who I am. I enjoy exploring the outdoors, fishing and biking. I like to walk, explore new places – especially small towns. I enjoy bookstores and like to read. I have a really neat cat and I really like animals. I like bluegrass, celtic, folk and rock music. I like the Great Basin and deserts along with forests and mountains. Some of my favorite places: One of my favorite states is Nevada. Some of the places I've been: Gerlach NV - hot springs and Guru Lane, High Rock Canyon, ghost towns, Jarbridge and the fancy restaraunt in Eureka NV. Also check out the City of Rocks, Idaho, Mission Mountains in Montana, the Beartooth mountains in Montana/Wyoming. The North Cascades.
I also don't want to give the impression that I'm Daniel Boone and as soon as Friday rolls around I disappear into the wilderness. I am civilized, sleep in a bed, have hot and cold running water, indoor plumbing and cable TV. I like to read, enjoy movies, museums both refined and rustic. I have some good and interesting friends that are great people. Someday I would like to see Europe.

Meet people from Davis, United States. I'm a regular guy who kept going to school till I became a biology professor at a research university. My energy goes into my work, but I am looking to slow the pace, work on different writing projects, and enjoy the rest of the ride. I worked hard to get to my position, the career is going great, which brings me deep satisfaction. Some call me an iconoclast - that's ok, but I just call em like I see em. I have the good fortune to have seen a lot of the world through my job, and opportunities continue to come in. I love Hawaii and beaches in general. I have always been active and outdoors, playing sports and backpacking and hiking. Trying to stay fit, I run or lift most days. I enjoy most sports and games right down to cards and board games. I read and write a lot. Listening to music is an important part of my life - on my stereo as well as live music.
I have one son. We did a lot together and I put a lot into parenting during his childhood. It has been difficult learning to live with his absence since he went off to college.
I want a more balanced life that is shared in a nurturing and intimate relationship. I have more to give. I am reluctant to try to describe a 'perfect match', but I would expect to share some of my interests described here. I want to be physically and intellectually and emotionally attracted. I want to be very close, and that requires doing right by each other. Chances are you'll be pretty sharp, and challenge me at times. That would be part of the fun. It hasn't emerged here but humor is important. I can't help but try to make you laugh, and it would be great if you could make me laugh.

Date single man from California, United States. nothing special. sitting by the river and watching the current roil by, the same current , not mine, not yours, not me. not you, all of us all of the time. So if that doesn't make any sense to you then I probably won't either. Music, life, art, poetry, high levels of activity, extreme and sometimes dangerous outdoor activities. Enigmatic.

Meet men and women from California, United States. I am an athletic adventurous person who likes to have fun. I am shy and not always out going but I can get over that. I enjoy dining out, dancing, going to concerts, and all kinds of music and shows. I am very close with our boys and try to go to their Rugby games when I can. My family is very important to me and I enjoy staying in contact with my in laws and cousins. I work as a geologist and I enjoy my work. I played Rugby at the international level, football on a scholarship in college, and still try to stay fit.
I like to laugh and enjoy the little things in life like walking the dogs, watching the sun go down or going for a good bike ride. I very much miss kissing ....the intimacy of a committed relationship and I am hoping to find that again. I also like to read and discuss issues. My friends and family are everything to me!
Road biking is a big part of my life and I ride to work into Sacramento almost everyday and I ride at least one day on the weekends. I also do several centuries every year and have done the Death Ride the past two years. I really enjoy the outdoors and love to go hiking and exploring. I usually go to southwest Montana every summer to visit Yellowstone and to fly fish.
I am looking for someone that has similar interests and enjoys trying new things. I feel that life is short and we need to make the most of it. The ideal person for me would enjoy just staying home and sitting in front of the fire, but would also like a spur of the moment trip to the mountains or the coast. Most of all I am looking for someone to share the good and the hard parts of life and for someone that has the appetite and fortitude for both. I learned a lot about being a good partner from my wonderful wife and I want to be happy again.

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I am a man. Plain and simple. handsome, tough and proven, hungry for life, always on the move, yet grounded, sure, focused, practiced, well read and educated, active, above the crowd. I am a father, a son, a friend, a member of the world community.

Meet someone special from California, United States. Easy going, loves to travel, enjoy exercising. easy to get along, enjoy simpler things in life, loves to walk long distances, enjoy watching old movies, have been to several countries, would love to talk with someone I get along with

Date a soulmate from Davis, United States. I'd like to be able to spend time with a woman who wants to be with me as much as I want to be with her. It doesn't matter so much what we're doing as long as we want to do it together.
There is a huge difference between being able to enjoy life and merely surviving for yet another day. I strive to stay in the present, to savor the moment, and to simply enjoy the experience of whatever is happening at the time.
I wasted way too much time spending money I didn't have to buy stuff I didn't need to impress people I didn't like.
One of the worst mistakes I've made is to live my life in such a way as to meet the expectations of someone else. I wasn't being me. My behavior guaranteed the failure of that relationship. Although I appreciate the lessons I've learned from that time of my life, I don't want to return to it.
Honesty, open communication and mutual respect are essential components of a strong and lasting relationship.
Now, I'm just me...what you see is what you get. My perfect match: a woman who can relate to the above.
"There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance--that principle is contempt prior to investigation." Herbert Spencer

Meet a man from Davis, United States. In the spirit of full disclosure, I will describe myself as accurately and succinctly as possible. 5’10’’ 175 lb trim,fit. Exercise rigorously almost everyday. Like to bike, hike, swim, walk, rollerblade, golf. Am retired, previously owned a data processing company. Have authored 6 books, 30 magazine articles and hold 2 software copyrights. I have a travel-related internet site, journaling my extensive U.S. travels. Vegan, agnostic, generous, social liberal, fiscal conservative, animal rights advocate, environmentalist, financially secure. I have adopted orphaned animals in the past, but currently have no pets. And am no longer interested in adoption - its too painful when they die. But if you have pets, I will do my best to spoil them. Enjoy woodworking, home repair, remodeling, construction, antiques. Its rewarding for me to donate my home repair skills to help others. Participated in charity work for Humane Society, SPCA, Toys-for-Tots, Habitat for Humanity. Since I have logged over a million air miles, prefer domestic travel. I am a basic, down-to-earth person. Not an ounce of pretense in this body. I have embraced a minimalist lifestyle - my Hyundai, bicycle, laptop computer, woodworking tools and a few clothes are the only possessions I need. As the saying goes, "The best things in life aren't things". Am much more interested in exploring, learning and giving than acquiring. Am willing to relocate.
Since I no longer have to work, I would enjoy spending my time making life easier and more enjoyable for my partner.

Date a soulmate from California, United States. Hi there. Timothy Michael Mcdermott,yes I'm Irish from a family of 9 children. So yes i can deal with a multitude of personalities, and temperments Hopefully you only have one. I like to stay active with golf ,bowling hunting, and those guy things, but I also like to buy flowers randomly for my Lady, I like to go dancing, would also like to take dancing lesson to become better with my mate. I like projects to do around the house but not every weekend. I like to laugh, and find humor in many situations. Hate drama queens. Have not dated in acouple of years (broken Heart) So easy does it for me right now.

Meet a man from California, United States. I am highly educated, successful, and full of life and kindness. I am searching for a sole mate, serious and meaningful friendship which can hopefully lead to sharing my life with. Honesty, dignity, mutual respect, and genuine sharing of feelings are among the most important attributes that I seek in my ideal match.

Date a soulmate from Davis, United States. I am a healthy fun loving person and who will try just about anything just for the experienceI. I have a good sense of humor.
I am looking for companionship, fun, laughter, romantic, spontaneaous, and doing things from simple TV/Movie watching, to exploring new activities and sharing everything that life has to offer.
I am a person that gives complete devotion to one person at a time, and feel it is time to find that person.

Meet a man from Davis, United States. I think therefore I am.....an appropriate phrase.
I am self aware, intelligent, kind, compassionate and loving. I enjoy being with friends doing something of value like community service work, personal growth, or just plain fun hangin out with no agenda. I love camping and Flyfishing for trout.I like to ride my bike, I love my children.I can go on and on and will add more later. We can tell our life stories to each other over lunch, a snack, dinner or whatever the choices are ours. I apologize if you get a wink I probably hit the key by mistake.....