Date men and women from United States / California / Dixon, 47 year old

Date someone special from California, United States. Single mom/registered nurse...looking for a fun friend to hang out with, (who can become something more, if the chemistry's right!)...a guy who enjoys life as much as I do! I enjoy a variety of activities and hope to connect with that special someone who shares similar interests.
I love being a mom and though my kids (3) are grown now I love the time I spend with them (when they have time to spare! =). Finding a guy who will enjoy family times with me is a "must". (It would be great if you have children too! Family is very important to me and that includes yours if we're a match! =) I also enjoy getting together with friends and hope to find a guy who likes to be social almost as much as he likes our alone time together...(notice I said "almost" ;-).
I enjoy most outdoor activities, such as camping (as long as I can take a daily shower =), biking, walks/hikes, and boating. I've been wanting to learn how to play golf...maybe this Spring? I love the ocean, so anywhere near it is a favorite for me as well. Indoors I enjoy movies, dining in or out (cooking with someone special would be fun! =), reading (mostly nursing journals or magazines), and spending time with my family or friends. I really like staying active. I also enjoy watching sports occasionally. Want to go to a game...I'm in! =) I'm willing to try new things, consider myself somewhat adventurous, and always have fun when I'm with people I care about!
I have been a registered nurse for about 6 years now and I absolutely love what I do! I really enjoy helping people in the hospital environment and I am always looking for new ways to improve my skills and gain more knowledge in my career field, specifically in cardiac nursing and critical care.
I am upbeat, friendly, and goofy at times. =) I always see the glass half-full...never empty! I am also a communicator, don't like drama, and prefer to agree to disagree rather than fight about things. The guy for me would have those traits as well as be genuine, kind, honest, warm, and considerate (I feel I have those qualities as well! =) I am playful at times, so a sense of humor is a plus! You score points if you make me smile (And I love to smile, so that shouldn't be too difficult... =), BONUS points if you laugh with me at my silly attempts to be funny! =) I'm easygoing and nonjudgemental...life's too short to sweat the small stuff, hope you feel the same! =)
If you feel a connection and think we might hit it off, write back! The worst that can happen is we make a new friend... =)
P.S. Please, please, please have a photo included on your profile if you contact me. One bad experience being contacted by someone who was actually married has made me leery of anyone who is not willing to put their photo on their profile. Thank you in advance... =)