Date men from United States / California / Gilroy, 50 year old

Date someone special from Gilroy, United States. I grew up on the central coast and have lived in California all my life. The mild weather and beautiful surroundings make this a perfect place to live for me. I love it here, and want to explore and share life with someone special.
Nothing makes me happier than enjoying life's simple pleasures with good friends. We have a lot of fun playing board games, watching movies, riding horses, or having dinner together. Something else I enjoy is being out in the peacefulness of nature, whether I'm biking on forest trails, relaxing at the beach, or backpacking in the mountains. Another interest of mine is taking classes, with acting and partner dancing being my favorites.
My career has always revolved around computers and the internet. I've always been interested in (and grateful for) technology even though I don't always need the latest gadget. I love my iPad yet still don't have a smartphone. Another important part of my life is self-improvement, and I'm becoming a better communicator and a good cook. My guests enjoy my rotisserie experiments!
The title of a book I recently read says it best: Life is friends. I have some lifelong friends I value more than anything and enjoy spending quality time with them. I love animals too, and have a mischievous collie puppy who will run off with your snack when you aren't looking.
What I'm looking for is a best friend to share love and adventure. I want a great partnership where we really "see" and connect with each other. I'd like people to look at us and say "what a cute couple!"
If anything I said touches you or makes you smile, I'd love to hear from you. We can explore a new trail together, or just share a cup of tea.

Meet single man from Gilroy, United States. Hi,
What are you looking forward to? I ask that of myself sometimes…. Sometimes when I’m at work…. I’m looking forward to a good run, a good run down an awsome ski run, a good ray of sunshine, or a good kiss.
Sometimes I look forward to a good challenge at work, a lick from my doggie, a bowl full of popcorn, and a good sweat.
In a woman, I’m looking for an easy going gal who also wants to explore things. A light hearted woman who doesn’t take herself too seriously. A woman who smiles when I’m looking at her, when I bring her a flower, when I touch her hair. I also like a woman who knows how to laugh, and be playful, I enjoy pulling out a super soaker and having a little water fight. I always poke fun at myself and I would enjoy a woman who enjoys playfulness as well.
In a relationship, I would like to strive for one in which each partner cares for the other as much as themselves. One in which we think about what makes the other smile, what makes them smarter, what helps them accomplish their goals. I've always believed that the two of us together are better than the two individuals as I KNOW she has my back and she KNOWS I have hers. Trust is a powerful thing.
I enjoy romance. The note on your windshield when you leave for work, a flower at your doorstep, or even a room full of rose petals and candle light with a romantic dinner for two, cooked just for us.
Now, don’t be fooled by my informalness (is that a word?), Although I live in my blue jeans, I can dress up and be as cultured as any man. I’ve enjoyed concerts ranging from the San Francisco Philharmonic to Allan Jackson to Cirque De Soleil, and I’m ready for more. Try me. I also wouldn’t mind rafting down the Colorado, exploring Zion National Park, Skiing in Austria, diving in Cozumel, kicking it in ….well, my living room couch with a bowl of popcorn and your head on my chest watching a movie. I hope this little ad here has made you curious about me. I’m interested in finding a woman to spend quality time with.