Date men and women from United States / California / Half Moon Bay, 38 year old

Date a soulmate from Half Moon Bay, United States. I have to admit to being a little disappointed with online dating-it seems really difficult to start with a couple of pictures and a description and have that lead to a real connection. Still, I'm an optimistic person by nature and realize that this can be a great way to meet people you otherwise wouldn't run into in your daily life.
I'm pretty much past the point of causal dating. I've had long, meaningful relationships in the past and this is definitely what I want to have in my life again. I have a great, full life with a job I like, good friends, and a family that I'm very close to. The missing piece is having a great lady in my life.
I value someone who is very honest, loyal, affectionate, and has a strong character and strong morals. I don't have a set physical type or ethnic/religious preference because the connection and chemistry is more important in my opinion. I'm very active and work hard to stay in good shape so you won't find me sitting on the couch watching Nascar, but I definitely enjoy quiet moments watching a movie, cooking a great meal together, or just sleeping in and having a lazy morning.