Date men and women from United States / California / Manhattan Beach, 42 year old

Date people from Manhattan Beach, United States. Geez....its crazy that so much of the world has come to the internet! I haven't been on here much, so here it goes...I guarantee that this will be interesting and fun.
So what I am looking for is a woman with goals, who has a direction in life, who likes to really live life, likes to have fun and most of all laugh. I am looking for the woman that wants to spend time with her love interest, but that can also go in a her own direction at a party and still feel secure that I am with her. I would support my mate in all that she puts her heart and soul into, and hope that she would do the same for me. I guess, "someone to kiss, someone to miss", hahaha....if you can get that funny movie quote, then we could be a match.
As for me, I am a bit of a nutty guy who has goals in both career and love. Also, I am straight forward and honest to a fault. I laugh alot, whether it be at myself or anyone else. An example would be stopping to laugh and point at my best friend in the middle of the mall food court during Christmas, because he slipped and fell on a ketchup packet! It still makes us double over laughing.
I have a serious side and a romantic side. There is nothing better than just being with the woman you love, looking in her eyes while she feels the warmth of my embrace and kissing each other with both tenderness and passion. I really enjoy cooking, watching movies, but I also like to go to cheer for my Chargers at a bar with friends. Family is the most important thing in my life. I have a small family here, so I consider those that know me best as my family. I will do anything for my family. I also have twin nephews that are absolutely gorgeous, crazy and pain in the butt...but I love them w all that I am.
I haven't had the chance to travel much, but I hope to visit Italy and Greece soon! Though I have traveled extensively through the US, with Kailua, HI, NY and Boston being my favorite destinations. The people in Hawaii are so "go with the flow" and east coast people are just like me, straight forward.
Other than that, I love to smile and enjoy lifes little pleasures, like the calmness of a sunset, the smell of the first rain, the feel of the grass on my bare feet and the happiness of fireworks on the 4th of July. I can cook, but like to try new places to eat. I love watching movies and reading suspense novels.
So, lets laugh and have some fun....for the long term!

Meet single man from Manhattan Beach, United States. I had a joke to start my profile, but it seems jokes don't come across as we always want so I did some contemplating. Came up with this:
“I am Me. In all the world, there is no one else exactly like me. Everything that comes out of me is authentically mine, because I alone chose it — I own everything about me: my body, my feelings, my mouth, my voice, all my actions, whether they be to others or myself. - Virginia Satir
It reminds me that I don't have to be everything to many but I want to be something to someone. Writing a profile here is the same. It's better to write it for the one person I am looking for, not everyone who I'm not looking for.
I am looking to meet someone who shares (and adds to) my values while also complementing each others passions in life.
My values: Zest for life, Honesty, integrity, mutual respect, philanthropic, forgiving, and most important: ability to communicate effectively and empathetically.
The person I am looking for would say:
I am in a great place in life and loving the journey, I am hot, smart, sexy, take care of myself, know that anything in life is possible, and don't have enough baggage that I could start my own brand. And I totally want to see Shawn tonight!
And to all you extremely, too busy to date people, if you are too busy to date (or dating too many people at once) I'm not you're guy. I'm financially stable, have time on my hands, lots of airline points, a great place at the beach, fun, supportive, and looking for someone ready to build a life together.
NARROWING DOWN THE SEARCH:
Every profile should have the standard FILTERS. Mine are:
I'm a foodie and have tried, but can't date vegetarians.
I'm athletic. Want to share at least one athletic thing with my wife. Running, volleyball, tennis, biking or I'm open. Not sure about yoga yet.
Lastly, I am an avid wine collector. So enjoying wine and wine tastings is important. Sorry non-drinkers.
The rest of my profile gives you more details so I'll stop writing now. I'll leave you with one of my favorite quotes by Maya Angelou. I love this quote because so many times we think we can change someone or we can make someone be something they aren't and we waste much time. This rings true in dating.
“The first time someone shows you who they are, believe them.”

Date men and women from Manhattan Beach, United States. Life is meant to be appreciated. It would be great to be able to appreciate it with a special woman. I can be a very loving, loyal and fun best friend and more... I am new to this format but look forward too seeing what comes of it. Life is full of adventure and romance can be too.

Meet a soulmate from Manhattan Beach, United States. Random Tidbits About Me:
I think IРІР‚в„ўm very funny but my friends say otherwise. IРІР‚в„ўm opinionated but respect that there are other opinions that differ from mine and thatРІР‚в„ўs ok with me. IРІР‚в„ўm giving and nurturing and work from my heart. You can dress me up and take me to a party where I will act like a lady and be able to discuss current events, art, politics, etc. You can dress me down and IРІР‚в„ўll be the first one in line at the latest Adam Sandler movie like a foul mouthed 15 year old with caramel corn and circus peanuts in hand.
IРІР‚в„ўm honest, some say brutally honest, but you always know where you stand with me. IРІР‚в„ўm naturally a planner but if you call me on a Friday night and say youРІР‚в„ўve found a concert at some random venue 2 hours from home IРІР‚в„ўll jump in the car and go. IРІР‚в„ўm the girl that can be found wandering a museum for hours or out dancing until the sun rises. I love going to fabric stores and staring at all the possibilities, but truth be told I donРІР‚в„ўt know how to sew- not even a button!
I can spend all night at a book store. I need to be near water it balances me, without it I fall over. Ha! That was me being funny…ok maybe not. I really do love the ocean. I’m a SoCal girl through and through and for better or worse I’m a sun worshipper. I don't understand red velvet cake.
I love to travel and have spent a significant amount of time all over Europe. My favorite thing to do is rent a car and get lost on some backroad until I find a tiny little village. IРІР‚в„ўll get out, walk around and meet the locals. Those are the most memorable experiences I take with me. IРІР‚в„ўm a foodie- is that really a word? In my dictionary it is...ha. Let me be clear on something, I donРІР‚в„ўt like to cook but I do enjoy great food. I could live on fresh bread and cheese.
I enjoy exercise and that can be anything from a sunrise run outside in the rain to a yoga class late at night. I love ALL things 80s. IРІР‚в„ўm a sucker for John Hughes movies. I can annoyingly quote lines from his movies. I love most genres of music. In my iTunes you can find anything from David Bowie to Rage Against the Machine to Teddy Pendergrass. I love going to concerts. Please donРІР‚в„ўt be horrified if a good song comes on in the car and I feel the need to dance.
IРІР‚в„ўm going to get real here, because after all why B.S.? I donРІР‚в„ўt like watching sports except soccer.
Kissing is just as important as all the rest. I have loved deeply and madly and been loved in return. My life has been a roller coaster ride and I wouldnРІР‚в„ўt change a thing.
About you:
Please be a gentleman. Be honest. be affectionate. Be healthy and take care of your body. Surprise me. If you notice an attractive woman walk by donРІР‚в„ўt break your neck looking at her, do it casually! Don't spend too much time texting. Don't wear too much cologne. Be respectful. Be a friend and a lover. Make me laugh.
Ciao!

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