Date women from United States / California / Menlo Park, 48 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. Persist, smile, and never give up.
When I was growing up, I was a gymnast, and I experienced many injuries, setbacks, low points, etc. My mom was my biggest supporter when I was down. She's super positive. She' d say, "Something good will happen next - you just have to look for it." Her spirit is contagious, and she's an amazing person. For that matter, both of my parents are amazing - they are intellectual and read and discuss everything. I suppose some of that trickled down to me. I'm enthralled with the mind and intellectual curiosities. There's something about cognitive wheels turning - you know, a unique and curious thinker - someone who uses witty methods to make me laugh, who ponders various topics and subjects, and who loves to learn new things.
It happened after I went back to school, a light switch went on. All of a sudden, I wanted to learn and learn and learn. Now, I just got a job with a healthcare company. I'm so excited! My role is managing client services and working with the CEO on business projects. On the side, I also write and edit for hire, and I have clients I work with on their writing. As a writer, I have a few of my own manuscripts that will some day get out to the public - currently writing a non-fiction sports book for girls. Fairly recently, I wrote an article on a bioengineering professor at Stanford, and I co-authored a chapter in a sport psych book for Masters students. Both projects were intriguing, and I loved working on them.
My foundation for hard work and dedication came from gymnastics. I trained with a great sense of commitment - couldn't help it, my family is simply competitive so I jumped on board. I earned a scholarship to college, our team won NCAA championships, and we even met Pres. Reagan in the Oval Office - all amazing experiences. Great coaches, beer on the weekends, and yes, hard work paid off.
I want to continue to grow and learn and be my best self. It would be wonderful to meet someone who wants the same thing.
For a partner? I like having a buddy to do things with, swap massages, cook together, kiss till our lips wear out. I'm excited to find my best friend and sexy man (...did I just say that?) . I also enjoy the ocean and all of nature. They make me feel peaceful and happy. And arts and culture - I LOVE going to the city to explore museums, neighborhoods, parks, and cafes.
I'm attracted to a sporty-intellectual kind of guy - maybe you read various publications and like to discuss human and world affairs. If you are empathetic, humble, and compassionate, and patient, I love that. I also just want to feel comfortable with you. In quiet moments, I know you will listen to me and I can trust you with my personal thoughts and feelings. I can curl up in your arms, simply breathe, and be tender. .
On the flip side, there are times to be silly - like piggyback rides and water fights. Dancing in our underwear - or no underwear...!
I have a big heart and looking forward to meeting a great guy who will enhance my life. With lots of affection.
Finally, kids, I have three who visit from time to time - they smart, athletic, and fun, and they make me smile.
Note: I like to receive emails, not winks. I want to hear your 'voice' and what's on your mind.