Date women from United States / California / Olive View, 56 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I'm outdoorsy, usually energetic, occasionally innovative, often studious, sensitive, inquisitive, confident in many realms, less so in many others, bold yet respectful, polite, tolerant, convinced when I believe I'm right but genuinely open to learning when I'm wrong. I'm accepting of life as it is and enthralled with its potential.
I love the ups and try to make peace with the downs. When I'm not up, I'm generally contemplative, rarely angry. I try for balance. I have always tried to follow my dreams, though I've been sidetracked or forced (more like I forced myself) to be put "on hold" more than once, part of the price of to being human, I guess. I look forward to the thrill of everyday. I expect life to be a roller coaster and believe you can't really appreciate the highs unless you've had the lows.
I am not attracted to passive (except on rainy mornings), not attracted to someone more concerned with looking for a greener pasture unless they are looking to laying down stakes. DEFINITELY NOT ATTRACTED TO ACTORS.
I want a partner who is willing to share laughs. Someone I respect, one who is interested and interesting, sensuous, spiritual (not in the organized religion sense), compassionate, humorous, creative, passionate about who they are, what they're about, what they do, sentimental, a risk taker (within reason), with a strong desire in his soul; And, ESPECIALLY, someone who thrives in intimacy -- intellectually, emotionally, and physically -- and that someone needs to be searching for the same. In a committed relationship, I'm truly devoted, compassionate, sincere, respectful, non-judgmental, playful, passionate, sensitive and giving. Intimacy is like oxygen to me.
I would be lying if I said I was comfortable with this, but I am going to give it a try. John Wayne once said "Courage is when you are scared, but saddle up anyway." I hope to hear from you soon.