Date women from United States / California / Pacific Grove, 25 year old

Date a soulmate from United States. Consider this our book, so don't judge it by its cover. Never really tried this before, but other scenes are quite obsolete in the dating world. I love great company,and not expecting for 'LOVE' out of this, but a great friend/companion, who knows what could happen from there.
About Me:
I literally am the girl that stops and smells the roses. Flowers are my weakness (*cough cough* lillies), whether its in a store or along a trail, I just completely melt. I am working on my bachelors in business management, but my ultimate goal is to open my own restaurant. Cooking/baking is my passion (thanks mom) and I feel one way to a man's heart is through his stomach. My family is my anchor and the paradigm of everything that I aspire to be. I'm fortunate to have them in my life, not to mention a legion of close friends from high school and college. Values are not just words, it is what I live by. I'm pragmatic but spontaneous. Nurturing but competitive. Peaceful but energetic. I love staying up late -- whether it's to party or just read a good book -- but I almost never sleep in on weekends, unless you give me a reason too. I definitely have an adventurous streak -- whether it's trying out an exotic recipe in the kitchen, running marathons, or traveling the world thanks to my friends at Priceline and Orbitz. My dream trip is backpacking through Australia then heading to Europe with nothing but a great book, a glass of wine, and some great company.
About You:
Passion, in and of itself, is attractive. I'd rather be with a guy who has big dreams and no money than a guy with no dreams and big money. I must admit, I like a bit of a bad boy -- not an awful, I'm-going-to-treat-you-like-crap kind of guy, but someone who's going to push me to my limits and then pull back with a warm hug at the last minute. Truth is, I'm just a nice girl (most of the time) who's looking for some fun and companionship (not necessarily in that order). I love funny guys who can hold me spellbound with a story or make me laugh until I cry. I also love creativity and passion. Maybe it's your love of '80s movies, your baseball card collection or the fact that you moved across country with only a duffel bag -- it doesn't matter. The right man not only fascinates me but also brings out the best in me. We push each other to be the greatest people we can be. We bolster each others egos and we leave short, thoughtful love messages for each other when we're away on business trips. If you're comfortable in your own skin, have a strong sense of self and aren't afraid to expose your flaws, I'm sure we'll get along just fine.

Meet a girl from United States. I am a California girl, born and raised on the Central Coast. I recently returned from spending a year living on the East Coast (Virginia) and feel like I finally know what I want from life and where I want to be. Before I get into things about me I want to say that I am looking for a partner in life, someone I can lean on (and vice versa). I am a down to earth girl who really enjoys the simple things in life like taking a stroll along the water, sitting at the park with a good book, or enjoying some cocktails with friends. I am devoted to my family and hope to find someone who blends well into the loving family that I have. We are there for each other through anything and everything and I want to be in a relationship with someone who understands and values that. I love to laugh and have silly side to myself, so hopefully you'll get to see that sometime soon. I am somewhat of a people pleasure, which I guess works to my advantage since I work in the hospitality industry. I think that the ability to make someone smile is a great thing and always try to brighten someones day. I am a true believer in paying it forward and believe that you only get out of life what you put into it. I love being outdoors and have the motto that if you're going to exercise "do it outside!" My friends have said that I am someone who is not afraid of anything. I take things as they come and react accordingly. I am not afraid to speak my mind or cause a stir.
Some of my hobbies include writing (my number one passion), wine tasting, going to the beach to watch the surf (or get in it), hiking along the coast, and hitting baseball games. One of the reasons I love California is for its scenery. I've gotten used to having both the mountains and water; it'd be hard to live without one or the other.
I am looking for someone who enjoys the same things I do, yet can also expose me to things I wouldn't ordinarily try. I want a life partner and to be in a relationship which we make each other better people. I would say physical chemistry is definitely important; however, it is someone's personality that keeps me engaged.