Date men from United States / California / Pacific Palisades, 39 year old

Date single man from Pacific Palisades, United States. As a 1st generation American (parents born in Europe), I always did feel a bit different growing up. At school, Instead of Peanut Butter and Jelly in my lunch box, I had German sausage and Polish Pierogi. Being a "hybrid", I Like to think of myself as having old-world charm and manners blended with American optimism and practicality.
Most of my adult life has been spent abroad living in Europe and Asia. I'm in charge of setting up our company's international locations so I've had a great time living in London, Warsaw, Shanghai and a few others. It's a great life but eventually you crave the simpler things (like a home-cooked meal vs a fancy restaurant dinner). Plus, women value stability and security (I think) instead of packing up and trying out a new city every few years. I'm now back full circle in Los Angeles trying to see how things go here. My family is in LA and we are quite close. Plus I'm hoping I can "show the ropes" to my little niece and nephew.
What I'm looking for?
I'm sure looks are important to most people, but I also value the more cerebral qualities of a woman. Of course there must be some passion and romance in the relationship as we are all human after all :-) Integrity and honesty are also key elements to any relationship. I've grown up with strong women (mom and sister are very hard-headed) but I've gotten used to it by now. (My mom is 5'0 tall and still can strike fear into the hearts of men twice her size, including my father and me)
Although rarely mentioned, I think good hygiene is an important. I do my best to keep myself clean, fresh, well-groomed,etc, and I would hope my partner would also take good care of herself as well.
Here is a brief summary of other bonus points in a partner:
Bonus Points
Has traveled at least a little bit. A current passport is great, Knowledge of a foreign language(s) is a plus.
Knows basic English grammar :-) (i.e. difference between their, there, and they're)
Can drive a manual transmission/ "stick shift". Yes, I know this is weird but there is something very sexy when a woman knows how to really drive a car. Plus, my car(s) are all manual so it's practical too :-) Additionally, when we are in Europe driving down the Italian coast in our convertible, we can take turns driving if necessary (note: most cars in Europe are manual). In worst case though, I can always teach you :-)
Nays
Tattoos. A little hidden one is ok but bare and natural is always better
Weird piercings. Preferably, the only things that are pierced are your ears.
I'll leave things as is for now. Hope to add more later. Look forward to meeting some interesting people
PS, I 'm not the most photogenic of guys so I apologize if I don't have any professional headshots or portfolios (as I heard many guys on here do). I don't always dress that formally either it's just that I don't bring the camera out for more mundane event like going to the gym, grocery shopping, etc.

Meet someone special from Pacific Palisades, United States. confident and charming mid-westerner seeking intelligent and charming female with a big heart and great sense of style.
please have a great sense of humor and enjoy laughing. i want a woman who exudes class but, also is able to laugh at herself. enjoys getting 'dolled up' for a night on the town..but, equally comfortable at home on the couch in sweats eating popcorn.
here's where i get picky...i prefer women who don't wear a lot of makeup, natural beauty please. i would be lying if i said looks aren't important...there must be a spark and that is usually evident within the first ten seconds of meeting. I'm not interested in wasting anyone's time or vice versa. looks do fade, spirit and soul are eternal.
if you consider yourself to be intelligent, stable, witty, fun loving and classy with a great personality...please, reach out to me. I'm still waiting for you...i know you're out there. maybe not on this site...but, if you are, it's time we meet.
p.s.
if i like your profile and feel that we may have a connection...i will cut straight to the point and ask to meet to see if there is a spark/connection. not looking for a pen pal...so, to those of you who feel like exchanging several emails before meeting, i might not be your guy. i have no problem talking on the phone first..just, not big on exchanging wordy emails.