Date men from United States / California / Petaluma, 53 year old

Date a soulmate from Petaluma, United States. I am a humble, kind, intelligent, outgoing, and respectful man with a great sense of humor! I am pretty hyper. I don't want to grow up too much! Life is so much fun! Don't get me wrong; I am extremely responsible. I pay my bills, keep my promises, cook, clean, do laundry, own my home, and more! I am a gentleman too! I am very self-sufficient. Maybe too independent?
I am a proud father of two. My 18-year-old son lives with me full time. My 21-year-old lives about 15 minutes away with her boyfriend. Being a good dad is a top priority. Kids always need advice , guidance, and, oh yes, cash. Besides, they are usually pretty fun to hang out with! I am morally, ethically, emotionally, and financially sound. I like laughs, not drama. I attend church every week. I am a Christian, on the right path. But, that doesn't make me boring! But, my walk with Christ is of the utmost importance.
I am into fitness, sports, movies, concerts, wine, travel and other adventures. I am willing to try most things as long as I don't get into too much trouble. I work out daily: swimming, mountain biking, and weight training. I compete in open-water swim races. I am not your average 53-year-old! Heck, I'm not your average 30-year-old!
Dating will be positive. I am kind-hearted and generous. I'm always looking to be better, but I am a good person already! I am looking to have a permanent relationship with one woman.
ABOUT MY DATE:
I am looking for a woman who is intelligent, active, kind, honest, attractive, emotionally stable, and reliable; Someone with whom I can share laughter, affection, and good times! And... we will have fun! Maybe, I am asking for too much, but then maybe I am not! We'll see! I will not settle for adequate!
I know this goes against guy code, as my friends frequently tell me, but I am not not looking for a hook-up. And...if you are crazy in a mean way and you know it, please don't waste our time! :-) There is no reason not to be kind!
Again, I am kind hearted. I expect and give respect! Send me an e-mail if you are interested! If I feel we have potential, I will ask you to call me, because I quickly tire of sitting on my butt at a computer!

Meet a man from Petaluma, United States. After 25 years of marriage, my wife passed away from cancer. We raised 2 great kids so I think we must have been pretty good parents. One is in college and one is married.
I'm more comfortable in sneakers and jeans than suit and tie, like dogs more than cats, bowling over golf, snowboarding over skiing, classic rock more than whatever is popular these days. I'm kind of a romantic - I want to go to Verona and visit Casa di Giulietta, I like watching "chick flicks", and I've shed a tear or two at the end of a good sports movie.
I am starting the second part of my adult life and look forward to finding someone that can share that with me. If you can finish my headline, that would be a good start.