Date men and women from United States / California / Rolling Hills Estates, 51 year old

Date men and women from California, United States. I so appreciate a sense of humor. I was born and raised in the south, so I recognize and appreciate good manners, and I'd say, while I'm on the cutting edge of some things (as an ex VP for a Fortune 500 company), those old fashioned manners are wonderful. I am kind and appreciate that quality in others. Family values are also important to me, being fun loving yet knowing when to "suit up". And I make it a point to keep myself involved: politics, music, volunteering,performing arts. I appreciate my friends and find kinship in people who love animals. It is wonderful to do special things for my partner. I want to know where you like to travel, what interests you and makes you laugh, when you need alone time, your favorite foods.
I don't really have a type per se, it's all about the chemistry. But I can give you a few hints about what I'm attracted to. I usually gravitate toward men who have been successful in business, probably because I have been successful and I need that strength and confidence in my partner. If you've got that going for you, and an irresistible smile, intelligence and are a "one woman" man, I'm intrigued. If you are a well-read man, someone who likes concerts and live performing arts, I'll probably give you my undivided attention! But if your wit passes as sarcasm, I'm probably not going to be impressed. Sorry! I like to say that if you are kind, most everything else will fall into place.
Ultimately, I'm looking for a long-term relationship, but the man I'll want as we embark on the great adventure that is life, will offer the whole package: great sex is great, but I have to have the whole package including love, respect, kindness. At this point in our lives we have made mistakes and learned from them. Oh, and I consider myself to still be learning! Let's go to Paris.