Date men from United States / California / San Francisco, 46 year old

Date a man from San Francisco, United States. "This is the only way that I am probably going to meet someone I'll like who will really appreciate me ."
Alright, So, I want all readers especially yes! you with a glowing smile on your face of this to understand " here it is. So if any of the following sounds lame, instead of making sense,Sorry . OK here it is “If you can capture my attention, I am goofy and very playful and fun. I love BBW women (amazingly enough I had a great relationship with my Mom . Yes, I liked and loved my Mom. The reason I suggested that I usually see women in their 20's, 30's, or 40’s early 50's (seen Shop Girl?), is because of their youthful outlook, and lack of baggage. But I am open to most any age or race (just like folks in Europe are). I am very creative, wild, and adventuresome and looking for same, ), but I still respectful of you babecakes."). If you like having a consensual "man in charge," so that you finally get exactly what you want, in a relationship… perhaps I am what you are looking for.
I would generally rather do anything arty or culture-wise than watch sports." "I sometimes works out doing speed-walking but I am a funny, positive, gentle guy. Although you will feel very much protected with me . No wimpy-girl here at all." I am safe and respects limits, so if you like laughing a lot, and someone with a satirical wit…someone who can laugh at himself too, I am your man. you get the idea. Only feminine and smart of course BBW need apply . Don't waste each others time otherwise if you are one of those people say what you mean and mean what you say I will gladly be your lover . “Let me not leave out if you can hold my interest I can and will help you…it’s just my nature.If you can entertain me . exciting enough, you’ll like me. Believe me you won’t be bored. And I need some one who unskinny and a woman who has meat on her bone type girl. However if you are the lazy, just want to have fun girl type, that is ok with me too. Treat me right and you will have a tremendouse respect from me I will show you an exciting time.” ““I am happy to e-mail recent photo or two And please be locol and close by area Max miles where we can see each other often times if you can be worth it please be California, unless you are traveling to Bay area . I know I want someone I can spend time with regularly.” Drop me an e-mail and we can start to find out what we need to know to let you explore more Best, I PREFER TO SHARE MY PICTURES ONCE WHEN GET CONNECTED OTHERWISE I AM NOT FOR WOMEN WHO ARE CRUISING BY AND WINK AT EVERY GUY IN THE WORLD . THANK YOU !
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If you are able you catch my attention, you will be VERY feminine, a lover of regular manicures, pedicures, make-up, dresses, skirts, if you are comfortable with geans that is Ok too , perfume, and love pleasing... able to surrender to get exactly what you want and desire. P.S.-Send me a note and a photo will be sent back to you. You will be glad you did.-B You can be a dress size 16 or 28, just don't waste my time if you are very skinny and not have meat on your bone . You will make me yawn. Love arts and culture too. If you love animals, and/or love to volunteer help others, extra points. And points if you have seen the movie, "The Secret."

Meet someone special from San Francisco, United States. Do you want learn French? I can be your teacher! -- Well, if you don't, everything still cool :)
I have been in San Francisco for a while now but can't get rid of this accent... can you help me?
More seriously, you'll find me kind, easy going, accommodating, open to different views, generous... and ready to commit to a friendship leading to a romantic relationship. I'm looking for a committed companion, Are you the one?

Date single man from San Francisco, United States. I've just recently come back to Match.com after taking a break and exploring a couple of different relationships. Needless to say I've grown and learned from my experiences and am looking forward to seeing what lays ahead of me.
So, what makes me special? I suppose that all belong in the eyes of the person reading my profile and what I've written. I enjoy traveling quite a bit. In fact, I've got 27k miles of travel ahead of me this year in my pursuit of UA Gold/*A Gold status. Why? I like the benefits that it'll bestow upon me and my travel companion. I figure if you're going to travel, travel as comfortably as possible and with the least amount of hassles. I enjoy cooking. Not all the time mind you as I have a limited catalog of dishes to draw upon from which to create a meal for two, but I'm not afraid to give it a whirl. I like to go to concerts. Heck, I'll even travel to attend a show. And I like to keep both mind and body in as good shape as is possible given my work schedule. I enjoy talking about a variety of subjects, some that are good in mixed company and others which are perhaps left best between two. I enjoy simple things like a taking a walk (at the beach or on an urban/suburban street) and riding a bike. And I do enjoy some of the geeky nerdy stuff like working on a computer and/or trying to figure out why something isn't working well. I also enjoy and take great pleasure in volunteer work. In the past I spent time volunteering at Maddie's Adoption Center at the SF SPCA. I also participate as part of the all-volunteer Crew on both the SF and San Diego Komen for the Cure 3 Day (been doing it since 2004). And of course, I do enjoy reading and going to the movies too.
Who am I looking for? Somebody who understands what the *A is and doesn't find it awkward that somebody that somebody would take a one to two day trip to fly 8k miles. Or somebody who knows about Eddie and The Tide, Lloyd Cole, Paul Weller and Julia Fordham. Somebody who will understand that while we will not always be spending time together that I am not trying to be aloof or uncaring. And that you can appreciate that if we travel someplace you'll be paying your own way. But most of all, if you don't expect me to be fawning all over you and can let yourself be vulnerable from time to time, then yes, I think we might have an interesting road to travel and to see what might become of this experience.

Meet a soulmate from San Francisco, United States. I grew up in Montreal. I played hockey, and yes, I still have all my teeth. San Francisco is a big change for me ... I'm used to summer actually being hot. I've been here for 15 years, much of that time as a correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald, The Toronto Star, and the BBC. Recently, I changed paths and moved into real estate investment. I love the creativity of a new deal. I like smart movies, interesting conversations, and almost any sport that involves dirt. My friends say I'm funny, clever and occasionally charming. I pay them a lot to say nice things about me. I like feminine, stylish, and smart women. And I love those impractical shoes that make your legs look so long ...

Date a man from California, United States. I am a very positive person with a healthy outlook to life. I believe in Karma and all the rewards it can bestow. Especially the hard to find parking space when you really need it. I surround myself with positive people and fantastic friends. I have several friends that have been in my life for over 30 years. I cannot imagine what my life would have been like without their presence and in some cases, guidance. I have goals in life and have reached some and am working on others. I have suffered setbacks and have always fought to overcome them. It has taught me that there are no problems that are insurmountable or impossible to solve. Who am I looking for? Keeping in mind that no one is perfect. I am looking for a girl that is positive and believes in herself. She is grounded in who we are and what we could achieve together. She has friends that are important to her and hold an irreplaceable part of her life yet they do not negatively influence our life and future. She wants to set periodic goals to achieve to keep us grounded and continue the path we have set in our future. She also wants to have as much fun as two people could possibly have together while living to fulfill these goals. She will understand my weakness and help me when I am not at my best as I will do with her. She really likes my cooking and she can cook. “I” must find her incredibly attractive. There is more but my fingers are hurting and this is an intro and not supposed to be a novel. Could this be you? Let’s find out.

Meet someone special from California, United States. Never say all you know,you may say more than you know. I'll try to parse my words.
Forty five ? This must have been on here for a while. I have not been on Match in years.
The 'women" in my photos is my daughter. ( I'm not that dumb )
Any literate human being has the ability to write exactly what others would want to read in their profile. Truth and reality have nothing to do with what you write. ( In this context )
You could be humble and self effacing and imply all things gracious and giving. Just what every woman wants to hear.
With that said, there are quite a few women that seem to be spot on. They are not the ones that actively pursue fifteen different sports,have traveled to thirteen countries in the past couple of years and also happen to be wine connoisseurs and come from a brain trust. You can't be all things to all people.
Talent takes a large amount of discipline and time. Natural talent has to be nourished and nurtured not just there for the taking.
I am a writer/composer. Ergo, syntax and grammar are all important and if you happen to be witty and literate,all the better.
L'artifice est une necessite' de l'art. ( Art depends on make believe )
I do speak a bit of French and Japanese. The operative word being "bit"
I used to sail all the time when I was a younger and miss that very much. Why ? Because I like sailing in warm waters in places that carry balmy nights.
Lived on the lakefront ( Ontario ) with old distressed wooden stairs leading down to the breakwall where we kept our boat. (Not far from Toronto)
I collect antiques/art and admittedly my apartment looks like a mens club.
I prefer analog recordings of music. A hypocritical audiophile.
Sartorially conservatively ( Jermyn/Bond Street ) Hunters made in Scotland priori China.
It is sad that so many cultural icons have shipped their production overseas to save labour costs.
The point of all the above. I am a reactionary and believe in tradition.
I think you may have had to have been raised in upstate New York to appreciate that statement.
You can be a bit dodgy on some issues,but some things are non-negotiable.
I always thought it an interesting moral and or ethical question. "Would you lie under any circumstances ? " Absolutely !
It's not what you say that is important,it is what the other person hears.
What happened to charm,wit,humour,manners and a strong physical attraction with that certain je ne sais quoi ?
Une jeune fille tres evolue'e should not scare a man.
Money can be vulgar. How could anyone disclose their fiscal worth on a matchmaking site ?
Possibly a grande maison,five cars,two butlers,a dresser,six terriers and a pied a terre in the country.
Non judgemental people are a must. That is one thing I have to work on. I tend to make judements based on impulse and have to make revisions at godspeed.
My worst attribute is procrastination. Read below.
"Carpe diem quam minimum credula postero"
I dont know why they truncate everything ? Maybe an edit here and there ...
Now you have read my entire questionable side of life. I do have another side.

Date single man from California, United States. I am loyal, funny, assertive, responsible, hard working, affectionate, honest,
fair, considerate, communicative, friendly, tolerant, open minded, sincere,
healthy, sexual, understanding, trusting and loving.
I'm the type of person who tries to make the best of his surroundings. In other words where ever I'm at; be in the moment. I believe a relationship is a partnership, so communication is vital. Sure we're going to encounter differences, but that's what going to make us stronger. Moreover I know that a good, honest and healthy relationship takes Effort.
I'm the type who works for a living and not lives to work. I do not bring work home with me. When I'm off, I'm done for the day.
I would like my match to display this attitude and characteristics. I would want her to have her own friends, hobbies and interests. In other words I want an individual who is already happy with herself but just wants a man to share in her life. I will support her just like I hope she would support me in my interests.
Better yet, would be fun doing common things together. I know you are out there. Take a chance and let's see what happens.
No expectations. Life is about relationships.
I would like my lady to be ready for a life long commitment. She has to be comfortable in her own skin.
I don't like much drama so please know yourself.
Moreover I want her to desire to be with me.
I'm just a normal guy who is ready to settle down and be with that special
someone whom we can connect. Please have a sense of humor, cause I like to kid around. If you like what you see and hear, I'd appreciate hearing from you.
To everyone else, good luck with your search. And don't forget to smile, it means everything to the right person. Bonus if you play tennis or sing karaoke. One final thought, ladies don't be arrogant and say you do not accept winks. Winks are there for a purpose;
It is to let you know we are interested. If you want an email just wink back.
A final thought: While you're looking for the perfect person, you'll most likely miss the imperfect person who could make you perfectly happy. ( the wise ones will get this)

Meet a soulmate from California, United States. So who am I?
Well, I am direct, have an agile mind (most days), enjoy the outdoors and being active, get along with people (unless they are sociopaths), accept others for who they are (except sociopaths), drive pretty well (a car, not a golf ball), like to eat good food (will occasionally eat crap-but not literally), know how to be in a long term relationship (would like a second shot at this!), like kids (I have two of 'em), can fix things (unless really complicated), have a good sense of humor (which is often not politically correct). Basically, I am Batman! Without the bat…or the costume… and minus the stately mansion (my house is nice but not "stately")…and the cave…and without the disturbing psychological disorder that motivates dressing up at night to fight crime. Ok, I am not Batman, bad analogy— but I am an adventurous man, and a pretty fun one at that!
Who are you?
Hopefully a woman ( I don't mind transexuals as friends--but I am 100% hetero). A nice woman. A nice woman who is successful in her endeavors (mostly successful is ok too). A nice woman who is excited about life on earth. A nice woman, who can also be a bit wicked or mischievous at times. A nice woman that doesn’t feel like she needs to change me, and is ok with my flaws (this works two ways, I swear). A nice woman that can throw a pack on her back, and follow me into the hills (or lead the way--if she can read a map). A nice woman that feels at home in the city and enjoys all it has to offer. A nice woman that knows how to be sexy, and likes being female (meaning feminine--at times) . A nice woman that does not care that these are mostly incomplete sentences!

Date a man from United States. I'm an outgoing person who enjoys mountain biking, hiking, movies, travel, music, spontanious road-trips, photography, experiencing new cultures, and trying new restaurants. I have a great career, an awesome family, the best of friends and get to do everything I want to do.
Friends would describe me as fun, with a great sense of humor, trustworthy and loyal. Random wierdness about me: I can speak some Indonesian!
I've had my fair share of relationships and have grown tremendously from them. I still believe that there is one special person out there that I've yet to meet. I'm seeking a well-rounded and kind-hearted woman that comes complete with intelligence and a sense of humor. Being professionally employed is a bonus, but the ability to turn off the day at 5PM and have fun in free time is even more important.
At this point in my life I'm really looking for someone with a kind heart and a reasonable amount of intelligence. Being cute would be nice too!.
=)

Meet someone special from United States. So what is Burma called now? I've been calling friends for years with random questions...way before the TV show and "using a life line". I am always trying to learn something new and am intrigued by what others do differently from me.
I work in San Francisco and live in Sausalito.
I am a very happy person. I find enjoyment out of things as small as a nice shot in tennis or as big as a recent trip to Argentina. Life is just a bunch of moments. If I can get 4 or 5 good ones out of an event or trip, it was worthwhile. I am not looking for perfection, though. Life can be a bit of a roller coaster which is fine.
I am looking for a woman who likes to have fun and who likes me. Whether it is laughing over a glass a wine or grabbing some sun on the golf course, lets see if we have any chemistry. I prefer a strong minded woman who is somewhat adventurous and open minded. She has to like herself and have her own life.
My father used to tell me "always have a plan but do not get locked into it". In other words, do not be the "I don't know, what do you want to do?" guy and never, never be "my way or the highway" guy. Just offer a plan of action but be willing to change it if someone has a better one.
I have traveled a great deal (24 countries so far and not nearly done). I find discovering the similarities and differences between people and cultures fun. To quote the movie Good Will Hunting, "People call these things imperfections, but there not. Ah, that's the good stuff."
I am a bit of a movie addict and sports nut (yes, I watch sports on TV and go to the occasional Giants or Warriors game). While I love hanging out with my buddies, I still really enjoy going to the ballet or a museum. You can be a strong man and still like culture also.

Date single man from United States. I'm an Ivy-educated ex-NYer, reasonably self-aware, jovial and sometimes smart-alecky, who generally enjoys life and the company of good friends and family. I run my own business (10 years now) and am very goal-oriented, but work to live, not live to work. Also glad I made choices that let my work be more a part of "the solution" rather than part of "the problem."
I’m fiercely loyal to my friends, generous, love being outdoors, try to live in the moment, take chances, accept responsibility, and give back.
Not here for hook-ups, I'm looking for something real that will last. Family is a must for me, so if you're one of those "just not feeling the kid thing" gals, that's okay, but just not what I'm looking for.

Meet a soulmate from United States. I am person with an EDGE but also insightful and caring. I'm so cool, powerful, exciting, fabulous, and dynamic I don't where to start.... For example, I love yoga, helping others, work, National Defense Monitor, Judge Greg Mathis, Judge Judy, Family Guy, HOUSE, NG, Hoaders, The Sopranos, Dexter, giving to charity, and Howard Stern (take the bad with the good). I also enjoy running, hiking, climbing, skiing, playing tennis, laughing, chatting, volunteering, environmental issues, working out, joking around, street fairs, cultural events, the arts, indi movies, music, cooking, eating, and all people. Napping, video games (when I have time), NASCAR (go Kyle Busch #18!), and judge shows are nicities.
I seek out the unknown and adventure. Can you help? I strive to be different and unique. Oh yea, I can be a little eccentric. My tastes are very diverse. For music, classical to punk, acid jazz to heavy metal, world beat to noise, folk to rap, improv to trip hop, and funk to trace. I dip listening to college stations. I enjoy cheap wine, martini, and dive bars as while as house parties and drinking beer in the park/street. I am always open to learning and trying something new. My tastes tend to be very diverse/flexible and can swing from one extreme to the other.
I moved from Denver to San Fran ten years ago. I grow up and went to school in Jersey and New York, and still have a a lot East Coast EDGE. During the day I am a project manager and at night I promote my book (do you have a copy yet?). I am passionate about life and everything I do. I am looking someone to help evolve to the next level in my/ours lives. If you love to dance and are sexy is a BIG plus!
If you are seeking someone different, exciting, and INTENSE - I may be the one for you.... A soulful, strong, and playful woman that wants to be treated like a princess, have fun/adventure, and change the world with me. Having children is not the top priority but improving the lives of others is. I am looking for a fun but grounded woman that has room for a strong man. Starting slow and enjoying life is good.
Did I mention, a woman that has natural beautiful, strong personality, loves mother earth, pro-choice, non-smoker, exercises, dances, smiles, recycles, sexy, naughty/freaky, intense, hit-the-club, wine tasting, drinking beer in the park, thoughtful, relaxed, volunteers (mandatory), and having much fun! I am looking for a focused woman with a positive attitude that will give my the loving attention I desire and I will do the same to her.
What else more can I say???
Dare to be different, Ciao! Super D