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Date a soulmate from Santa Barbara, United States. I like to travel, movies, swim exercise hike do outdoor activities.i like the ocean and mountains.ive visited southamarica Caribbean Europe centralamerica.I speak some Spanish Portuguese .I live on the central coast of calif.Im looking for a person who has the same interests as me.Someone I'm comparable with.i have one son who's in college.I work full time 5 days per week.

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For the most part, I am satisfied with my life.. I have great family and friends and have and continue to be successful in my career. I also feel fortunate to have had in life many opportunities, which I am grateful for--and that includes education, travel, and many fun and creative experiences. I Idivorced after a farily long marriage and pretty musch raised my children on my own for a period of time. Now, though, I find myself really wanting a partner to share my life with--and most importantly, enjoy my life and friends with. The notion of having a best friend day to day is very appealing to me now.I am not the type of person who finds it easy to go out to bars or other venues to meet someone . I would not consider myself shy but friends have suggested that initially I tend to stay a bit in the background and not always inititate, So-- I am trying to be active here on match. Although I certainly am capable of taking care of myself and others, I guess I would say in some ways I am a bit old-fashioned. I like men who open doors, take the lead, offer to pay for a cup of coffee,have a lot of confidence in themselves and are funny and passionate--ah the perfect man!! I also appreciate someone who can dress up for the occasion if need be and can go to the country club but also likes his jeans ! A sense of humor is such a plus--especially someone who can playfully tease, That being said, that does not mean I can't also reciprocate ( I would open the door for you if you really wanted me to!) My children are pretty much off on their own (one lives in Germany). I want someone who is his own person: successful in whatever he does, but maybe wanting to slow down a bit and enjoy life at this stage.I would like a "talker"--I am a talker, once you get to know me! I also want someone to be able to lean on a bit--of course, I also can be leaned on, but maybe I was the one leaned on more in my marriage. I like to go out and do things--I get up early, get coffee and try to exercise every day. I love going out to dinner but also enjoy having others over for dinner. I am busy in my own life and would want someone who understands that and also has a full life himself. IT would be nice to share those full lives though. I often tend to be intellectually curious-- about movies, world events, people, food, travel, music. I Ihave to admit though, I am technically challenged and find it hard to put pictures up here. I am FUN though (I like a martini with two olives, really shake it) and have a bit of an irreverent side once you get to know me, I would be very open to being involved with and getting to know your children, if you have them, and would hope you would enjoy my children and my extended,sometimes, overwhelming family. This is my second or so month on match, so I am learning somethings and that is why I am writing this new profile at this point. I am not interested in someone who is looking to serial date on this site--nothing wrong with that--but I would really like to get to know someone in a deeper way and find a partner. I remember a line from the musical Evita: I am not looking for a hurried nite/a frantic tumble and a shy goodbye/creeping home before it gets too late/that's not the reason why I caught your eye!

Date people from Santa Barbara, United States. Recently I graduated from Culinary Arts school and my professional hobby is baking bread. Part of my living I make from the sale of sourdough and german style breads. I've lived in Santa Barbara on and off since 1972 where I attended UCSB and received a Bachelors degree in Fine Art and taught oil painting. I have a very positive attitude toward life in general and like to have fun. I also walk at least five muiles a day, love to hike in the mountains and own a one and a half year old Dalmatian named Forrest who I sometimes show at dogshows around California. I have a small garden and eat very healthy but since I am a cook, there are times when flavor takes presidence over healthy. I'm passionate about the piano,(jazz), dogwalking, and keeping a fit body. I have a strong personality and a great sense of humor. I'm honest and open about my feelings and believe in living life to the fullest. I also consider myself to be kind, artistic, sexy and hopeful.I would like to meet someone who is confident and who loves animals, especially dogs. A man who takes his responsibilities seriously but is not too serious. A fit body and a good sense of humor is a must. I am attracted to a man who is not intimidated by a woman who is a leader. Passion is also a big must. I'd like a strong, independent man who is self-aware and can admit when he is wrong.

Meet someone special from Santa Barbara, United States. My inquisitive nature and love of learning are driving forces in my life. I'm both extrovert /introvert and flow easily between the two depending on the situation. It's very easy for me to enjoy many types of people and I mix it up quite a bit especially when traveling. I'm equally comfortable sitting on the side of the road in India as at a swank sidewalk cafe in the heart Paris...both places have wonderful things for me to see and experience. It would be accurate to say that I'm fairly smart, delightfully optimistic, genuine and have a warm heart.
I walk 3 miles in the morning after meditation. I practice yoga and hike the local canyons a couple times a week. Since I still enjoy cooking, I really like having friends over for dinner and interesting conversation; it's one of the most delightful ways to spend an evening. I'm an easy traveler. Short trips/long trips/car/ship/jet....US/International...it's all good. Have traveled through Egypt, Kenya, Thailand, India, Tahiti, Fiji, Europe, Ireland, Mexico, and biked Vietnam. I really like road trips and would like to see more National Parks in the future. The arts are enriching to me and I've spent a great deal of time in concert halls and art museums.
I've been blessed with many great friends with whom I share my life but desire to meet a special man who's company and conversation I enjoy. All of my friendships/relationships are from the heart.
A few qualities I bring to relationship and are important to me are kindness, curiosity about life, being spiritually awake, and everything lightly held together with humor. If you think we should meet, please contact me. I'd like to hear from you.
Being single has been good but loving 'my beloved'... there will be no words for that level of joy.

Date a soulmate from Santa Barbara, United States. Really, Really, Really Together, Stable Lady Seeking Partner in Life and Passions
Friends call me beautiful, outgoing, happy, organized, look and behave waaaay younger than my physical age, excellent communicator, a joy to be around...and that makes me smile. I have been through a lot in my youth (haven't we all) but today I am very content with me, inside and out. I may look Chinese (which I am), but I'm much more Californian (like 4 generations); but I do love to cook healthy Chinese cuisine as well as other international foods. I own my own business; am spokesperson for a United Nations effort that has me traveling to amazing places, meeting extraordinary people, and my job is to get them all to work together. I enjoy people but I also love the intimacy of being at home with my partner prancing around or discovering some new place or adventure. I am seeking a together, financially-secure, emotionally available man who's ready to give and be given love in so many different ways, ready to discover new places, adventures, and make amazing memories together. I travel at lot in my work and seek a man who enjoys and has the capacity to travel too. I am a one-man woman and believe in instilling fun into my life; Humor and laughing are an everyday vitamin in my life, and so is appreciating the good in friends. Your voice says so very much about you, and I am blessed to have one that most find very appealing. I believe in the sensuality of touch, the excitement of anticipation, and the joy of appreciating one another. I am an accomplished author, motivational speaker, educator, advocate. I believe in giving back when you've been given so much. I realize it all starts with a conversation, so I am ready . . . are you?
P.S. I believe in making connections, so the 'Wink" feature doesn't thrill me (translation: I don't respond to winks) a's much as a thoughtful email (hint, hint!)!!! Take a chance . . . you won't be disappointed!!!

Meet men and women from California, United States. Healthy ,happy personality and good looks for my age.
I am a creative thinker and have worn many hats .
Would like to meet intelligent and fun loving man.
That has a good track record in the world of business. But not tied to it as the all life force.
Nice to be not so serious . And some one who has a easy going personality. And likes to dance and have fun. A possible comedian type?
The island and ocean view makes me smile and sunsets. Open areas of wild lands too.

Date a woman from California, United States. a woman of physical and inner qualities coupled with character, passionate, athletic, explorer, comfortable at Ritz or camping in Big Sur, a bit of a wild side, love laughter and having loads of fun, also a serious contemplative side, love dancing salsa and west cost and ballroom, kayaking, yoga, horses, animals, travelling , hiking, biking, swimming, scientific exploration type of trips also, love non-trivial deep conversation, reading, sharing, intimate conversation with friend, parties, being around families and children, walks on the beach, sitting at campfires or candlelight with a lover, working out , jogging, sharing meal and life, the beach, hot springs, romatic evenings with massage by the fire or in a tent or romantic hideaway, exploring world cultures, real estate and building and just quite times seeking a man of depth, spirit, quality, strength, integrity and success, a man who loves adventures and travelling, physcially fit and active, romantic, passionate and sensuous, in touch with inner self, has contemplated much about life, a man who loves family and children although they may not be with him or he has none, a man who wants to build an exciting life with a loving partner, successful and now has time for a close relationship - someone who can also allow a mate some space and vice versa at times, we love, work, plan, play, meditate well together - someone who is ready for the last love of his life to build and share a mutual life with yet retain our individuality and is ready for a long term relationship eventually leading to marriage