Date men and women from United States / California / Sherman Oaks, 56 year old

Date people from California, United States. I'm at peace when I hike in the mountains. I'm happy after a mountain bike ride or a work out in the park. Once or twice a year I like to swim in the salt water. I'm romantic at times but also agressive too. I'm a contractor and own rental property. I work hard when business is good and have a lot of free time when business is slow. I like traveling to nearby cities in the areas around Southern CA. It would be nice to see some shows in Las Vegas with you. I go to Las Vegas once in a while to play low limit poker at the five star hotels. It's good therapy. It's nice to talk with other people from around the country and around the world in the non-smoking poker rooms. Ohhh I love those weekday rates. I'm frugal with food and hotels prices.
I'm looking for that friend and maybe partner who likes to take care of themself. Someone who works out with the right nutrition. I'm looking for someone who is or wants to be happy. Friends first. And then maybe we'll rock each others world?
Man and women is balance. Balance is important in order to be happy.
If you don't wink or send me a note I will not e-mail you.
Ohhh if we get along and we do go on mini vacations, I won't be playing poker. I'll be ticking your feet!

Meet men and women from California, United States. I'm a bit old fashioned and very romantic. I like to spoil those I love and I am a good provider. I like to play singles tennis and I enjoy fine dining and uplifting movies. I'm down to earth with a lively sense of humor. My friends would say I'm sarcastic with a lot of witt and I'm looking for someone who can keep up! I'd like to meet someone who can expand my horizons, I'm looking to start having fun again. My daughters and my dog mean the world to me, so I'm looking for someone with similar values. I'm a hard worker and I enjoy what I do. I'd like a partner who is as giving as I am and will bring out my loving side. I'm honest to a fault, but very genuine. I'm looking for a woman who's easy going, and wants to grow older together.

Date a man from California, United States. Okay. First edit after being on match.com and getting familiar.....I was originally introduced to match.com by my good friend who took it upon herself to sign me up after dinner which is my profile picture. Hence, the recent picture on the profile. I must say I am thankful she kept it short which allowed me room to edit my profile.
Three words that have been used to describe me are passionate, imaginative, dedicated, witty, clever, and creative (ok six who's counting). In addition I'm focused and a warm individual. I enjoy good company and a woman's laughter. I'm direct, have a great sense of humor and believe to be a fun person to be around. I have a playful nature and try not to take things too seriously in my daily life. In general, I seek out natures beauty and always work towards improving myself, and the life of the people around me, and their spirit. I like to think of myself as an organized person who can roll with the punches. I have a passion for what I do which allows me to have flexible hours for quality time.
Did I mention that I am direct and honest. I did not edit my age or the pictures....it is only a number I am younger in life and at heart.
I did not join this site for an email pen pal. I believe this is a stepping stone to a new beginning. In today's society where we are "connected" there is a disconnect. If you believe there is nothing like the sound of a person's voice and laughter or on the phone ......where through verbal communication you can tell and feel if you want to go to the next step,,,then let's start with a wink and a short email. Let's see if we can make this somewhat more personal then a catalog cliche. During email screening process how can one capture the way one moves, their scent, the way one twitches, that little thing that captures one's eyes,....it can be so much more to a relationship and connecting then written words and media......Give me a break here. I'm not reading or writing a book. I'm here looking for my friend, my best friend, and a lasting relationship!!!
Let's not waste each others time and good luck to all of us on this cyber dating on match.com. Isn't technology great?!!!
P.S. I am not a journalist so I'll be back to polish it up for all my connoisseur writers. Thanks for stopping by and all creative corrections are appreciated..be nice...aawwwhhhh this was easier then I thought, wasn't worth the stress.

Meet someone special from California, United States. I am an easy going guy..still young at heart..ambitious..determined and always looking at the glass half filled.
I am looking for happiness..and companionship in life and a world filled with love.
My hope is I can find someone special to bring back the one thing missing in my life..true love to share my world with.

Date single man from California, United States. There's a reason my hair turned white practically overnight: I am a single parent!
If, given the chance to do it all over again, would I? IN A NEW YORK MINUTE!
I ADORE my kids. I LOVE what I do for a living. I have attended the School of Hard Knocks and graduated with bruises.
I'm in search of a woman with a comparable amount of SMILEAGE... somebody who knows how to negotiate the rough patches in life and keep a sense of humor along the way.
I can deal with a fair amount of drama... but I much prefer comedy!

Meet a soulmate from California, United States. The ideal women. Confident about yourself. BE able to take care of yourself, Finanicialy. spelling not so good. I hope to get better. A girl who likes the outdoors would be nice. Ilike the beaches mountains parks camping love sports football is 1 basketball 2 baseball 3 Lakers fan big time. The Dodgers Angels Raiders in football. the girl i hope to meet is low maint.A girl who likes to cook is a plus i like to cook myself. Agirl who likes to watch sports on tv and have a few beers. I live in a Apt. I have a swimming pool .like to swim would a plus. i love the water no matter where it is.a girl with a sense of humor can smile anytime. life is to short to worry about the things you cant control dont sweat the small stuff. i

Date people from United States. Im,honest,loving,responsible,and getting to know new and different cultures as well as new and exciting places such as Can-Cun, Paris, Madrid, New York and many more there is to explore. We only get to live once, life is one big adventure,we only get one chance to know everything I want to enjoy out of this life, I want to meet a woman who is interested in the same things I want a woman who is tender, lovely, feminine elegant, smart kind hearted understanding. I know i ask for a lot but I do know some women are simply nothing and yet everything and I am in search of a woman who can make the heart skip a beat.( I'm currently stationed in Mexico because of work with the possibilty to come and go as i please)

Meet a soulmate from United States. My independence and strength wonРІР‚в„ўt intimidate you, or keep you from seeing the tender, soft woman, which I also am.
I'm a nice girl, obey the golden rule, focus on the present and have learned to enjoy my journey - good times and hard times alike.
I love people, am casual, a good cook, and often have friends and family over for dinner.
I have an adult life, with adult friends... but, sadly, no special guy.
"Special guys" don't usually come falling into your lap - so meeting potential "special guys", spending time together and getting to know each other seems like the way to go.
I've got the gowns, 4" heels and all that, it's fun once in awhile, but I prefer jeans. I like taking care of my looks - but don't make it an obsession (ie - I'm not a trophy wife) in fact, I'm not obsessive about much.
I'm very active - but not so athletic.
Walks, Dancing, Hiking, Swimming are more my speed. Love scuba - haven't been for years.
You could easily interest me in fishing, biking, roller-bladeing, even camping, but I'm not an avid tennis player, golf pro or marathon runner - that's just not me.
I've enjoyed every traveling experience I've had and feel lucky to have seen some different countries/cultures. However, I really enjoy my own back yard very much too.
I'm interested in: energy (solar to spiritual!), geography, different cultures, history, current events, politics, science, the mind, art, photography and propaganda.
I am not interested in pin-pointing what you will be like. It doesn't matter to me what you do for a living, just that you enjoy it - or what size your Levis or biceps are, just that you like yourself enough to take care of yourself.
A self confident man who's been through enough living to be humble is VERY ATTRACTIVE to me.
Being able to keep up a good conversation is basic and having the ability to entertain other points of view as potentially valid is important to me. If you can't appreciate that - we'd have a difficult time getting along.
I'm not looking for Einstein - but am not opposed to brains either.
You'll get my attention with humor and kindness over charm and good looks every time.
If you are more interested in living, loving and making the best out of life - you are my type of guy. If your glass is ever less than half full - you do whatever it takes to fill it up... or you appreciate what you have and enjoy it.
If you are ready to move on and confident enough with yourself to share yourself with a new friend, and you find my little blurb here interesting, please, let me know.
I respond to all my e-mails - I'm here to meet people too.

Date a woman from United States. Incurable romantic; optimistic and open hearted with a quirky sense of humor. I am sane, trustworthy and dependable. What you see is what you get. I adore off the wall humor (Monty Python, Mel Brooks, Ali G), all kinds of films, including really sappy love stories and really bad horror films! ("The Brain That Wouldn't Die!") Love dancing, spicy food, and, when the chemistry is there, my favorite thing in the world is kissing. I was married for 14 years, widowed in 1996 and raised my son alone from the time he was 12. I'm strong and resourceful. I may be over 50, but I'm far from done!! So much yet to see and do and I have the energy to do it all--just need someone equally enthusiastic to do it with!!
I have come to know what I want in a relationship. I know it''s not important for both parties to agree on everything--things are more spicy if you embrace the differences. There are many things I haven't done, but I would love to to learn..isn't that what keeps us young? I'm not afraid to get out of my comfort zone. My man is a good guy with an edge and an active libido. He has a sense of adventure; a twinkle in his eye and mischief in his smile. His life experience has been different than mine, but he is more than willing to bring me in and teach me. While his instincts have been right for him and have directed him to lead a successful and productive life, he is still open to learning from me as well.
I love passionate, creative men who want more out of life than the mundane, yet can appreciate a good pizza now and then. I have a very soft, vulnerable side and he can see it With all of his goodness, he has an intensity and an edge and is intimidating to some, but not to me. I see the little boy behind the man. With all of the strength we exhibit to the world, we know and embrace each other's weaknesses. We nurture and care for one other. We disagree sometimes, but we respect and learn from one another every day. When we fight, it's fair, and when we make up...it's hot.

Meet men and women from United States. I am a whirling dervish and am very grateful for this gift of high energy. However, I am also able to sit quietly, reflect, and chat with a person one-on-one. Communication is key and being able to connect with someone is very important to me. I want to attract a smart, successful, kind, analytical, creative individual with a heightened sense of humor, who is interested in developing a relationship. Married for nearly 30 years, I am definitely a one man woman and not a player. My pride and joy are my two adult children, who inspire me daily with their enthusiasm for life. Being positive is the way to go. I have no room for any Eeyores!

Date people from Sherman Oaks, United States. Warmhearted, silly, natural, playful. I'm the creative type who loves great conversation and enjoys a man who loves to share the beauty of a great piece of music, great outdoor experience, or just the simple things like a great conversation over a glass of wine (or chai late). I'm looking for a man who is healthy, who takes care of himself, who knows how to honor a woman. Someone with character and integrity and a great sense of humor.
I love to decorate and cut hair, so if you play your cards right..... you can give up on Ikea and Supercuts!!!

Meet someone special from Sherman Oaks, United States. I have a zest for life. I am passionate in everything in do .... Thats what makes me me :)Family is most important to me. I love to workout, bike ride , marathon runner (retired 4 years) ballroom Dance (tacking lessons)practice yoga, garden, entertain. Much more once you get to know me !!