Date women from United States / California / Walnut Creek, 42 year old

Date a soulmate from California, United States. I believe absolutely in true love and that it's never too late to find it. So I'm here, hoping to find that magical, undefinable connection leading to happily ever after. A love affair for the ages. A soul mate, best friend and partner in crime. In a computer. I've heard success stories, it happens, so I'm trying match. Trying to describe who I am and what I'm looking for in a little box, without sounding completely full of myself.
My favorite guys are ones whose best qualities reflect my own. I have a lot of compassion, care deeply and am steadfastly loyal. I'm a definite animal lover/owner/rescuer, saving the world one neglected animal at a time. I'm educated and a lady, but I like to be playful and have a wild and goofy streak. If you enjoy the opera as much as chugging PBR at the corner dive, dressing up for fine dining as much as BBQing in flip flops, staying in luxury hotels and sleeping under the stars, then we already have a lot in common.
I'm outside a lot, enjoying hiking and beaches with my dog. I'm not afraid to get dirty, sandy or covered in pet fur, and usually do, but still kill in a LBD. I'm inherently friendly and can converse with just about anyone. Food is a passion, both making and eating it. I'm always seeking out new culinary experiences, a new place or a new recipe. Though I'm just as content to be at home in flannel pajamas talking, making dessert, drinking wine, reading. No reality TV for me, though. I'd rather eat broken glass than watch the Kardashians. Of course I like music-Stones, Van, Tori, Neko, and Dinah Washington are my top 5. I love, love, love to shop, as if you care. And I'm super affectionate.
I come from a wonderful family, and I love, love. love them to pieces. My parents were the best examples of hard work, hard play, a good moral compass, personal accountability, caring, generosity, and intellectual development. They always strove to instill those same qualities in me, and I'm forever grateful to be blessed with parents who really, truly cared. Family will always be very important to me and I very much want to start my own.
This is only the briefest introduction to me, and I'm so much better in person! If you are an intelligent, fun, sweetheart of a guy looking for the same in a green eyed girl, I would love to hear from you.

Meet someone special from California, United States. I was born and raised in the Bay Area and believe this has had a profound effect in shaping my character. I think being from such a РІР‚?liberalРІР‚в„ў area has encouraged my open mindedness and tolerance sans the hippy dippy stuff. When people first meet me they usually assume I am the conservative or reserved type. In reality I am very down to earth, if not a bit on the scrappy side. I am organized but not rigid, I am just wired that way. However, I am not immune to moments of discombobulation. Close with my family, I am loyal to a fault. I am sarcastic and appreciate sarcasm in others. I have integrity and will admit when I am wrong.
I am very independent and not looking for a man to РІР‚?rescue meРІР‚в„ў. Although, I am still traditional when it comes to romance, I like it when the man takes the lead in the beginning. Texting is great and has its place, but please do not ask me out on a date by texting me.

I have a great job that I like and I work hard, however I do have a great work/life balance. I would consider myself successful but not in a flashy way.
I am fairly well traveled. I almost love researching and planning a trip as much a taking one (hence the organizational skills referenced above).
I am a terrible speller, I make an effort to floss everyday, I am a good parallel parker, I can drive a stick shift (even drove one in England), I can not sing, I am a good dancer, I am not very technical, I can hold my own with tools, I enjoy sporting events, I love the ballet (however do not expect you to attend with me), I think clowns are creepy, I recycle and bring my own bags to the store (even Target), and I am creative.
You are secure in your place in life. You are educated. You have a great sense of humor and will make me laugh, as I believe this is an all telling sign of intelligence. You are a truthful person.
I am a nice normal woman looking for the same in a man.