Date women from Canada / British Columbia / Parksville, 56 year old

Date someone special from Parksville, Canada. I am a person who has many highly valued friends and believes that honesty is the best foundation for any relationship.
Animals, pets and happy people are a source of great enjoyment.
I am proud of the fact that I am published in the scientific community and have been to some really remote and exotic places.
I am grateful for my friends, my family and my job.
I am hoping to meet someone who is honest, confident, self reliant and values a good workout (not necessarily in a gym), and enjoys music and the arts.
My social life is very busy but I take "me" time to unwind and do my oil painting.
I love a good sense of humor and also have one.
I think one should contribute to the community that they live in and interact with your neighbors.
I wanted to say that I have a University, Tech & College education but it won't let me slot that one in!