Are you developing the non-romantic elements of your life? We mention getting out of the Army when you were 21 & the women you've been involved with--but what else? Do you like your life? Are you a guy with with a secure, fun, comfortable life to share with someone?
I hope your height doesn't bother you. I'm 4'8" and if a guy makes a crack about my size I say, "If you think you have a joke I haven't heard, let's hear it. Otherwise, end of subject. Okay?" I do my best to say it gently, without any meanness or anger. Just an honest smile.
Find a graceful way to discover your date's interests early on. Since you are older, you're going to want more in common than going to movies and making out.
Keep coming back, post wherever you find something in common.

roadie