Friends, family and business associates (men , women and children)tell me I'm rugged looking; in an earthy and sensual way, adventurous, fun, romantic, spontaneous, off center, have a good sense of humor, competitive in business but easy going otherwise(however, I'm not even close to being a doormat) educated, very bright, good conversationalist and have an impish but mature bent. Most people that know me, tell me; that I have sensitivity, consideration, understanding, patience, excellent communication, perception, a great listener with enough flexibility to know and admit when I've made a mistake and own it. I know I'm little different and a bad boy at times, I have a good sense of humor, interesting and fiery at times, with uncommon sense, confidence and little off center to be considered exciting. I know what it is to feel intimacy on seven levels; spiritual, emotional, physiological, psychological, intellectual, sexual and physical. My family tells me I have the same loving concerns and endearments my Dad had for Mom.(Saying: "I Love You", touching, hugging and kissing everyday). I respect everyone until I have information to make me feel otherwise. I feel comfortable in any social environment and jeans, business suit or tux would be easy. I am self-employed as a Liquidator/Acquisition specialist. Lost my wife to a lingering illness. I have three grown children; two boys and girl; a businessperson, a lawyer and senior editor for a trade magazine. Being fun, upbeat and positive, along with family, commitment, honesty, ethics and family values are important to me.

Funny, High Energy, Intelligent, Laid-back, Loyal, Optimistic, Outgoing, Shy, Witty

Art Appreciation, Board Games, Concerts, Cooking/Baking, Hanging out with friends, Intimate Conversation, Movies, Museums, Music Listening, Music Playing/Singing, Newspapers, Reading, Surfing the Web

Aerobics, Cycling, Jogging/Running, Roller Blading/Skating, Skiing/Snowboarding, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Working out

Bird, Cat, Dog, Fish, Reptile

Alternative/Modern Rock, Blues, Classical, Country, Hip Hop, Jazz, Klezmer, Operas, Pop, R and B, Rap, Rock, Soul

Chinese, Indian, Italian, Japanese/Sushi, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Seafood, Vegetarian

English

I am looking for woman to be a soul mate or friend first that is beautiful inside and out, intelligent, considerate and be willing to discuss the gender differences between women and men (Just kidding) and have enough fire and independence to be interesting. I think that most of us miss the intimacy and banter that happens between people that simply like each other. We also miss coming home to someone and/or having dinner with that someone. A couple of caveats; we all have baggage from previous connections. I have taken the time and energy to maximize, and continue growing as a person. I expect any person that intends on making a connection to be open, honest and at the right time, trusting. We all need to have healthy expectations. If your experiences have jaded you to the point of wanting to have your next connection providing everything you missed, wanted, "deserve", provide an outlet for your anger, bitterness and "I deserve everything I didn't get attitude", then keep heading West and join the 98%. There are limits for all of us. I would as a reasonable caring person provide a nurturing, understanding and listening environment. I have my perspective intact, my patience, my feet on the ground and my radar on as I continue rebuilding parts of my life. Life is too short to over think responding to this bio. Get past reading the bio's, s and waiting for your fantasy. Want to meet a real, down to earth, honest romantic? Go for it! I would appreciate a soul mate; who realistically would be patient with them-selves first and then me. The final process is; attraction (a look, body part, carriage and sense of self), spark (If it is not there, choose another option or wait for discovery) and substance. (this one needs no explanations))LOL Facts, my bio, who I am and who I'm looking for. If your looking for substance and not looks and fluff, I expect the attraction will be only, those very special, open, honest, direct and really down to earth women to respond.