My friends say I am intelligent, funny, and down to earth. I don't take myself seriously, but believe in being sincere. I enjoy getting dirty working in the garden, or getting cleaned up for a great dinner out. It's OK if you don't like to cook, I do. But if you do cook, then we will have a lot of fun together. I bet you know some great places to eat, fancy ones, and perhaps the hole-in-the-walls that have character and good eats. A summer in Heidelberg and traveling the Continent added appreciation for the foods of many more cultures. What's your favorite? Where would you like to go on a date? "Be a good human being, a warm-hearted affectionate person. That is my fundamental belief." - Dalai Lama I treat everyone with respect and courtesy - part of the Golden Rule. Everyone has a story and great conversations come from getting to know people. The same things apply in my career. My approach to people has been important to the success I have earned. My career is important, and I have the maturity to balance it with everything else. I am not into drama and don't bring work home. At work and in my personal life it's important to deal with things as they come, then put them away and move on. I look for this in you, the ability to work through things together. We may disagree and that's fine, as long as we respect each other's perspectives. Tolerance is important to me, as is giving back. I love to travel - day trips and other continents too! I love photography and will share with you how it helps me see things in different ways. I am very active, love walking/hiking. I usually have some creative project under way, restoring antiques, blowing hot glass, working with wood. What projects are you working on? My pictures are recent, my profile is accurate. If you're looking for authenticity, honesty, well-rounded and travelled, a loving and caring man that is fun adventurous.