About Me
Ahh, now the challenge: a depiction of me in 100 words or less. This is really is hard as I’ve got interests and traits as varied as the planet we live on. But I think that describes me pretty well too, as I’ve got what seems to be an unquenchable thirst for life and one of the things I’ve had to accept is that I don’t have enough time in this life to experience all the things I would like. But I’ll make you a list of sorts to aid in giving you some idea about who I am, and hopefully some conversation starters.

• Music is a HUGE part of my life.
• I never go anywhere without my iPod.
• I love to cook.
• I’m not a “TV watcher” per say. However if I’m watching anything it’ll usually be something on either The Discovery Channel, Military Channel, History Channel, Teletoon, or The Comedy Network. If I’m into a series, I’ll download it and watch it front to back. That way, its more like watching a realllllly long movie.
• Some of my favorite TV shows are Arrested Development, House, Dexter, Dr. Who, Battlestar Galactica (new series), Star Trek (Next Generation, Voyager), Stargate, Firefly, Slings and Arrows, South Park, Robot Chicken, Clone High, The Simpsons, Family Guy, American Dad, Aqua Teen hunger Force, Daily Planet, Myth Busters.
• My favorite genres are (in no particular order): comedy, sci-fi, fantasy, action, military, musical, documentary.
• I don’t place significance on a person’s age. There are other traits far more important.
• Cliché Comment #1: I think my friends would describe me as fun to be with, loyal, compassionate, interesting, creative, intelligent, wise, diverse, outgoing, and energetic with an off-beat sense of humor.
• A few motos/proverbs I live by:
o “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”
o “Carpe diem”
o “Momento mori”
o “When the music hits, ya feel no pain”
o “Rhythm is everywhere”
• When I drive, the music is ear blastingly loud and I’m either singing, drumming on my steering wheel, or both.
• I balance out my computer/IT encompassed life by staying physically active. Some of my favorite activities include running, weight lifting, and paintball. I really want to try rock climbing, biking, roller blading, sky diving, scuba diving, or ultimate Frisbee, just to name a few. Perhaps you’ve got something we can try together.
• I like playing video games (PC, PS3, Wii), mostly FPS, but my time tested favorite is still Mario Kart.
• Family, friends, and relationships are very important.
• I work to live and I live to play.

I have been in a couple of long relationships but never really “dated” a lot. I also tend to live quite a dense life, each chapter full of events that help mold me into the person I am. I’ve been knocked down quite a few times and made my share of mistakes, but I’ve always managed to pick myself up, learn from what’s transpired and become a better person out of it all. I’ve made a lot of positive changes in my life and I finally feel that I have become/am becoming the person I want to be. Now I’m here because I want to share this with someone. What is it am I looking for? Nothing in particular. I simply want to find someone who shares a similar outlook on life as I do, has similar interests and passions a mine, and someone I can connect with. Beyond that, I have no expectations. I am an independent person but, like a lot of people out there, I simply would like to find someone special to be with.

First Date

As an experienced gentleman in these matters, may I suggest the following for our first date……..

We hit the closest bar to fuel up on alcohol. First dates always need an ice breaker. I also don’t look as ugly after a couple beers. We shoot some pool, followed by another pitcher of golden liquid (my looks improve even more).

We talk about our childhood. You tell me about the farm house with the green front door where you grew up, your grade 9 trip to New York, and I tell you about the time I got 3rd degree burns making stuffed chicken breast but how I’m really a good cook now. We laugh together (cue laugh track) and order Jaeger shots to celebrate our bonding (now I’m really starting to look sexy) followed by a round of music and movie trivia questions. Things are going quite well until the waiter arrives with our food and he has gotten your order completely wrong. With a wave of my hand and few muttered words, the waiter quickly re-appears not only with your order corrected but he also presents you with a serving of chocolate fudge cake and a round of shots on the house. You succumb to my Humphrey Bogart persona and are feeling weak in the knees.

By now I’ve charmed the pants off you and you’re ready to really hit the town to cause mischief and mayhem (and yes there is time to do any of the following because I planned ahead and we started early. Yes, we are both quite drunk but I am looking so irresistible right now that you are glad I was man enough to take charge and plan such a romantic first date. Please remember this when you call me the next day). We hit up:
1. The Science Center - if you’re a bit of nerd, like me
2. The ROM - if you’re into art/history, like me
3. Dave and Busters/Canada’s Wonderland/Ontario Place - if you’re a kid at heart, like me
4. The zoo - if you like strange smelly animals, also like me
5. Another bar – if you’re curious to see just how much more sexy I can possibly get. I highly recommend this choice.

After we've worked up an appetite (and provided we haven't gotten arrested yet) we hit up Arby’s for a late dinner (drunken munchies). Why Arby’s you ask? Because it is Arby’s: the rare jewel of fast food restaurants, an endangered species of the franchise kingdom, and yet it still retains a vibrant tradition of curling the French Fry. Plus I’m cheap. And I really feel like getting 2 sandwiches for $3.99.

As we leave the restaurant, we decide to take a nice stumble/stroll in the city as I walk you back to your place. You take my hand in yours. I feel a warm sensation in my stomach. Could it be …… butterflies? Acid reflux? No, definitely butterflies, as I find myself quite taken by your smile, warm personality, friendly nature, and how much booze you can hold (because you chose option 5 like I suggested and I am making Brad Pitt look like Jabba The Hut). We arrive at your place unharmed (and if we’ve made it this far we obviously didn’t get arrested) and like a true gentleman I have ensured your safe return. We thank each other for a most wonderful evening as I hand you your token of the evening:
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1. Stolen figurine of the guy peeing off the harbor dock in the miniature city model of ancient China.
2. Stolen statue of Fertility goddess from the African exhibit.
3. Giant Family Guy Stewie doll. Earned, not stolen. I have some sense of honor and chivalry.
4. Panda bear. At the time, we thought he would make a great pet.
5. A good morning kiss. Because, like the wise person that you are, you took my advice earlier and chose option 5, found me so overwhelmingly irresistible you took me into your place, had your way with me and suddenly it is morning.

Or we could just grab some coffee and just chill out and get to know each other. Your choice, I’m good either way. :)