"Sometimes NOT getting what you want can be the best thing for you," said the Dali Lama.
Amen, Dali - Amen!
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Me:
6' tall, slim, fit, dark hair, blue eyes, some say handsome, some not attracted.
Passionate, sexy, determined, opinionated, straight-shooter, no bullshit, liberal, compassionate, ever-so-kind, charitable, mean as a snake when cornered, try to never be cornered, treat everyone with love, respect and warmth, practice the Golden Rule in every thing I do and say, knowing that sometimes pissing off someone is the Golden Rule in action too, cause if I was a jerk, I'd want someone to spank me too! ; )
Professional Musician, Writer, Photographer and other creative passions.
Self-employed, keep my own hours, usually 9am to 1am, sometimes 10-2.
Not motivated by money - made it, lost it, will make it again (God willing). Motivated by deeper spiritual and creative pursuits.
I work hard at what I do and I love it, but also know when to let go, kick back and chill.

Every relationship is a risk - welcome to life.
Every relationship is a compromise - welcome to life.
You start with the ingredients that are closest to what you want and add sweat and effort, and you keep perspective - you don't sweat the little shit. Welcome to life.

Seeking someone who will recognize the immense beauty and love in me and make the appropriate sacrifices to be with me, (just like I will).
I don't kiss ass, I don't idolize women (like I used to), and I don't chase ANYBODY unless they are equally chasing me.
Looking for a life-partner, and open to marriage and kids. I have no problem with casual dating, as long as you realize I will always be on the lookout for something more.

I love hot tea and good conversations about meaningful things, typically not shoes, clothing or TV series.
Strong talker but can also be GREAT listener and VERY empathetic when people are in trouble.
Sense of humor and irony in everything, dry and funny (Woody Allen meets George Carlin).
I love walking - neighborhoods, cities, seashores, etc. Also love to dance, bike, swim, rollerblade, yoga, etc. You can get me to do just about anything if it means moving my body!
Dig quiet cafes, restaurants, music clubs, (jazz, R&B, blues, funk, good pop, Brazilian), theater, museums.
Best day? A walk, a talk, a cup of tea and making love to you all night long!
Strong sex, love and affection drive. You bet the same. Don't work well with 'Don't touch me' people.

I believe in total honesty and sexual openness. I'll explain more if you are interested.
I attend a spiritual 12-step group once a week which I love, though I'm not 'addictive' or 'cult-like' with it.
I am a 'Liberal Christian Mystic'. I love Christ yet I DON'T go to church, vote Republican, or get offended when people curse. I'm not a flag-waving liberal either. I think abortion should NOT be publically funded and I don't believe in a welfare state. I am a thinking man's man; I make decisions based on thought, gut and meditation - not on human acceptance.
I have lived REAL tough times. I need to have someone I can relate to - I don't fare well with the typical spoiled, materialistic American brat.

Dig it.
: )

We drink tea, we talk, we walk. If you like me and I like you then we'll know what to do!
; )