OK, this is a bit cobbled together -- I'll write the epic American introduction in a moment but for now, the personality trait that makes me unique is I seem to be intelligent (I do well on tests) but I teach interpersonal communications for a living so I can hold a fairly decent conversation (I've been told I'm a good listener as opposed to a "fixer").

I would best describe my lifestyle as easy. I'm fairly practical and there isn't much drama in my life. There's usually a pretty good sense of flow.

I think chemistry can happen immediately and/or it can change over time. Sometimes that initial spark isn't very strong but I've grown to really like the person over time. Other times....

If I were to meet you in my social circles, we'd get to know each other and maybe our friendship would develop into something more. From a site like this, our first date would be probably be a simple coffee (but with some sort of unique twist). I have to admit I'm a sucker for chemistry as much as any woman, and the first date is simply just a matter of finding out if we really enjoy talking with each other. Once we establish that, there are so many things we can do.

Let's fly to Santa Barbara or Catalina for lunch (I'm not trying to impress anyone -- it's actually pretty inexpensive). Let's go to an archery range some morning or an evening cooking class. How about dropping into a production at one of the many small, little known, theaters? Then we can crash on the couch the next morning with some coffee and the Sunday paper (I'm excellent at sharing ;^D ).

Maybe that'll be a start. Anything you'd like to offer?