I arrived in Seattle in mid-August after living in Calif. since the early 70's (with a stint living in South America - and traveling the world as often as possible). It seems that "my people" had moved elsewhere and from what I could tell from my visits, Seattle folks feel more like me. I am excited about starting a new life here on Greenlake. I am ultimately looking for a long-term relationship, but because I have been dealing with so much change recently, I would like to go slow. I am open to dating too.

In preparation for the new year I am making a commitment to give up holding the masculine "energy" in relationships. I realize that after two disappointing marriages I (unconsciously) decided to become the kind of man I had hoped to find in a relationship. I stepped into masculine energy and went out and "conquered the world" (in my own small way). I was responsible, successful, contributed to society developed courage and integrity. I took charge and "made things happen." During this time I attracted men who were more in their "feminine" energy - supportive, sensitive, yielding, looking to me for direction. Now that I am more aware of the polarities of masculine and feminine energies - I long to find a man who is aware of himself and can show up as primarily masculine energy that will allow me to be more in touch with my feminine nature . . . flowing receptive, loving, nurturing energy.

My favorite activities are kissing/cuddling, lively conversation - progressive politics, hiking, dancing, gardening, music concerts, live theater, independent film, international travel and boating. I love living near the water and have been fortunate to be able to do that most of my life.

I am easy going, affectionate, flexible and extremely optimistic, and would love to share time and space with a kindred spirit. I am a spiritual seeker and have a daily meditation and prayer practice. It is important to me that my partner have a spiritual connection that guides and informs his life, and that our values and beliefs are compatible - but not necessarily identical.

I like to have fun no matter what I am doing, but I also believe there is more to life. I want to be with a man who is willing to continue to grow, evolve and who has discovered his own personal spiritual connection. Someone who is strong enough to be honest, vulnerable and take 100% responsibility for his life. I want a sense of "being met" if that makes sense to you. . not exactly equal but balanced. I am pretty eclectic - I have interest that are main-stream and other times non-traditional or new age. I don't want to edit or hide parts of myself because my partner can't relate.

I am very liberal in my approach to life and enyoy being active in my community. I have very good health with a long history and focus on natural foods, alternative medicine and prevention. (It is important that this be a shared life-style.)I enjoy optimistic individuals who are curious and see opportunity and the beauty in life, rather than focusing on problems and obstacles. I am looking for a partner to create a life of joy, while having a positive impact on our world. I want to participate in making this a better world, while having the most fun!

(Discussing our favorite music or hobbies doesn't really work for me. Please write to me about what has the most meaning for you.)

I would choose a peaceful walk in nature and perhaps a good independent film that we could discuss afterwards with a glass of wine or cup of tea.