My name is Howie.
Patience is an important part of fishing but all I catch is fish that do not meet the length requirements. Where is the lunker I can mount on the wall? Kinda corny but funny. lol
I think the most important trait I possess is the fact that I am very nice and do not get caught up in drama. I think unlike other men I can think for myself and am strong but gentle at the same time. I do not like to fight and would like a relationship that has far less conflict than happiness, joy, compromise etc... By all means don't get me wrong I am passionate and pretty well opinionated but... what I am saying is that pretty much at all times when dealing with people I care about I am able to keep a level head and... very few things are soo important that I can not compromise without all the attitude and long term negative stuff that sometimes goes along with it. I guess I am saying looking for someone whom is also a peace maker.
I guess I will say a few things about myself first. I am a christian guy whom goes to church nearly every Sunday. I actually would like to be more involved in church than I am right now so... if that sounds like you then great. I do want to say that I am not a Bible thumping evangelical freak but... I do have a strong belief and moral system that I truly believe in. I also do realize that we live in a society where that sort of belief is not normal or in style. Soo I guess what I am saying is that if... you have no interest in that sort of thing then I cordially say "good luck but not with me".
Well, I am a PE teacher for kids aging in range from 4 to 14. Although, it is very stressful at times due to disrespect and things of that nature I do have to say I love my job. I love working with kids and just feel blessed to be able to help children to grow up into adults. What I mean is that it's a huge responsibility and I hope I plant only good seeds in them.
I excercise alot compared to the average American I would say. I have done the Siesta key sprint triathlon 4yrs in a row. I have to brag a little about that. As I get older I have actually improved in time every year. Illogical huh?! I have done the half marathon here in Sarasota once and plan to maybe do that again this year. I also do other random races. I think it would be an absolute plus if you are interested in exercising along side me. I also do not mind if you are a better athlete than I and can kick my butt or vise versa. I also have played in a kickball league for 2.5yrs now and in a dodgeball league for a year. It is soo much fun. hmmm Sooo I guess I am saying that I am in good shape most of the time although my down fall is like the typical guy I love to eat too much. lol
My dreams and aspirations all revolve around being happy and content at every given moment. I do not feel that happiness can obtained by making bookoo dollars or by owning a jaguar or by having all the attention in the world from the opposite sex. Now don't get me wrong I am not making any excuse for myself to do nothing with my life. I am a hard worker and I believe in doing my best in everything I do and I have alot of goals. Maybe my goals are a bit simpler than some. I love the KISS principle which is Keep It Simple Stupid. lol
Wow I hate writing about myself probably mostly because no matter how much I write or think about what to write you do not truly get a sense of me!
I stated a few traits I would love a woman to have and here are some more. Someone whom is about my height meaning an inch or 2 taller or any distance shorter. he he Extremely short hair in a woman is not my thing nor is a ton of tattoos all over or more than 10 piercings. lol I want someone whom takes care of their health to some degree but an ability to be active with me would be only a plus. Some degree of Christian faith and a desire to attend church with me is a must. A kind heart and non-cross spirit would be great but... I do love spunk! Must have a desire to have a strong family and some kids in the distant future of course. Must like staying home as much as going out!
Well, that being said I want to say a couple things about what I absolutely hate in a woman and do not want to waste my time with. Don't get me wrong I mean this as nicely as possible but... I find it ignorant to live this way anyway. Don't get me wrong I am all for having a drink now and then but... if you are getting drunk Friday, Saturday and Sunday night/day you are not a social drinker. If you are under 5'6" and absolutely have to have a guy that is 5'10" or better how does that make sense? I do not have a complex due to being vertically challenged lol but I do think the whole thing is silly silly silly. If you have a picture posted where you are nearly naked, and or you are drinking profusely and you are older than 25 please grow up.
Really I am a great guy whom would love nothing more than to take care of his girl. I am not saying any girl needs to be taken care of but please understand what I mean. I am just in search of a best friend and companion and looking for a relationship that is filled with way more love than discord and fighting. Not the Norm!!

Well this completely hinges on whomever I get to take out but... something simple works well... like coffee or dinner.