First of all, apologies for the crappy profile pic...I'm looking for a better one that's not pixelated...in the meantime, pls check my other pics.
Secondly, I might be confused about "the rules of engagement on this site", particularly where "favoriting" is concerned. I add someone to my favorites because I think they are attractive (physically, aesthetically, intellectually, spiritually...any or all of the above). It is not a 'coy way' of saying HI, or me playing games...merely an attempt to remember someone that I 'intend' to reach out to at some point, and I don't want to have to search for them...this site is vast and there seem to be a variety of interesting ladies. Believe me, as time/desire/kismet permit, I will reach out and say hello. But I believe everyone gets emails when one is 'favorited'...if you want to say HI, don't be shy...but don't be insulted if I take a little time to do so...because I AM taking my time, and I'm not in a rush. I hope that all came across the right way...I was compelled to write it after reading a few 'terse' opinions in profiles about FAVORITES.
So this isn't my first time in dating 'the fish tank.' I've done the online dating thing off and on for years (in between relationships). Yes, I want to be in a relationship, but not because it's expected by society...I'm very comfortable just 'dating' someone who's enjoying just 'dating' me. Conversely, when I'm in a committed relationship, I'm committed.
I have a 1 year-old daughter (part-time custody) and she's the center of my world and heart, but there's still room in my heart/life to share some more of myself (and her) with someone special. So my ultimate goal would be to eventually find that 'someone,' but I won't rush or settle.
I believe and aspire to take care of myself/my body and would like a partner that's reasonably committed to doing the same. I'm not going to win a body building contest, you don't have to be "Miss America" but please care somewhat about your health and staying in shape, for your health if nothing else (what a great common interest to have too, where two people can enjoy activity together!).
I've played soccer for 35 years, and almost every other sport recreationally (name it, I've probably tried it, or thought about trying it).
I LOVE concerts and many types of music...in another life I think I was on a stage somewhere.
Have passport, will travel...nuff said. Anyone into scuba diving, or at least the beach? OK, next time...then let's head to the jungle/mountains/desert/glaciers/plains...wherever there's something interesting to see/do/photograph.
I believe if living/loving/laughing fast, hard and often...and singing as if "American Idol" might just consider me for the next season (oh my imagination!).
BTW, I'm a pretty straight-forward guy...I'm not really 6'0" tall, but there wasn't an option to put 5' 11 1/2"-5' 11 3/4" on a good day...LOL.
UPDATE~9.22.09 I've been on here a few months and have had the pleasure to share 'stories' with other guys/girls in this fishtank. Here are some tips that I will periodically add to as I get collect more of them (feel free to email some of your own):
1. If you're going to tell someone you 'started dating someone' (and claim not to be a serial dater), don't leave your profile up. You either have chosen a cra**y way to 'let someone down easy' (just be honest with them instead) or it speaks volumes about your character that you're 'dating someONE' but keeping your options open.
2. Be honest about your height, age, weight. Guys - women KNOW you're only 5' 8" when they meet you after you've said you're 5'10"..believe me they probably won't be overwhelmed by your charm when you've deceived them once already. Ladies - same goes for weight.
3. More to come...keep it real San Diego! ;-)

Let's sum it up...a first date is a "no obligation interview." To see, hear, experience each other, and to see if there's a remote connection (physically, intellectually, spiritually, etc.)
If it's not there, tell me and I will wish the heartiest of luck to you to find "your one" that you're seeking...and I would ask for the same blessings.
How about a simple, short coffee date/wine bar date/Irish pub date to check things out...extending the date is optional and early departures will not be judged. I think as we get older, we get more intuitive and (begin to) learn what we want/need/desire,..don't you agree?