Ladies-looking for that special girl and not a mind player. I guaranteed one thing: I WILL NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. I am an educated, professional, single parent raising a teenager (toughest job in the world!). I am very protective of her and hope you understand. I enjoy camping, cooking, volunteering, long distance runner, spending time with family. I do not smoke, have no tattoos, don't use drugs-prescribed or otherwise, am a social drinker, don't curse or use the "F" word; at least not in your presense. I am a very optimistic person and a strong believer in that you are what you want to be. I retired from a very stable and rewarding career and have begun a second career.

I am a confident individual who believes that honesty is a two way street, so feel free to ask me anything. I am a conservative and enjoy politics. If you're into politics, then you'll know what I mean when I say I am a Reagan Conservative. NO I did not vote for the current occupant of the white house. I am a considerate individual, so if you email me, I will respond. We may not be a match, but I will not do a "unread and delete". So ladies if I email you and you're not interested, please feel free to say so; it is only the lady thing to do. I have a thick skin and don't mind being rejected; afterall, who hasn't?

Favorite movies: Rudy, Good Will Hunting, Phenomenon. I enjoy Shakespeare plays, but especially Shakespeare plays at Miller's Outdoor Theater drinking wine/margaritas.

Favorite singers: Willie Nelson, Elton John.

What am I looking for? Someone who is honest, a lady who carries herself well and knows the definition of a "lady". Someone who is not afraid to open up, someone who can laugh and have a good time while doing simple every day things. Someone who will call at 3:00 am, just to say hi "thinking of you." Chemistry is a must, however, just because we don't match does not mean we can not be friends.

FYI-contrary to some, there are still gentleman left on this world and I promise I will treat you as such. Yes, I do open car doors for ladies. Was married for 17 years and never did I stop opening the door for her. Look forward to hearing from you.

I am open on what to do on first date. Prefer going to a quiet bar or as my headliner says, "maybe we could go somewhere and just eat a bunch of caramels." (can you guess what movie that line is from?) If we can make each other laugh, then I consider it a good date/meeting.