Some of my photos are several yr. old. The one in the hat was shot June '08.

I love intelligent people and I am comfortable with those who are more
intelligent than I. My music appreciation is rather limited; classical,
classical and classical are my first 3 choices. :•) I also enjoy some
blue grass and some country & western. I pay fairly close attention to
current events and the political arena.

Lest the following paragraphs give the wrong impression, I love humor,
but I don't like caustic humor, i.e. humor that is used as a weapon, or
what a friend calls "Brick Wall" humor so common on TV.

I grew up in the cornfields of northern Indiana and have a deep apprecia-
tion for my farm background. However, my politics and philosophy are
much different from those of most farmers. I have a progressive out-
look and a global view of life. I'm deeply concerned about the future of
Planet Earth.

Photography, particularly nature photography is one of my passions,
a life-long interest in wildlife biology, everything from ants to
zebras. I kept bees for 50 years. Started studying birds in my mid
teens. Have a life list of over 450 species. I've been active in
conservation since my early 20's. Spent 20 years in the landscaping
business and 17 years in environmental education.

My goal is a long-term relationship in which we are both comfortable
in expressing our likes and dislikes and equally comfortable in
expressing feelings. I'm not looking for a woman who meekly accepts my
thinking and has none of her own. I'm searching for a woman who enjoys
engaging in in-depth discussions of substantive subjects, but I'm not an
intellectual snob. I am a lot younger than my years and have a lot of time
to give in a close and loving relationship. If you are accustomed to a man
who disrespects you and neglects you, I don't qualify. I need a relationship
that is built on tenderness and respect.

If the above strikes a cord with you, I would love to hear from you.

A casual meeting for tea, lunch, dinner; to get acquainted.
My first choice is your preference or preferences.
Short of that;
Discuss topics of interest and import.
Visit a nature preserve or zoo or beach.
Enjoy a sunset.