My hobbies are bowhunting, target shooting, and photography. I'm a student of history, mostly Civil War and World War 2. My tastes in music include Rock, Country, Blues, and Classical. I'm also a political junky and I am Conservative/Libertarian in my political views. I have Three Wonderfull and exceptionaly intelligent daughters, and that is, of course, my totaly unbiased opinion.

I have been out of the whole dating thing for a Loooong while, but my ideal first date would be dinner at a quiet resturant so we could talk and get to know each other. Also, so I can be sure she doesn't eat with her fingers, talk with her mouth full, or belch loudly after the meal, manners are important. :) (the belching would not be a deal breaker though)

Up-date: I have been contacted by some ladies who are concerned that I may be too stringent about eating with ones fingers. Therefore, I feel that is incumbent upon me to clarify my expectations for dining etiquette.

I believe the rule is; if it has a bone in it, you may use your fingers, i.e. Chicken, Pork Chops, and Baby Back Ribs. Also, food impaled on a stick; chicken on a stick, popsicles, sis kabob, any Chinese food (chopsticks), those little Weenies on a tooth pick, ECT. Also, French fries and onion rings, to include “Bloomin’ Onions” and potato logs, are permissible. Mashed potatoes? Not so much. Corn on the cob, yes. Cream style corn, no.

As for talking with the mouth full, I would agree that exceptions can be allowed in emergency situations, provided that no food particles are expelled.

I did state that belching would not be a deal breaker. Creative belching is appreciated. Bonus points are added for belching in complete sentences.

I hope this helps. ;)