In a nutshell: Strong, passionate, intelligent, sensitive, adventurous, easy-going, and motivated, are just some of the qualities I posses that make "me," me. I don't play games, so here's my deal; for the past four years, my work, the gym, and school have dominated my life. And if you don't know already, it gets really lonely lol! I'm ready for a relationship if it happens, but I don't want to force anything.

Lately, I've learned to really appreciate the smaller things in life. For instance, and I know this is going to sound ridiculous, I've recently discovered how beautiful of a city Chicago is. Over the summer I took the architectural boat tour on the river, which was phenomenal! I learned so much about the city & its history; as a matter of fact, I was so taken back by the experience as a whole, that I actually went to Boarders and purchased The History of Chicago book. To my amazement, the college where I received my Associate degree, is a Chicago Landmark. It was where Charlie Chaplin made some of his silent films! It was really a surreal experience to see your old stomping ground and realize how much history was beneath your feet. I do drive, but when I feel like taking in the sights of the city I ride the train...there is something very romantic about it, I guess.

This August I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. I'm not a very complicated guy when it comes to relationships...or any other aspect of my life. If I like you, I'll tell you. No games.

If you're interested, let me know.

First dates are always the most important, sacred, and meaningful time in ANY relationship. It doesn't matter if it's just a friendship, or something more. The person I'm with has to trust me, and in order for that to happen I have to make sure that we're in a safe, secure place where she feels comfortable. Personally, I would love to take a stroll around a local neighborhood, Museum, Planetarium, or any of the other million places Chicago has to offer.