I'm looking for a best friend who is equally content in sitting at home or going out on an adventure. I like to go camping in the One of the things I like to do is to head off to the Sierras to do some 4x4 off-roading in the Mono Lake Basin. Also I like to cross-country ski and always looking for a partner for a good run. Right now I'm looking for a friend, it may lead to something longer-term or not. Love to travel to what I consider second homes in the world (Singapore and Ireland). I'm loyal to a fault, hate arguing and enjoy a good laugh. I do like stormy weather but I don't like drama. Politics: Liberal. Religion: Catholic with a healthy dose of Buddhism.

Music: Thievery Corporation, Afro Celtic Sound System, Doors, Enigma, Dead, Robert Rich, Stones. TV: House MD, Burn Notice, Kitchen Nightmares. History Channel.

Foods: Organic, carnivore, vegetarian and all light fare. Also like Mexican, Middle Eastern, Northern Indian, Thai, Chinese and an occasional greasy burger (and beer) joint.

Work: I have a good job that frequently takes me to the Far East though my early evenings are frequently consumed by meeting with my teams over the telephone. At least I don't start work till 10am.

Also must like dogs and cats! I have three rescue dogs and two cats (though I'm allergic to one of the them).

Cyber meet and get acquainted a bit? Then perhaps meet at a local coffee shop. Maybe take a hike, a movie, take a walk downtown, or go for a few drinks. Downtown Santa Cruz has am Afghan restraunt I'm open to suggestions for openers.