my references would say that i am passionate, patient, generous and someone you can rely on. i like to think that i'm intelligent. attractive? that's your call. i hope to meet a woman who is intelligent, kind, charitable, engaging, active, with a positive outlook.

more about me: music is a passion -- live music and local bands, playing guitar and singing '50s-era r&b and jazz standards most anywhere. my family is very important, as is spending time with old friends and making new ones. i am an eclectic person with many and varied interests who is always up for new experiences. i'm insatiably curious and love learning new things. i don't generally watch sports on TV, with a few exceptions like playoff games, F1 and cycling. i'd rather be outdoors in most any weather. i love cooking and good food but i do so with moderation. 1'm a huge architecture & design fan, it often stops me dead in my tracks. i love getting dirty in my metal shop but i clean up nicely. i am naturally a very active person, and while i am competitive, i don't always have to be right. i like day trips to nowhere in particular. parlo italiano ma sono troppo arrugginito. and i think kissing is just about the best thing in the world.

keep it simple: a first date is an opportunity to get to know each other, meeting for coffee or drinks, maybe a museum or a walk along an interesting streetscape. i'd prefer to meet as soon as possible once we feel there's a connection; i find this the best way to manage expectations...