* I'm a guy that's reasonably happy with the way life is going right now. It's just that one thing is missing...and I'm interested to see if I find it here.

* I'm an Eastern Illinois University graduate with a degree in journalism. Right now I work for a newspaper in the Sun Times Group in Hinsdale. I cover Western Springs, IL.

* I like journalism, but I think live performance and theatre are my true passions. The more I do them, the more I love them. It brings a certain joy to my life that is unspeakable.

* A large portion of said joy comes from making people laugh. You bring a smile to someone's face, it warms your heart and soothes your spirit. So often it's the smallest things in life that make the biggest difference to others. Some people spend their entire lives craving power, but don't realize that they have so much from the very start.

* I have a great appreciation for conversation. It’s kind of a lost art these days.

* I never hesitate to go to bat for someone I love, or a genuine friend. I'm a pretty mellow guy, but God help you if you **** with the people I care about.

* I'd like to get into volunteer work of some kind...I just need to find the right place.

* I'm really not into televised sports. I don't wine and complain if somebody wants to watch the game, and I don't mind if I have a partner that's into that, but it's just not something I particularly enjoy. Just FYI.

* I was in the bookstore once, and happened to see a book called "Why Men Love ****es." I was confused by that title. As a man, I have to say that I do NOT love ****es. In fact, I tend to dislike ****es immensely. I know we all have our ****y moments, but if you're a full-time **** (also known as a professional perpetual punchbowl pooper), then you might want to shop in another aisle.

* If you're a fan of Batman: The Animated Series, just skip over the rest of this and message me NOW. That's my equivalent of "pass go and collect $200."

* Nothing is impossible. Improbable, unlikely, but never impossible.

* With the right girl, I think I can be a pretty romantic guy. What does that mean? Well, if you're the right girl you'll find out...

* I'm also turned on by Jello. Particularly green Jello.

* You should message me if you have an open mind, an free spirit, and a loving heart. What more could anyone ask for? Well...a nice ass helps too. But that's a perk if nothing else.

Something fairly low key. Drinks, maybe dinner. Something that allows us to talk.