realist/idealist who knows what's important and has a deep belief in that elusive butterfly of love; like all things beautiful, and know that the true radiance in a person comes from within

been told i'm one of the good ones, and as i don't like to argue, will let that one go; am open, caring, and honest, and want that in a partner

sort of a renaissance-light man, and appreciate the many beautiful things life has to offer

one-time and all-time independent spirit: bought a piano before knowing a musical note from a post-it one; starting taking painting classes after channel surfing and landing on bob ross' happy clouds; began photography hobby by buying camera on way to airport when traveling to europe -- had no reservations or itinerary -- just backpack, sleeping bag, tent, and then camera

enjoy and wish i was better at so many things, such as: painting, piano, and golf

co-founder of non-profit foundation that uses ballroom dancing to enhance the lives of autistic children and youngsters in wheelchairs [can't do ballroom dancing by any means - more of an ornament on the dance floor - but hardwired to help people]

press used to describe me as "quirky" in a nice way; exceedingly honest and trustworthy; know there is goodness in most people, though don't have the patience or desire to find it in some

believe in the adages that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger and that people always show themselves -- just give them time

doing something that allows us to learn more about each other, to see into each others eyes, to give our senses an opportunity to tell us something