I'm told my up side is I am an intelligent, articulate, generous, creative and funny 57 year old man. People seem to enjoy my company. Speaking of company, I own and am the CEO of one though I am not a workaholic. I write a humorous column for the local Sierra Madre newspaper and I am involved in a Improv Comedy group. I acted in my first play at the Sierra Madre Playhouse. I am a guitarist and I write music. I love my two kids, Alex, 21, and Olivia, 19. I am a man of faith. The type of lady I would love to meet is conversationally engaging, tends to see the glass as half full, and enjoys the company of good friends as well as the quiet moments enjoyed by two. If she plays scrabble or cribbage she would be a real find.

A first date gives us an opportunity to listen and share what it is that makes you and I...you and I. I tend to be old school and like to open doors (you know, the whole gentleman thing.) I am not looking for an instant invite to anything more than an engaging evening complete with good food, good conversation and if earned, maybe a hug at the end of the evening. Not to mention the possibility of a second date.