Does anyone even read this?

I like most kinds of music. (Rap is not music)

I am involved in many different interests and activities. Too many to list here. But would like to learn more!

I am confident, not vain. And as you can see, unlike others, I can afford a shirt! Some things are better left for your eyes only. (But only if you play your cards right!) LOL :)

I do not mind if you smoke or drink in moderation. (I might even join you!) I am not addicted to drugs or alcohol.

Cleanliness (in health and home) is important to me.

I am retired from automotive design/engineering and now work as a professional artist full time. I am a member of the Farmington Artists Foundation, Artifacts Art Club in Livonia, I work with senior citizens in an art program in Farmington and I am Chairman of the Plein Air Society in Farmington. I currently have works showing in four different galleries and have won many awards.

I have 2 grown children (that I raised) and 4 grandchildren. My son 29, is a veteran and my daughter 30, is currently serving in Iraq.

I have no "baggage", only lessons learned about seeing red flags.

I love to laugh and find humor a must! I have never had any hair removed, colored or added! And as you can see, the beard comes off almost as easy as it goes on. It is not that important to me so tell me what you prefer :) In other words, what you see is real. I have nothing to hide. I am honest and truthful, inside and out.

I am here to meet that ONE special someone and treat her like the special lady she is. With loyalty and respect! She is petite, polite and professional. I would like a "long term relationship" but I think we need to be friends first and then forever!

A few words about photo's. I do not know about other guys but if I cannot identify you based on the photo's posted, I get reluctant to contact you. It's all about communication and getting to know YOU (nothing more!). And I know that good COMMUNICATION is the key to ANY type of relationship.

My mother and my sister tell me I need a good woman, and I agree with them!
Is this where I find her? Could you be her?

That depends on how well you can behave yourself!!
Seriously, the important thing is getting to know each other.