I love to be active but I'd also enjoy quiet times at home with that special someone. In general, I'd rather participate than watch. I always try to find the humor in life;it's there if you look for it. I value friendship above everything. My friends know they can count on me. A lasting relationship must have friendship as a foundation. I love animals;I have two dogs. Besides tennis, I love to travel. While planning a trip is fun and exciting, I also like to just clear the calendar, pack a bag and just go!

I have a wonderful 21 year old son. He's a junior at Rutgers-New Brunswick. He's prelaw and going to be a fabulous lawyer. He argues with me all the time but only about important topical issues (politics, world events, social mores, who's turn it is to cut the lawn or load the dish washer..... lol)

I lost my 15 year old daughter, Susan. She was the love of my life. You could never have met a more compassionate and caring soul. She had a marvelous quick wit (father's side of the family) and a funky sense of fashion (mother's side). Their mom and I stayed together while she was battling cancer for 4 1/2 years. So I know all about love and devotion.

There you have it! My life has returned to a balanced state. I'm ready to start over. There are still many life's chapters left for me to write with the right person. I am caring, sensitive, resilient, postiive and fun. But, I'll also make you work and keeping it fresh and new;I'd expect you to require the same of me. I love to laugh and make others laugh. Friends say I'm a "diamond in the rough". I'm looking for a wonderful partner to share all that life, and I, have to offer. And that's quite a bit on both counts. Karen Carpenter sang, "make believe it's you first time, and I'll make believe it's mine." And although she was singing about love making, I think it's a wonderful view of love itself. I'm ready to chat, and if we both agree, to meet for coffee or drinks.

Best wishes on your life's journey,

Phil

Bye for now!

A first date should be in a setting where we can talk and get to know each other. Then, if we both feel it's right,dinner, drinks and dancing!