So much is lost in the effort of distilling oneself into a paragraph or two and a few (bad) photos. Here is what I know for sure: if you are seeking someone who is 97% sane, independent, fun-loving and typically on-the-ball as far most things go (except for dating, that is--who understands this?) I could be who you're looking for. When not absorbed in pajama-clad movie watching (a favorite pastime), I'm an active, fit, health-conscious person who appreciates both the funny and poignant sides of life. I am comfortable with expressing myself in all meaningful ways. In addition to companionship and intimacy, what I enjoy most about a truly loving relationship is the mutual desire to consider each other with a thousand small, kind gestures. The best relationships I know maintain this kind of respect. My passions include bicycling, love, animals, friends, interesting people, places, food and music, a toasty fireplace.....oh, and pie. All are better when shared...

Not in any rush--interested in finding a great and lasting relationship and hopefully acting like teenagers together. If you are a true gentleman who takes care of himself, understands the importance of kindness, genuinely likes women (as people not objects), and has his priorities and life together, I hope to hear from you....Intelligent life forms are especially encouraged to respond....

Maybe meet in a relaxed setting over a magical potion such as coffee? Compare songs on our ipods? Go for a bike ride? Animal balloon herding? Get a seaweed wrap? (never tried it before)...Go to the zoo and set the animals free?..Look at each other's toes? Whatever we decide, let's have fun in person and not spend our time writing back and forth. I'm not sure about you, but that's not how I get to know and care about a person....