I can be a mass of contradictions and opposites that somehow works as a whole. This is pretty much like everyone else, and like everyone, mine is unique.

Unabashedly me, you'll either love it, hate it or smile and tolerate it.
I have my feet on the ground and my head in the clouds.
I'm an artist who works in the technical fields.
I can be moody and sometimes temperamental even while I'm being the emotional rock that people lean on.
Born to use my mind, and learned to use my hands.
Dedicated, committed, and intensely laid back.
I can be rather shy and reserved until I open up.
Calm and gentle with a beast raging inside, yearning to run free in the night.
I always have a sense of humor, even when I'm serious.
I can be extremely passionate about the things I'm into, and just not give a damn about thing's I'm not into.
I don't sweat the small stuff.
My willingness to change may at times border on glacial, but then it'll happen at light speed when it does.
I can be intense, driven, and charging forward like a bulldozer piloted by a crack addict.. even if its about being a lazy **stard for a weekend.
I've been described more than once as a ball of energy and force of nature who oftentimes needs a direction or proper outlet.
Seeking balance is my main gig.

I play guitar, mostly in metal bands. I've played everything from Count Basie to Carcass and still come back home to metal. If you like music, you're in luck.

Love to cook, since food is life. I might dazzle you with some dishes as long as you can laugh with me at my culinary wipeouts as we order pizza instead.

I'm looking for someone who fits me. That special person that compliments what I have. A partner in crime and best friend whom is able to look past my imperfections as I do theirs. I get along with just about everyone and have a good time, but I only tend to keep those that end up being outstanding individuals.

Some have asked "Ok Rich, that's all well and good but what are you *really* looking for in a person?" ... and my answer is honestly "I don't know" and "I'll know it when it clubs me over the head". Now, if you want to insta-judge and say no direction, door is to the left, nice knowing you. Personally, there isn't a list in my back pocket with all kinds of rules and limitations or "You must be at least this tall to ride". When it is the right person, you just know, and it could be anyone, even you! I will admit, to a point, the more you deviate from being totally white bread normal, the more likely we'll get along, then again I've had great times with some exceedingly average people. Go figure. The point? If I have a type, I have no idea what it is today, so let's take a chance and risk broadening each others horizons, alright?

People tend to notice and comment on my voice, feeling instantly secure, and learning something new whenever they meet me. I'm just me.

Never married, no kids, no baggage, gainfully employed, great career, have my own money, car and house. I'm self sufficient and independent, hopefully you are too but still able to get close to a person.

Just a note or three.
I'm heavy and working on it, so if you like to exercise you're in luck.
I'm a smoker and barring any major illness, I'll likely always be one.
I shave my head because I look better bald, not because I'm a racist.
I have tattoos and will be getting more. Don't like them? Run now.

Interesting facts:
I'm blind in one eye.
The only time I wear gym shoes is when I'm at the gym. Otherwise, boots only.
I'm not afraid to dance, but some are afraid when I dance. hahaha

If you haven't run screaming, congratulations! You're probably better off than 60% of the people there. If you find this intriguing, besides probably needing counseling, you're now in the top 10%. If you can intrigue me as well and not send me running You'll always be a winner to me.

If you can deal with all that, I'd love to hear from you.

NOTE*** For those that keep asking: I ride an '88 Harley FXR Superglide.

Dinner, movie and whatnot are boring. Lets find something fun. Ever spend a day combing the local flea market or used book store? Weather is getting better, so hey, even a street fair or something like that can be great fun.