I guess you could think of me as the antithesis of the "typical guy" - I don't play games, I don't try to hook-up with every girl I meet, I'm not looking to play the field, I AM looking for a serious relationship. Also, a friend recently pointed out to me that it's important to also mention that I have my act together - I have my own car, I live in an apartment and not my parent's basement, and I also have a great job that I love with serious but reasonable goals for the future.

What I’m really looking for is a partner, someone who will stand beside me and share in my adventures, rather then try to control me or ask me to make their decisions for them. I've got plenty of ambition, personal goals, and hobbies that I enjoy and would love to share, and I'm always interested in learning something new. Life can be a truly grand adventure if you look at it the right way, and it is even better if you have the right person to share it with.

If you're looking for the guy next door and are ready to consider the idea of something real, without all the games and drama you're probably used to, then look me up. I'm not looking for the perfect girl, just a nice one.

First dates are meant to be both low pressure and low key, but that's different for everyone so it's not something I can lay down in a single thought. I'd pick the date depending on the girl - a nice dinner or just coffee, maybe hiking in the park or walking through the inner harbor; I'm flexible and it really depends on the individual. How about we make that the subject of our first conversation?