Seeking friendly male companionship for dinner, movies, and just talking and telling jokes. I enjoy reading, painting, and spending time with my children, grandchildren, and my pets. That's the executive summary - read on for details.

I enjoy humor of all kinds, from puns to risque jokes, but I'm not keen on cruel humor. I particularly like funny stories.

I read all kinds of fiction and non-fiction, memoirs and biographies and I find book discussions enjoyable. I have a good vocabulary and enjoy crosswords. Of course, many of my friends aren't particularly bookish. How about you?

I'm an artist. I paint porcelain - still life, landscapes and so on. Due to a neck injury, I've lost some function in my right hand; I'm pleased I can still paint.

I love to travel. I've been to London, Paris, Rome... New York, Chicago, Los Angeles... Newport, Ringgold, Gray... Still lots of places to see!

I've met some great guys online and not a few jerks. If you expect to go to a motel after the first date, if not before, go on by yourself. Are you incapable of returning a message or phone call? Fine - don't send the first message! If you're a reasonable, regular or terrific guy, not married, send me a message. I hope we click, but if not, I hope to find a new friend.