The opening line of the book (Scaramouche) seemed to describe me well --->

"He was born with a gift of laughter and a sense that the world was mad".

Pretty much sums it up, but, if you need to know more. . .
Let's start with,

Top Ten Reasons I hate Dating Sites:

10: I get dizzy looking at pictures taken from camera phones held high above your head.

9: Don’t like feeling like a menu item at the fast food place. (I don’t mind that you know what you want, but come on - it’s not Subway).

8: I’m looking for someone who doesn’t like to walk barefoot in the rain, AND I CAN’T FIND ONE!

7: Fuzzy pictures -- Also applies to pictures taken from greater than 30 ft away and you’re in a crowd. The caption reads, “That’s me in the middle”.
(for heaven’s sake, drop a quarter and sit in the booth!)

6: Photoshop

5: When describing “body type”, the term “average” is not the total weight of everyone you know, divided by the number of people. It means your not overweight or anorexic.

4: If you have children, you don’t need to tell me how important they are. I get it, THEY ARE YOUR CHILDREN. However, it might be helpful to let me know if you feel differently. Something like, “While I have kids, I would abandon them to be raised by the government for the right guy.” This, at least, is insightful.

3: It adds no mystery to your profile to answer the questions with, “No Response”. We all know what that means. No Response in these areas mean - I smoke, but didn’t want to tell you. I’m a bit overweight, but hoped you wouldn’t notice. I have no commitment to any religion OR I am involved in a small cult group that sacrifices chickens and didn’t want that to bug you. See? You can’t hide.

2: Profiles with the caption, “Any good men left?”
This would be like me asking, “Are all women self-absorbed, shallow and looking for a sugar daddy?” It does, also, sound like you just finished devouring a line of them at the all you can eat dating depot and can’t wait to consume another.
(Of course there are good men (and women) left, but we’re swimming in a public pool and there is no lifeguard on duty. The odds are tougher, but that’s no excuse for being mean).

And, My number one reason for hating dating sites. . .

1: After one full year on the site - you still see the SAME people.
What can that possibly mean?

Now, if you make it past my thoughts on dating sites, the profile part - - ->

I have always enjoyed music - both listening and playing (played professionally for a number of years) and enjoy musicians like James Taylor, a little Colbie Caillat and Bryan Adams (unplugged). I like to ride my motorcycle (one of those touring types that is really comfortable on long trips), I can cook (actually used to own a restaurant and it surprises friends that I even cook for myself when I am alone). While not a big drinker, I enjoy making my own beer and sharing it with friends. My sense of humor is on point and very quick. I am down to earth and comfortable to be with and fit equally well at the neighbor's backyard BBQ or out on the town for a night. No matter how nice it may sound in theory, I will probably not walk barefoot in the park during a rain with you -- something about the high probability of finding what Fido left behind between my toes that makes the thought more romantic than the reality. I do, however, enjoy a good thunderstorm and love to sit outside (under cover) watching nature dish it out. I enjoy traveling, seeing new places and meeting people along the way.

I prefer some depth to those I want close and the ability to communicate openly your thoughts and concerns. I would love someone thoughtful. I don't mean by that someone who does little things for you (although that's really nice too), but someone who takes the time to consider things of importance. I want to laugh and play and have fun, but not at the expense of ignoring issues that should matter. Your faith and how you live it, the influence we have on others who observe us (and rightly or wrongly judge us). I miss good conversation and the mental stimulation that comes from it. I guess what I'm saying is that while I want to be physically drawn to someone and consumed with that desire and passion, I want more (perhaps too much). You don't need a degree to be able to think or express your thoughts or hold a great conversation. You just need to care deeply about the things in life that matter most. Then, take time to take a walk holding hands, smile a lot, enjoy the night sky and always be ready for the next adventure.

By the way, I'm probably more the eternal optimist - the glass isn't half full or half empty.
The glass is twice as large as I need - How much more blessed could I be?

Almost anything that doesn't get in the way of finding out who I'm with.

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