I am momogomus by nature, and have been in mostly longterm relationships. I do not have children of my own, but helped raise two wonderful ones. I'm a chef by trade, have a small private/catering chef service, and was a professional musician for years. If you believe in this sort of thing, I'm a typical scorpio, intense, loyal to family and friends, tenacious and very funny although I have a mostly dryish sense of humor. Oh,and I'm erotically centered if you know what that means!! I love women that are smart, funny, good hearted/natured,and a bit aggressive at times as far as getting what they need in life. I'm fairly easy to please and love to please my partner in all aspects, sharing the responsibilities of our lives.My last longtime companion died in 01'.My last companion of 2+ yrs ended about 9 months ago. I am not really interested in extended e-mails/IM's and much prefer to speak on the phone fairly early on to see if there is a mutual desire to move forward and commonality......P.S..I don't write to many people but if I do write, it will be short because I've learned that rather than writing a long letter and not get a simple "thanks but no thanks I'd try short and sweet..:)Oh..and I no longer have a beard. I was starting to look like my dear departed 16 yr old golden retriever!!!! Bob

Hmm,a first date!! Sometimes it's best to arrange a short meeting, coffee,or a drink. Short and sweet and we can always spend more time together if there is a mutual desire.