I am from New Jersey living in Los Angeles for 15 years, Italian, can cook, studied massage in Tibet, rescues animals, likes to laugh (who doesn't right?)...

Occasionally, I volunteer for an Animal rescue group. I've been an animal champion since I was a kid.
My family was traditionally Italian. Christmas and Easter were big events. My father was a Chef so we ate Pasta dishes every Sunday and leftovers during the week. My father complained about the ways of the world. We all nodded. Some argued, then it got loud! Though my parents separated when I was 4, my mother didn't speak the language like my father and since I lived with her growing up, I missed learning it.
I have family oriented values and still do. Some are respect my parents, time to be together, communicate and more.

I'm a dog guy, though I have compassion for all animals.
Workout several times a week and teach a cycling class. I like hiking or going for walks in the city and/or the hills.

I like British Movies and movies that are character driven like Pi as well as good ole' action movies.
This last year has been a time to go back to study politics and take an interest in our country.

What kind of guy am I?
I value my word. I’m tenacious, playful, compassionate, empathetic, accountable, sensual...


Here is my view of online dating:

A great possibility to meet people you would never had the chance to meet.

Relationships

I am committed to a relationship that works on all levels. I take my time to get to know someone.

Qualities in others?

Someone playful, who can dish out a joke, connects on genuine level, sensual, grounded enough to know when not to be grounded and back. I like a woman who likes nylons; takes care of her body and mind as well as being compassionate for the well being of others. She has a edge of adventure and seduction.

Something simple for the first meeting. Then a date? Well, that's when we go to-

I do like a woman who has a bit of an edge (a good edge) which is uninhibited and adventurous, bold, creative.... Sexual as well as in all areas of life.

"Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal. My strength lies solely in my tenacity."
Louis Pasteur