I think the perfect match for me is someone I can talk to and laugh with. Someone who ignites and inspires me. I am a very good communicator, straightforward, honest and in touch with my emotions...and would like the same in my ideal companion.

Since I am anything but typical, I would like to simply enjoy someone for who they are and would only ask the same in return. I am a peaceful artist (filmmaker, musician...etc) & public speaker that has unique opinions, ideas, and a liberal/yet low key outlook on life...as well as a few tattoos :) I am very stable and comfortable in the life I lead, but I still always strive to grow as a human-being and be open to new things.

I do not think Money = Happiness, and instead think that you can find true happiness within oneself and in a quality relationship. Although I enjoy my alone time very much, (which is brought on from being an only child) I also love the idea of "sharing" life with someone.

I enjoy people who live in the moment, and do not let the past or future weigh them down. I am looking for someone who can respect different cultures and lifestyles and be open-minded about the world around them.

Oh..and they must be a fan (or at least tolerant) of cats....because I have 3 and love them to death.

Other than that, I find that all people have something great to offer so it is just finding the person who ignites MY spark...

I feel a one-on-one connection is best found through engaging conversation...so the first date would probably be simple. Dinner and talking, maybe a nice walk or some coffee. Minimal distractions...