Carpe diem, cherchez la femme; in my experience easily said but not easily achieved. People who know me understand that I am a talker, a good listener, hate gossip, enjoy politics and being involved in my community. I'm passionate about good food, cooking, the outdoors and fighting the good fight. Sometimes doing the right thing is the only thing. I am frustrated by foolishness and angered by selfishness. Family is the most important thing in my life. You can never have enough good friends.

I'm looking for a woman who knows who she is, has her priorities worked out and is not afraid to speak her mind. We all have our passions; what are you passionate about? I believe that no matter what we say, actions determine what we as individuals stand for, and how others see us. Intelligence, common sense and a good sense of humor, the ability to laugh at oneself (and me) are all attractive qualities. I appreciate people who understand that subtlety is the essence of class. Most of all I'm looking for a companion and a life partner who is open to new ideas, checking out new places and activities. She would need to be open to share and explore similar interests, while understanding that we need to complement rather than be mirror images of one another. Going through life single can certainly be satisfying and have its rewards but there are things that can only be experienced by a couple. I am looking for that special person who would like to share all that can be experienced when a couple adds up to more then just two.