I'd like to clear something up right away, or I may get very few responses. I am recently seperated. Divorce, however, is a virtual certainty. It's not a matter of "if," but "when." I just can't put a date on it, right now, so please don't let my status be the deciding factor on whether you decide to contact me or not. I am a gentleman. I am very considerate, compionate, polite, romantic, intelligent, pionate, affectionate, and interested in other people. I'm pionate about fishing, reading, oil painting, gardening (both flower and vegetable-you should see my carrots!), and adding value to other people's lives. Right now I have a voracious appee for books about effective living, relationships, and success. I also enjoy camping, auto races, cycling, hiking, traveling, bowling, and anything outdoors. I like humor, laughing, most kinds of music, movies, some television, and just having a good time. I like holding hands and being close to my special lady, watching a beautiful sunrise or sunset. I am securely employed, own my own house and travel trailer. I would like to meet you if: You're a very sweet woman who is willing to take things slow and get to know me, as I would like to get to know you. That's kind of against my nature, but I'll try, lol. I would like to meet someone to do things with, especially over the long winters we have here. Someone open-minded with self-confidence and a good self-image, interests similar to mine as well as some of your own. Patience is important--I believe it takes a long time to develop a solid relationship where you really know another person well, but it can be a lot of fun. I believe it takes a little "work," but if it takes too much work, then it's probably just not a good fit. I have a serious side and non-serious side. I like humor and can create some of my own. I love animals and have two rescue dogs of my own. I seem to have a special way with dogs. You should be very affectionate and interested in close physical contact including holding hands frequently, caressing, embracing, and kissing. You have a humble nature, yet also possess a good self-image. The right woman could likely sweep me off my feet. If this describes you and you might like being spoiled and treated like the most wonderful woman on earth, then contact me and let's learn about each other. "Life is a daring adventure or nothing at all.." So take a little risk, check me out. This is your opportunity to make a new friend, maybe more. BTW: I GENERALLY won't contact someone who hasn't posted a picture in their profile, unless there is something else about her description that captures my interest. That can be as simple as your location, or a well-written essay in the "About Me" section. It's not that I am so fanatical about looks, but there has to be a spark of physical attraction somewhere. Also, I LOVE long hair that I can bury my face in, occasionally--just the romantic part of me coming out. Short hair is not a deal-killer if you have a great personality. A big, genuine smile helps, too. Oh! And I give neck rubs that are to die for. Hope this helps.