Hello. My name is Bryan, and I like myself. I'm upfront about this fact because I find that when it comes to looking for a relationship of any capacity, one really needs to like themselves before they are able to like or especially love another. So just to put it out there, before you consider me or any one else for a potential relationship, ask yourself, "Do I like myself?" If the answer is no, then you really need to kick yourself in the ass because you are the only person that truly knows you. There is no reason to beat yourself up because life is going to do that for you. This is something that I had to realize myself and I have been so happy since. So I implore you, be good to yourself.

Now that I got that out of the way, on to myself...

I live by a few simple principles. First and foremost, I live to be happy. Not to make a lot of money, not to be famous, I just want to be a happy person. Now that doesn't mean I'm just going to be some freeloadin' bum or anything like that, it's more of a principle that I abide by because of how many people I have seen who just can't seem to find happiness in their life. It's a sad thing, because I get the feeling that a lot of people think that life is nothing but crap then you die; that's BS.

Second, I'm a big believer in general altruism towards others. Random acts of kindness, favors, and making people laugh are an intrical part of me. This is because I'm a rather empathic person. I share the emotions of those around me, I can really put myself in other peoples' positions, and I often find that complete strangers can and often do chat me up openly. I used to resist talking to people a lot because I was more introverted, but eventually I grew out of that and I now fully embrace random conversations :P

Third, I try to find humor in anything I can. I enjoy tasteless jokes, bad jokes, I love puns (love being punny), slapstick, dry humor, British humor, subtle humor, but most of all, I just like all things ridiculous. Humor is a big thing with me. It is SO important to be able to laugh at the world and yourself. If you think about the act of laughing, it really is one of the strangest things that humans do. I think it's an evolutionary development that results from the absolute necessity to be able to deal with the randomness and ridiculousness of the universe. Otherwise we would probably blow up or something. Maybe those people who supposedly spontaneously combusted just never laughed at anything.

Those three factors are basically the gist of me. And now we are going to throw structure out the window and toss out random things about myself :P

-I try not to be very materialistic. If something of mine is broken or lost, I tend to just let it go. In the long run, it's not worth it to get all bent out of shape over such material wares.

-I am an agnostic/Buddhist, although I really don't adhere to either strictly. My real religion is life. I believe that life is a complex series of cycles which exist on different levels/planes/existences/etc. in which personal energies (souls, spirits, whatever you want to call them) are born, live, die, and then complete the circuit again. They may retain experience, personality quirks, fears, mental instabilities, etc. from each life and carry it on to the next. Once this personal energy has passed through this physical existence enough times (many people call them "old souls"), it moves on to the next series of circles (cycles) and continues to evolve and progress as a being of energy in many different kinds of existences. This goes on indefinitely. I get a lot of this belief from reading the works of Robert Monroe, but also from personal experience and observation of the way things seem to me. I'm also open to the idea of individual universes, because the power of the energy that guides us (you could call it creativity) is infinite and great. People who don't share this belief are fine with me as long as they don't try to push their beliefs on others, especially for personal gain.

-I am a nerd and proud of it.

-My sign is Pisces and it shows rather strongly in me. If you don't know what Pisces really constitutes then here is a very decent description http://www.cafeastrology.com/zodiacpisces.html

-I am quite prone to start laughing/giggling/snickering seemingly at random. Don't worry, something has amused me O_O

-Most pictures of me end up being silly in some way.

-I like to play random word games. For example, ear biscuit palm tree. I also like making up words to use like dippish or drammit.

-I'm a big user of structured procrastination...

-I have an affinity for giving massages which I often share with friends. A lot of people tell me I should go to school for it, which I might if I end up moving towards Ithaca. It's an interesting way to learn about a person just by feeling where their knots and tension form.

-Since I'm rather tall and lanky, I'm very prone to tripping over myself or getting my limbs caught in random places. My body's response to this is that I have become better and better at catching myself in seemingly amazing bouts of dexterity. I think my friend said it best with, "Dude, you're like a cat!" I think it's partially because I have always kind of had this thing where I like being on the edge of control. Just watching me walk is probably pretty strange sometimes :/

-I believe that the worst thing you can do to someone you're in a relationship with is to cheat on them. I will end a relationship before I ever cheat on someone.

-I often find myself tapping my foot to the rhythm of conversations.

-I'm really good with children despite what my screen name is. My mother has worked consistently with children for over 45 years and a lot of it rubbed off on me. I think it's really fucked up what school systems are starting to put kids through at early stages in development. They think that they can group all kids into the same kind of program, but in reality kids are all over the place development-wise. There is no developmental norm! They need individual programs that are tailored to their way of learning, or else some will be left in the dark while others will be bored and not challenged enough. I don't want children until I'm really settled in my life, but someday I would love to be a father.

-I have a love/hate relationship with the English language. I'm really big into writing (mostly random prose, poems, lyrics, auto-writing, etc) and enjoy reading and hearing what other people have written. However, sometimes I really think the English language takes itself too seriously. For example, the non-word funner. Why is this not a "correct" word? Joe decided to take the back road because he thought it would be funner. There's nothing wrong with that! "Oh, but it's an English convention! English must have consistency!" Is that so... Then why is "oftener" a word? Harold thought oftener when he was alone. It sounds OK to me, but what the hell is the deal with funner? The same exact thing is being done to both words, but one is incorrect? It's things like that, the fact that "ain't" still isn't considered a word, and grammar nazis that kinda irk me about English. Don't get me started on grammar nazis... English, or languages in general evolve with the generations, and consistency is really un-important as long as you understand what is being said.

-Bryan likes sleeping. I like dreaming immensely (part of being a Pisces :P). I try to keep a record of my dreams for later entertainment and ideas.

-I'm more of an observer type personality. I really appreciate the small things that are often overlooked, like how pretty the sunlight falling through glass doors is, those times that something little happens that only you really notice and it makes you laugh, the wonderful smell of a Lilac bush in bloom, how clear the air is after a good rain, or like a nice day in Binghamton (They happen a lot more often than people think). I guess it's the artistic mindset in me, or maybe it's just that I like to enjoy life even in the smallest detail.

-Being in touch with nature is very important to me. I grew up surrounded by trees and whenever I need to really reflect and meditate, I take a walk in the woods. Getting "lost in the woods" is something everyone should try out! I especially like trees; enough to be able to name almost every one in New York State. In high school I was part of Envirothon if anyone has ever heard of that. I also find birdwatching enjoyable, as well as watching any kind of wildlife.

-I'm very secure in my sexuality. I consider myself on the very edge of being straight, meaning that I enjoy hanging out with all sexes in a very open way, but I'm just not interested in sex with men. I have done many seemingly homosexual things that people give me odd looks for, and you know what, I find it hilarious! I have always had this thing about getting people not to freak out at the fact that someone is gay or bi-sexual, because it just shouldn't matter. If a gay guy says I look hot or something similar, I find it flattering just like if would if a woman said it. I mean why not? A compliment is a compliment!

-Though I have no problems talking to people, I sometimes just think I have self-defined too many things and often find it hard to convey them to others. Get me going on the right topic and I can chat a storm, but sometimes I just feel dead in the water with my words. I think that's why I enjoy writing more, because I can really take the time to fully convey myself in a way others can understand and further interpret. That, and I really like to think about all aspects of a situation or debate before I like to put my words into it.

-I'm picky about my name. Most people automatically spell it Brian, but dammit I'm unique!

-I freakin' love cooking. I especially excel at breakfast foods because I used to help my dad cook breakfast when I was growing up. My philosophy is you can always take a normal recipe that's been done millions of times and throw your own twist on it. Take the peanut butter sandwich for example. Add some really crisped bacon and fried up onion bits and you have something you probably would think is a bit out there, but the contrast of sweet and salty is amazing! Try it! I really enjoy making stir fry, omelets, super succulent burgers, and mixed drinks (virgin or not).

-I enjoy dancing, but the problem I have is that there is soooo much crappy dance music out there right now. I cannot stand that auto-tuned, repetitive, mindless crap that most clubs and bars play. It's just empty to me. I need energy and drive if I'm going to start grooving. I don't mind techno, but that's better for raving for the most part. I really get into dancing if it's music with a tribal beat of some sort, jazz/fusion, soulful, or even some calm music for slow dancing with a lady friend :) A good example would be the Ithaca band Thousands of One. When they played at West Fest I don't think I had ever danced so much and with such expressive vigor. Another good one is another Ithaca band by the name of The Mutron Warriors. They are kind of in the same vein of Thousands of One, but have an amazing energy that really makes everyone want to groove in the house.

-Greed is the greatest evil of mankind. It one day will probably destroy us all, but I won't have a part in it. People who know me would probably say I'm one of the more generous people they know. I like buying people a meal if they are low on money, I basically paid for my roommate's part of the rent for six months do to lack of a job, I'll buy someone something I know they will like to make them feel better, and I'll lend out money if it is needed and I have the means. Now don't get me wrong, I don't dig myself a hole buy being too generous. I always make sure my bills are payed first as well as other necessities. However when it comes to the choice of buying a new DVD or paying for a friend's lunch, I'd rather have the memory of a wonderful lunch with a friend. What goes goes around comes around. The world would be a better place if everyone was at least a little philanthropic.

-One more thing. Everything I have listed about myself on this site does not necessarily define me on an indefinite basis. As someone who loves life so much, it's impossible for me to stay in one mindset for too long, or to not constantly re-think the way I see/interpret/interact/feel/etc. life as a whole or in specifics. What are these paragraphs? Words that I think describe myself in the most sensible way at this juncture of time. But what describes me a week from now? A Month? Years? It only takes a moment to experience something that changes your life. Whether it's a big change, or a minute one, we are all ever-changing as long as we are engaged in living. So if you really want to get to know me, just message me, and I'll give you all that I am and nothing else :P

I am amicable, ridiculous, and ever-changing.

Right now I am immensely enjoying the early summer weather while starting to feel really comfortable with my job. I love it! It's absolutely preposterous some of the things I have to do and see, but it makes for really fucking funny stories XD

Outside of my job, I got a decent flower garden going, with a vegetable garden soon to come. Been playing a good amount of Frisbee, enjoying all of the thunderstorms, loving the company of friends, silly parties, and positively enjoying my existence.

I'm extremely happy with my life at this point. Yet, I am ready for the inevitability of change.

[I'm just going to change this section to my likes because it sounds better]

Music (singing, listening, playing, etc.), Frisbee, Hackey Sack, video games, D&D, nature (trees, birds, etc.), hanging out, sex, movies, anime, humor, nice days, free time, sleep, reading, crazy schemes or ideas, making people laugh, making people cringe with puns, giving massages, fucking over the man, dancing, meditation, juggling procrastination...

In the years since I have moved to Binghamton I have changed a LOT. I used to be quite introverted, but that's in the past now. I really enjoy meeting new and interesting people! So the first thing you'll notice about me is that I'm generally interested in meeting you. I'm extremely mindful and open, and even people who have trouble with talking to new people or people in general seem at ease with me.

Look-wise, people probably notice the long slightly curled hair and my very distinguishing eyebrows which I hope will become very furry like my dad's when I get older :P That is if they don't notice that my head is in the clouds first! I also get the whole, "I recognize you from somewhere!" a LOT so I guess I'm recognizable. That and people call me Jesus all the time lol

I'm a huge Stephen King fan; I don't want to try to name all of the novels and novellas of his I have read here, so just inquire if your really want to know :) I'm also a big fan of Robert Asperin and his Myth series as well as his other series. I haven't read those in a long time. I have read Journeys Out of the Body by Robert Monroe and enjoyed it immensely (still trying if you know what I mean). I often read the articles in playboy (and yes I actually read them because they are awesome and playboy nudes are so fucking fake these days that I usually just don't bother). One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest is an awesome book and I highly suggest it if you enjoy very psychological reads. Watership Down by Richard Adams blew my mind for a story about rabbits.

I don't really have a set genre that I follow, I like a little of everything. I definitely like psychological stories and stuff about crazy people the most.

My favorite movie of all time is The Shawshank Redemption (how surprising, a Stephen King story). I also really enjoy Forest Gump. Cannibal: The Musical (a spadoinkle movie) is one of my recent favorites. There isn't much I won't watch. I enjoy musicals (Across The Universe and Fiddler On The Roof being my favs.), I love horror movies both bad and good (The Evil Dead series is my horror Holy Grail!), I really enjoy psychological films like Donnie Darko that explore the mind and universe and how they correspond with each other, I love mind fuck movies like Natural Born Killers or Dark City, political movies like V For Vendetta or Brazil have a big place in my heart because deep down I am a revolutionary, and the list goes on and on but I think you get the point.

For TV I'm really into anything that the Monty Python guys have done (I love that kind of ridiculous humor). I like House a lot because he's a funny asshole. I really enjoy the humor of Weeds as well as the symbolism of the show. Firefly was one of the best shows on tv and fucking shame shame shame on Fox for canceling it. There's a bunch of anime I enjoy like Cowboy Bebop, Evangelion, Trigun, and mostly older ones right now. I highly suggest Mushi-shi to anyone who likes surreal anime. I don't actually watch tv that much, I mostly by DVDs of tv shows.

Music is a necessity to me. I love music, I love making music (not that good at it yet), I love singing, I love listening to it. There is not much music that I refuse to listen to. I dislike most rap, pop country that's full of nasal twang and slide guitar (depressing and boring as hell to me), crappy dance music like I mentioned above, radio rock, and there are also random bands that I just dislike for various reasons like Evanescence, Godsmack, Linkin Park, etc. Other than such, I love music and can talk about it endlessly. It's really easy for me to appreciate good musicianship (Dream Theatre for example) or awesome singing (I <3 Chris Cornell).

Food... mmmmmmmmm... I'll try almost everything at least once. I really like Mexican, anything spicy, hot stuff, any kind of breakfast food, and fruit.

Music
Friends and Family (They go hand in hand for me.)
Meditation
A nice day at least once in a while
Food
Nature

Obviously I think about music a lot. My mind is always cycling songs through itself. I'll get stuck on one for awhile sometimes, but in general it's like a shuffle in my head; it's pretty shweet. Since I started taking this music theory class I have been coming up with a lot of composition in my head and I desperately need to share it with people. I really think that's where I will find my niche in this crazy world.

I think about what the future holds, but I'm also a very nostalgic person. I'm sometimes able to revisit memories in such a way that it feels as if I'm living it a second time, emotions and all.

I like thinking ridiculous things like "What would it be like if grass screamed when you stepped on it or mowed it?" I'm always thinking of new puns and jokes. I think a lot about how the hell us humans are going to work this whole life thing out here on Earth (not looking too good at the moment...). I spend a lot of time analyzing different aspects of life and especially the way people speak and present themselves. It's so interesting to see how other people interpret the world.

I spend too much time mulling over how corporations have come to rule us all. It really is a sad thing...

Meditation (which I guess you could call very specific thinking) is very important to me and without it I would be a much more stressed out person. If you're interested in learning mediation or you have tried and failed, feel free to contact me and I can give you some pointers. It's really something that should be part of any person's daily routine.

At "Nerd Night" at Cyber Cafe West in Binghamton. Please feel free to join us if you have nothing to do. We are collecting people :)

I like changing this a lot because I really don't think I have a "most private" category anymore XD

Right now, I'll admit that I really would love to be floating in outer space naked amongst sea turtles. Ahhhhhhhh

You're looking for someone who is laid-back, confident dependable, loves to give massages, enjoys cuddling, loves sex, loves being outdoors, silly, supporting, down to earth, up in the sky, and who can really place themselves in other peoples' shoes. I also always enjoy making new friends and acquaintances so please feel free to talk to me!

After a few attempts I have realized that I can't date polyamorous people. It has only caused me anxiety and pain and I just can't fit myself in that kind of mindset. If you're willing to be monogamous, then that's great, but otherwise the most we can be is friends. Don't let that discourage you from saying "Hi" though! I completely see where you people are coming from, but I just can't share love like that.