I think it's hard to give an accurate impression of oneself in a few paragraphs. But I'll try.

I like having thought provoking conversations with people. I like debating whether Wal-Mart is evil or if Israel is justified in its Palestinian policy. But it can also be stupid stuff. I have spent way too many hours debating the following question with other people: You are about to have a fight to the death with someone about the same size and agility. You both can choose from one of four weapons, (1) a chain, (2) a knife, (3) a baseball bat, or (4) a tiger over which you have no control. Which weapon do you choose?

In general, I like to challenge myself mentally. I finished a math PhD. a couple of years ago. As an undergraduate, I majored in Math, Political Science, and Philosophy. I spend a lot of time playing strategy card games, like bridge and Magic. I made quite a bit of money playing poker online, but I'm not playing right now (it seems to be getting less legal). If I read only one section of the newspaper each day, it is the editorial page.

I've lived in the area for a few years now. I grew up on a farm in Nebraska, which is quite the contrast. I spent kindergarten through eighth grade in a two room school house.

I'm trying to apply my math degree to a job in computer security. Every day is a struggle to be competent, but I'm getting better.

Ugh, my instinct is not to toot my own horn. But now I have no choice!

I think I'm good at thinking rationally about the world around me, and knowing when I don't have enough information to form an opinion.

I'm a very good bridge player, but that game isn't so popular with the kids these days . . .

I'm fairly athletic, and try to stay active (especially in the summer). But I'm not THAT athletic.

I am good at being honest with myself, but this is not always easy. A lot of people are not good at this.

My guess is that most people think this when they first see me:

"Look, it is a tall man wearing glasses. Why is he crying?"

Really, I have no idea what people first notice. I never bother to ask them.

(A) I've read quite a few fantasy novels. I enjoyed Stephen King's Dark Tower series, although the ending was awful. I also like Malcolm Gladwell books. (B) I loved the first two Godfather movies. American Beauty was also a great movie. (C) I probably like classic rock the most, although I like a lot of other things as well. (D) Thai food is my favorite, and Mexican food isn't bad either.

1. Weapons grade uranium. 2. My bullet proof vest. 3. Toilet paper. 4. Polaris, the North Star. 5. Unicorns. 6. Lists.

I like to think about the future, though I don't know if I spend A LOT of time thinking about it.

Here is one thought about the future:
It seems that medicine keeps getting better and better. Someday, medicine will be so advanced that people will be nearly immortal (assuming we haven't destroyed each other in a nuclear war by then). A lot of people disagree with me, and say that science will never be that advanced. But where will science be in 500 years? What about in 5 million years? Thinking about the advances that have occurred in the last 100 years, there will have to spectacular advances that far into the future.

I'm probably out with some friends from work. Lately, the routine has been to go out to eat, then play a board game.

I wore a back brace in high school. What a nerd!

I'm looking for someone smart, attractive, and fun. Of course, I think that is what everyone is looking for. If you are the type of person who likes long, interesting conversations late at night, then you should message me.