Well hi there.

Simply put, there's a lot to me. I'm an enigma amidst the classification of all men in the world, let alone the United States. I'm cordial when I'm enamored, I'm the life of the party when I have nothing to risk, I'm the shy guy that brings flowers and makes mix CD's when I think I have a shot, and I'm the guy that will read three books about something to learn about it, but try it before I've finished any of them.

Yes, I'm a practicing Catholic, and there are some things I hold dear, but I'm not without my vices, nor do I necessarily expect perfection. After all, "it's not in perfection that we find love, but rather in loving the imperfections of another". For a good long while there I was in the biggest internal battle for the pursuit of truth, and I've settled where I am for the time being, and am very proud of it.

I'm the guy that cooks, that cleans, that irons, that has a college degree, that can throw a football, that sings Christmas carols in June, that is on great terms with mother, father, stepfather, and two sisters, can drink jagerbombs and bud light with the best of them but come home to a bottle of good wine.

I am a hopeless romantic, but I continually hold hope for the best of life :-)

I currently work for a Casino, as their HR/Accounting/Payroll/jack of all trades guru. Not my favorite, but it pays the bills and adds to a resume :-) All this while going to school full time for my dual degree in Finance and Marketing at the UW Business college. Busy man, I know.

I head to the gym about every other day, keep myself in decent shape, but yes, I have succumbed to a late night Denny's run or Jack in the Box as a matter of convenience. Coffee is my weakness, as is a good cup of tea. Triple grande toffee nut americano, or just a doppio espresso as the sun/moon rise is all I need to put my mind at ease...sometimes a quad if it was a late night.

Oh, and I read a bit too, as well as plug my ears directly into the beating heart of the internet to see what newest musical sensation is out there. I've found that music encapsulates my moods, emotions, sentiments, and moments in life the best, and as such, pursue them for both relaxation and inspiration.

Anything I set my mind to. I've also been told I've got a rather nice voice, can pick guitar better than the amateur Guitar Hero player, make a damn good steak or any other dinner/lunch/breakfast/snack I choose (I just get lazy sometimes and don't).

Pretty much if you say I can't or that you're better at something, I'll push myself to at least be on par ;-)

Depends on who the people are. As I pull into the parking lot, it's could be "hey! who's the dude on that sick motorcycle?!?" (which I had to get rid of last winter, unfortunately) If it's at the gym, it's the guy trying too hard on the cross cables. If it's at work, it's the smile, the arriving 15 minutes early every day, the attire, and the last name (long and German...the bane of many a telemarketer).

On a date, it's the cordiallity, and how I'll pretty much always pay for everything, unless forcibly convinced not to.

We'll leave this blank for now...far too much to write at the moment. Just assume "lots" and we can narrow down the list in person

1. Faith...not just the "cross yourself" kind. Faith in love, faith in hope, faith in family, faith in the future, faith in capitalism, faith in my own potential, yada yada yada.

2. Water. Nuff said!

3. Unlimited texting. It's true. I have a problem.

4. Italian cuisine. Kill me softly with cheese, tomatoes, bread, and wine. I'll die with a full stomach and a grin on my face.

5. iPod. Music is my life beat. My heartbeat changes with the tunes, as does my attire, mood, and persona. I will cop an Irish accent to Floggy Molly, of that have no doubt ;-)

6. Family. Family is my hope, my connection that cannot and will not be broken through all hardship. And this is a guy who's folks have gone through divorce, and that whole muddy river bit.

I'll break the rules and add 7. Love. I crave it, want it, breathe it, etc. Not in the emo sense, but in the sense that I, even as a guy, feel my clock ticking. I'm kind of over just dating, and want someone who, in the midst of any present fun being had, also is looking a bit further down the road.

My next meal, the next song on the playlist, Family Guy quotes, stand up comedy routines, and when I'll meet her.

*edit* how much I despise tax law, movies like Adventureland, and people who's blind ignorance leads them to foolhardy judgements.

*edit x2* scratch that last one. I like thinking about them, and more specifically, ways to poke holes in their arguments, be it as a devil's advocate, or something I'm truly passionate about, and willing to argue. But I'm really an easy going guy! Just know what you're talking about ;-)

lol, up to any amount of no good. From watching a flick with my old man to shooting pool at a pub or dive bar. You name it, worst I can do is say no, right?

I cry easily, but put up the "big man" front so as not to show it.

Unless I really like ya, then you might get to see a tear or two.

You can relate to at least 5 of the keywords/nouns used above!