To be honest, I've always found it hard to write self-descriptions without sounding emotionless, trite, or narcissistic, but here goes nothin'.

I'm an honest, blunt man, which isn't to say I don't have tact, just that I find that life is often much simpler without it. This does mean that I occasionally bludgeon my way through social situations, but it also means that I'm trustworthy and can be counted upon to speak my mind.

That being said, I'm more than a bit of a goofball, with an offbeat, sarcastic sense of humor and a fairly constant wry smile. I've been told that I usually look like I'm mulling over some private joke. If it wasn't for my sense of humor, I would almost certainly have perished years ago. Laughter may not be the medicine (it doesn't cure cancer, after all), but it worked for Patch Adams and sometimes that one little smile from a stranger can get you through the day.

I'm often scolded for being "too nice". I'm working very hard at not being a doormat.

I'm a romantic at heart. I may have transformed from the naive, idealistic youth I was half a decade ago into a cynical, jaded man, but no matter what I do, the little things always seem to get to me. Romantic comedies, candles, stories about knights and damsels, seeing a couple in public just staring at each other lovingly... no matter what I do, the ol' heartstrings just keep playing their lonely, but hopeful tune.

And now on to the big question that few ask up-front: How important is sex? Sex is important, enjoyable, and necessary both for a successful relationship and the continuation of the species. All that being said, while I'm not against a casual sexual relationship right now, I'm really looking for something deeper and long-term. Once I find that, the casual sex is gone. Also, I consider foreplay and snuggling more important than sex. Sex is just a bunch of thrusting and moaning. Foreplay is an art form. :)

Fair enough?

I just got out of the Navy in October 2009. After that, I moved out to Oahu and will begin working on obtaining a degree in education which will eventually allow me to be a teacher. Perhaps someday in the distant future, I will return to college to earn a degree that will allow me to earn a living practicing my true passion: psychology.

I'm not a particularly quick thinker, so saying I'm witty isn't entirely accurate, but I do believe myself to be an engaging conversationalist.

In the past, I was quite the poet, penning more than a few poems, songs, and short stories. Having perused them over the years, I've discovered that while some were absolutely terrible, there may have been a jewel or two among them.

Before I joined the Navy, I was a fairly avid cyclist and I plan to pick cycling up again once I get a chance to settle down in one place.

I'm a philosopher and psychologist at heart. I'm constantly analyzing the world at large and trying to figure it out. Included in this is my very strong tendency to dwell on the different aspects of human nature, which is an incredibly interesting topic. Essential to understanding human nature is religion, which I thoroughly enjoy picking apart. I'm not religious, and I enjoy analyzing religion in general, so if that offends you, I hope you enjoy your life, but it won't be with me.

I've never really been told what people first notice about me. I guess that's something you'll have to discover for yourself. :)

Books:

"Ender's Game" by Orson Scott Card; the entire "Discworld" series by Terry Pratchett; "Patriot Games" by Tom Clancy; the "Sword of Shannara" series by Terry Brooks.

Movies:

Ace Ventura (both of them); City Slickers (again, both of them); The Princess Bride; When Harry Met Sally; George of the Jungle; Crimson Tide; Down Periscope; Definitely, Maybe.

Music:

Mostly anything that isn't rap or really heavy metal. Specifically, I love classic and soft rock. Everything from America, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Chicago to AC/DC and Def Leppard.

Food:

Yes. :) There are several exceptions, however. The big ones are lettuce and onions. *shrug* Don't ask me why; I just don't like 'em.

1) My sense of humor
2) A good book
3) Intelligent conversation
4) Seeing the stars at night
5) Shiny things
6) Fruit

The nature of life, the universe, and everything. I do, however, tend to focus many of my ruminations on the human condition.

...not doing anything of note.

There are very few things I'm *not* willing to admit. Ask me anything and you're likely to get a straightforward answer.

...you put any stock in serendipity.