I grew up outside of Pittsburgh (but across the border in Ohio), lived in Columbus, Ohio for many years, then moved to Charlotte in 2005. I love it here, and don't ever want to face another Northern winter.

More about me? I like to think I am charming, funny, smart, down-to-earth and even-keeled. I'm looking for the same - and someone who can make me laugh and can laugh at themselves. Are you someone who enjoys both nights in and nights out? I enjoy both.

I'm an attorney, and I work for a big law firm HQed in NYC. Our office here in Charlotte specializes in capital markets and structured fin....zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...... As Nate Ruess so aptly puts it, "So this is it? I sold my soul for this? Washed my hands of that for this? I miss my mom and dad for this?"

I appreciate a person who knows the difference between "your" and "you're", even if they don't always take the time to get it right.

I am crazy about animals, and a sucker for a stray. I've always loved to travel, and have recently gotten the bug for trips to distant lands.

I'm old enough now that I don't feel obligated to answer that.

Planning things, making people laugh, telling a story, following detailed instructions, trouble-shooting electronics, being skeptical.

That I look much younger than I am.

I read a lot, mostly fiction. I enjoy going to see almost any movie. My iPod contains mostly current alternative, classic alternative, and classic rock. I like all types of ethnic foods, especially Middle Eastern, Asian and Mexican.

My iPod, my Kindle, my DVR, warm weather (for extended periods), fresh fruit, and a hot shower.

winning Powerball. Or MegaMillions. Either one would be fine.

trying desperately to finish work. And already dreading Monday.

I help create toxic mortgage assets. I think Neil Diamond rocks. And I love candy corn.

- you're interested in meeting a thoughtful, charming guy who will make you laugh;
- you have a foreign accent; or
- your name is Claire or Molly.

You should probably not message me if you reference God or Jesus in your profile. Having faith in and of itself isn't a problem for me - I do believe in a force out there greater than us, but if your religious faith is a very important part of your life and/or you attend church, we're probably not going to be a good fit.