I'm a fairly healthy and well-spoken guy who knows a little bit about a lot of different things. I'd call myself an 'information sponge' if it weren't for the lousy mental image I think it'd create. I can't remember where I heard the expression, but I really do "try to strengthen the fabric of goodwill that exists in the world", whether it's something as simple as being kind to strangers or helping out my friends. I'm as comfortable playing softball or soccer as I am with playing around with my computer. I don't smoke. I do drink socially. I read, I bowl, I sing badly yet with enthusiasm .. I used to think of myself as more of a creative-leaning person, but the feedback I tend to get describes me more as a logical kind of guy. Go figure.

I am articulate, kind, and goofy

I'm employed in the retail industry. Currently I am a corporate employee in a coaching/training role and spend a fair amount of time on the road. I expect to be living on Vancouver Island for the next 5-6 years, but after that I may consider moving back to the Lower Mainland. I spend some of my recreational time helping to admin an IRC network.

Listening. I believe that everyone brings something unique to share with the world and that there are millions of stories waiting to be told, if only someone would take the time to listen. I'm told that I'm really easy to get along with and that I make people feel comfortable to be with me. What else? I've rediscovered my love of Scrabble -- want a game? I'm pretty good with video games and can hold my own in most athletic endeavours, but if you ask me to hike up a mountain there'd better be a case of beer waiting at the top!

My lack of hair -- I shave my head, if you couldn't tell from my profile pictures. Next on the list would be my smile. Possibly my eyes.

(a) I've read the Da Vinci Code and A Million Little Pieces. I had the Harry Potter series and the Lord of The Rings series in eBook format on my Palm Pilot. I'm a big fan of Robert B. Parker's Spenser mystery novels, Richard Marcinko's Rogue Warrior series, Stephen Hunter's Swagger character, and I have a collection of Lawrence Sanders novels.. but just the Deadly Sin ones with Edward X. Delaney. I usually enjoy whatever Oprah's featuring as the latest Book Club novel, too.
(b) Usually I enjoy a good martial arts movie -- the classic Bruce Lee ones are always great to watch repeatedly -- but I also count The Shawshank Redemption, I am Sam, A Beautiful Mind, and The Warriors among my favorites.
(c) I enjoy country, rap, r&b, pop, punk, rock and classical.. just about anything except heavy metal or gospel.
(d) I love food. I buy fine Cooking and Cook's Illustrated on a regular basis, browse eGullet and consider a good meal one of the great pleasures in life. I spend some of my time thinking about different meals I've had or would like to have. Lately, nothing beats a spicy bowl of pho.

My son. My internet connection. Good food. Friends. An outlet for my creativity. Possibly you?

My place in the world.

Usually working. On a typical Saturday morning assuming I'm not working then, too, you may find me (and my son) at the local farmer's market trying new delicacies and drinking waaay too much coffee. My son doesn't get the coffee. Just in case you were wondering.

you think there's a possibility we'd connect on some level, or even if you're just curious about whether you'd kick my butt at Scrabble! =P