I’m a laid-back guy with a very wide variety of interests. Lately my curiosity has led me to take on a class in small engine repair. I grew up in a small town in Michigan (this is where I point to a spot on my hand like it’s a map) and went to Michigan State University where I earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree.
I feel extremely lucky right now. I love my job (I’m an engineer working for a great company), I recently purchased my first house (interior decoration tips are always welcome), and I have supportive network of great friends.
I am very close with my family. Someday, with the right person, I would like to start a family of my own, and I want to meet someone with similar values.
I like to get outside and do active things when I can. Whether it’s throwing a football, playing tennis or golf, kayaking, or just going for a walk, if the weather is nice I like to get out and do something. When it's time to relax, TV or a movie is a great way to unwind.
I have several passions in life. One is music. My dad is a music professor who helped me to develop an appreciation for music when I was young. He got me involved in learning several musical instruments, and I still play the piano regularly. Another passion of mine is traveling. I love seeing new places and learning a little about the history and culture of an area. I was fortunate enough to have a college education that allowed me to study abroad in 3 different countries: Australia, Italy, and Belgium, and as a result I think I have developed a more global perspective. A third passion of mine is sports. As I mentioned before, I like participating in activities that get me moving around, and I enjoy having an excuse to let out some friendly competitive energy or go watch a game.

I have spent the last few years putting focus on my career. This has been rewarding since I really enjoy my job and found that there is always something new to learn. I recently bought a house and have been taking on the challenges associated with that, such as installing hardwood floors, replacing appliances, etc… In my free time I have done some traveling to see friends. Since I have only been living in the Cincinnati area for a couple years and have been focused on work, I am now working on expanding my social network and hope to meet someone special.

I am good at keeping perspective on the things that matter and the things that don't. I very rarely get angry, because most of the little annoying things that happen in life just aren't worth getting angry over. On a related subject, I am good at making the best of any situation and generally enjoying whatever I am doing.
Since I am an engineer, I am good at understanding math and science related topics. I know how a lot of mechanical things work.
I am also good at playing the piano. I try to memorize my favorite songs and figure out the notes on my own.

Probably the first things that people would notice about me are my wavy hair, my smile, my Michigan accent (whatever that is), and my thoughtful nature.

I don't read a lot of books, but I am finishing "The Elegant Universe," which is a little nerdy. Mostly I read car magazines. My favorite movies include just about all of Tim Burton's movies. Epic movies like "Pirates of the Caribbean" are great, too. I am a huge lover of all foods. Italian is my favorite, but I really like trying new foods and new restaurants.

I really don't need a whole lot of things around me to be happy, but here goes. I couldn't do without the support of my family and friends. It would be hard to live in a world without music. I've lived without a car before, but it would be really hard to lose that personal freedom now. When my water heater recently broke I had to live without hot showers for a week, so I know that it is something I can't do without. Electricity would be almost impossible to live without. I can't imagine having to do everything by candle light after the sun sets. Finally, I couldn't live without pancakes. Man, I love those things.

I spend a lot of time thinking about my projects, goals, and vacation plans. I daydream about places I'd like to go and figure out when I can go there. I also think about songs I am writing.

On a typical Friday night I am meeting up with friends to go to dinner, followed by going to a few bars and/or a movie. After working hard all week I need some play time.

My views are on the liberal side, and in Cincinnati I feel like I am really outnumbered.

You should message me if you think we share some things in common. I am a very open person who likes meeting people. It would be nice to have a new friend even if we don’t develop a romantic relationship.