I strive to make myself better on a daily basis although I dont always succeed. I am buddhist and believe strongly in the tenets of this religion however I also do not always succeed in following the path. I am not Mr. Religious or Dr. Religious by any stretch of the imagination and if you never wanted to talk about it that is absolutely fine. If you do not know much about buddhism let me explain my perception of it- it is often called the religion of no religion. There are no gods or deities, it is more of a philosophy to help guide you to self fulfillment and enlightenment. I do not care what religion you are as long as you keep an open mind. I believe in the pursuit of happiness above all else. You only get one life ( as far as we know) so you should take full advantage of it. If I died tomorrow I would be content with my life but I would also be crushed ( hopefully not literally) as there are so many things left to do and see. I am kind, honest, outgoing, slightly eccentric, considered to be somewhat of an intellectual, gentle, not-jealous, athletic and fun to be with. I am confident about myself but hopefully not too arrogant. I enjoy most music, art and wine. I am enthralled by public transportation and trains. I can not look at a stream without wanting to float down it, I cant look at a trail without wanting to hike it, I cant look at a dirt road without wanting to explore it, I look at houses and speculate how they look inside. I enjoy reading and relaxing although I am not so good at the relaxing part. I enjoy biking, running, hiking, kayaking, swimming and most importantly traveling. I am into endurance type activities such as long rides. The idea of riding across the US sounds fun.

I am a critical care veterinarian currently living in multiple cities in California but I desire to move to the pacific nw. How does one live in multiple cities? I used to work in Fresno and spent almost no time at my house in Riverside but since I am no longer in Fresno ( so glad that is over) I will be able to spend much more time back in the IE. I also spend much time in San Francisco and am hoping to start to work some there. I have a camper on the back of my truck which allows me to go and live anywhere! I realize the camper is odd ( it is better than a molester van...right?) but for a lifestyle of travel and spontaneity it is fantastic. I can be camping on a beach in the baja in hours or listening to the crickets in the mountains between my work shifts. I work long hours so I can long periods of time off. My next semi planned adventure is to drive to south america for 8-10 months. Want to come along?
My passion is life and the pursuit of knowledge. I love to travel, experience new worlds, cultures and the natural environment. I combine this passion with photography as a hobby. I started a career as a professional photographer but was admitted to veterinary school putting that career on hold. My dream is to semi-retire as a vet and travel/explore the world. This could include doing it by sailboat, rail, bus or even RV.

Listening, being a good friend, telling the truth, learning and hopefully saving animals. I am good at pushing you to your limits at enjoying life and expect the same.

I am hung like a horse and smokin' hot. OMG everytime I read this I envision the emoticom rolling on the ground laughing.

all music
almost all food. Thai is one of my favorites. Easier to list what I dont like. I will vomit if I eat sauerkraut, blackeyed peas, or homemade cornbread stuffing.
Most movies, I will watch a chick flick if you want, I also enjoy hollywood garbage and do enjoy movies that make me think. Some of the indie and documentaries are good for this. Old movies in old movie houses are romantic. I will sneak in the rum and we can enjoy a rum n coke while we watch casablanca!
I read travel essays, sci-fi, medical journals, history, political, occasional comic book, major media publications, darn near anything that is near me. Reading a James Michener novel currently.

i can do without anything except water, oxygen, food and an environment to support me.
Things I do not want to do without
camera
travel/wanderlust
my friends/family/dogs
my lap top
the ability to learn
the number 327

how I can think about nothing. How I can fix the world. I how I can become a better person. If I can wear your pjs? What are my dogs thinking about? My next adventure? Whats for dinner? If I can run with scissors? Anarchy? Ecology? Saving the world? How to make a difference? Should I run for president? How can I minimize my impact on the environment yet still live my life like I want? The bumper stickers that I used to ignore - "Away, there is no away" "If you are not scared you are not paying attention". How I can retire in the next few years? Travel on $50/day is really only ~ 20k a year.

I could be working could be drinking in a pub in poland, riding my bike up a long mountain pass, watching a movie on the couch, working on my computer, reading a book, eating sushi with friends, listening to the surf as I sleep on a lonely baja beach.

I had a woman propose to me based on my photography- no shit! she wasnt kidding. Well that is what she told me so I must believe it.

Im looking for someone who knows or is willing to learn about D/s. If you dont know what it means feel free to look it up. Not a 24/7 type relationship and not once a month either but somewhere in the middle. Lots of role playing and two people exploring what brings joy and discovery to the relationship.

My job requires I make lots of decisions and give orders to hopefully to save critically ill pets. I have found it helps balance my soul to have parts of my life where I take all the orders and make no decisions.

There are two people in a relationship and honesty is vital. You should be able to share your inner most desires and know they will be met with an open mind. There is nothing more sad than one person afraid to tell the other what they desire or fantasize about because they are afraid of being judged. A relationship that is open and honest is pure and provides an atmosphere that fosters love.

If you have a question?
If you want to go on a date?
If you think turtles are really cool.
You want to have deep meaningful conversations?
You are want to live the life that your friends only dream of?
If you are a little odd and that is ok.
You want to dress me up in your clothes?
If you like to play cribbage, board games, or pinochle
If you want to see the most remote parts of the world and dont need to bring your makeup with you.
If you want to talk about photography?
If you want me to make you laugh.
If you found a spelling error in my profile?
If I can bore you with my photography
You have an itch that you cant scratch and want me to get it for you.
You have been to the DRC or want to go or know what that stands for.
You want to share shoes.
Are a dreamer with one foot in the real world
If you want to tell me what in my profile made you want to contact me? or if you want to tell me why you didnt want to contact me!
If you are rich and will pay me to accompany you around the world as your personal attendant...yes I will whore myself out for travel and adventure.
Mosquito netting over the window means you are having a good time.
You have a ridiculous veterinary question such as why does my dog fart more than I do?