First and foremost I'm a people-person. I'm not shy, I enjoy meeting new people and doing new things. Honesty, honor, and integrity are very important to me.

I like fine food and wines, to cook, travel, writeand read. My most interesting hobbies include historical re-creation of the middle ages and belly dancing. I don't play a musical instrument, although I love most types of music from Gothic/Industrial to Celtic, to Classical, to jazz (favorite local performer is Stephanie Porter, international is Molly Johnson). I enjoy the theater and ballet, including experimental theater. I'm a non-smoker and date same for health reasons, social drinker, never been married (have lived with a long term partner), no kids. The thing that I cannot stand is a hypocrite.

My favorite quote is "I believe in karma what you give is what you get returned." I'm a Libra if you care about such things. I believe in the adage of "work hard, play hard." I have friends that belong to every conceivable walk of life and lifestyle, from fundamentalist Christians, to professional doms, to the poly community; I am open-minded, but am only interested in monogamous romantic relationships (and just interesting folks to hang with!). I have an interest in magical systems and the unseen world, reflected in my writing and reading choices. (I'm working on a vampire novel.) I am cordial terms with most everyone I have ever dated; I believe friendship is the key to *every* good relationship.

I don't like to play games in relationships. People should have their own interests and life, but be flexible enough to share. If something is wrong, tell me. When something bothers me, I speak up. Communication is crucial to a healthy respect between people.

Anything else you want to know, just ask. I'm pretty up front, I believe in asking questions.

I'm a recruiter by day, and an award-winning writer by night working on my first novel, in the vampire genre and a non-fiction book on how to write a resume.

Connecting with people at lots of different levels (it makes me a good recruiter) and knowing how to put someone at ease. I can find common ground to have conversations with almost everyone.

Trying new things. If I have the time, I'll intentionally "get lost" just to see where the road goes. Maybe I'll find a great new restaurant or shop. But it's just as important to say "the heck with it, let's do it!" as it is to plan and execute.

Smile and my eyes (or, uh, other things if my top is low-cut enough ;). Once someone starts talking to me, they usually find that I'm very easy to talk to and that I have a lot of interests that make it fun to spend time with me. I like learning about people. In 2007 I had a conversation in Paris with someone about the differences in roofing materials and techniques in the US and Europe...we spoke in a mix of English and French. If you don't ask, you don't learn.

(A) The Delicate Dependency by Michael Talbot; The Lions of Al-Rassan and Fionavar Tapestry by Guy Gavriel Kay; The Kushiel trilogies by Jacqueline Carey; The Noble Dead Sagas by Barb and JC Hendee; anything by Charles de Lint or Anne McCaffrey. (B) So hard to choose. The Hunger, Pulp Fiction, The Fifth Element, The Game, Troy, the Star Trek, Star Wars, Tolkien, and Highlander movies EXCEPT 3 and The Source). I would also have to count Ferris Bueller's Day off as an all-time favorite. I generally prefer SciF/fantasy, action, crime drama, romance/chick flicks (I have plenty of girlfriends to go with ;),psychological thrillers, comedy (good comedy, not stupid stuff like Ace Ventura: Pet Detective.) I don't like gory horror, but I do obviously like vampire-genre films. A happy ending isn't necessary if the plot is good. Favorite TV shows that are off the air include Forever Knight, Firefly, SG-1, all the Star Trek series, Charmed, Highlander, Kindred: the Embraced, Oz, Blood Ties, Moonlight, Frasier. Current: I like SVU, Monk, House. I guess I also like crime drama , as well. Looking forward to checking out Moonlight. I preferred Angel to Buffy when they were on the air. (C) Gothic/Steampunk (ever heard Abney Park?...) Celtic (both traditional and modern, love Heather Alexander), world music (Children of the Revolution), indie and indie pop, folk music, "Classic Rock", jazz (I *love* Molly Johnson), classical. I don't like *most* rap, religious music, hip-hop or country. (D) Almost anything that doesn't have seafood or mushrooms in it. I love a good steak and trying new ethnic varieties. I have lots of friends that are vegetarian/vegan/gluten intolerant, so I try lots of new things. I made a gluten-free chocolate decadence last year that was a big hit. I'm toying with collaborating on a cookbook with one of my Celiac friends. I DO eat meat.

Access to a shower or bath. Some of my favorite books. The knowledge that my friends and family are well and healthy. The freedom to speak my mind without fear from my government. Believing that the world can always be a better place and that people DO care. Knowing that one person CAN make a difference in the life of another.

My purpose here in the grand scheme of things. How I can be a good friend to those in my life. What an amazing difference technology has made in our lives in the last ten years. Plot and character development. How the decisions I've made have led me down the road less traveled.

Watching the SciFi channel or USA network, reading or working on my book, spending time with friends, or going to my favorite Goth club. It's not unknown for me to stay out until the wee hours; a great conversation is always something I pursue.

Ah, c'mon, let's keep some of the mystery alive ;)

You are open minded and enjoy trying new things. If you think I sound interesting. I'm open to new friends to do things with.