I am just a simple man who lives by a certain code of honor and respect. Many people do not stand for much these days, but my top priorities are education, good health, family, and self-purpose. I am usually seen as a supposed "loner", because I don't have friends around here, but I prefer it that way. I feel like too many "so called" friends could get in one's way of truly achieving their goals. I am a strong protagonist of common sense, realism, and equality. With that being said, I am not a simp. I'm not one of those guys that can be controlled by sex, regardless of how fine you are (unlike most men). If a woman wants to be wined, and dined, she has to earn that. One is not welcome to my wallet, yet the American culture of dating would have a woman believe that she is. I work very hard for every dime I get. For me to spend some of that money on you, is a very nice gesture in my opinion, and should not be considered as an entitlement. I believe if a woman wants to be treated as an equal, she should act like it. I'm also not one of those conceded pretty boys, predisposed with himself. I'm an old school type of fella. I don't wear skinny jeans, speak ebonics, or have a diva complex, like the modern man does. I don't have any baggage at all. No kids yet (thank God), No baby mamas, got my own place, and vehicle. I am a firm believer in taking things slow, and being cool first. You won't find me the type to be overhyped trying to get some, like the rest of these dudes. I prefer developing a rapport with an individual, before any of that. Other than that, I am all about forward progress. I am not a baller, and I don't pretend to be; but I am a hard worker. I am not a player, but I am also not a sucker. Most of all, I believe that a great friendship is key to any great relationship of any kind. Everyday I live is dedicated to making myself mentally, physically, or spiritually improved.I aint a gangster, thug, pimp, or anything of that nature. Then again, I aint a punk either, and I will fight for what I believe in.I am misunderstood because I am the preverbial "big black man, who doesn't smile much", but I assure you that there is much more to me than expected.

Just came from doing 8 years as a combat medic in the military. I am now a civilian and i'm a Phys Ed Teacher. I know that job title doesn't sound all shiny and fancy like a Lawyer or a doctor, but I like it. Most guys pick certain careers because it will simply attract women. Not me. I picked the career I have because "I" enjoy it.

You'd have to be around me long enough to know.

Well from the consensus of what I gathered, I don't get complimented much, but when I do.....girls usually say something about my arms, my traps, or oddly how they like my ass (which I never understood; I mean......why would a girl like a man's ass anyway? lol).

Favorite Books: Pedagogy of the oppressed, and The Art of War.

Favorite Movies: Silence of The Lambs, Cast Away, Skyfall, The Avengers, Tombstone, etc......

Favorite Shows: True Blood, Breaking Bad, and Monday Night Raw

Water, exercise, football, wrestling, food, money, and my truck. lol.

Am I fulfilling my purpose on this Earth

at home watching movies or studying.

I usually tend to be associated with older people because I don't care for alot of modern day pop culture. Regardless of that, I am all about logic. Most of my decisions are rather based off of logic rather than emotion.

you're tired of men who try to be players. If you want a man who knows what he wants and is not jerking you around. If you want a man who is searching for real commitment and synergy with a partner. If you want a man who believes great friendship is a key component in maintaining a successful relationship.