Laughing is essential, affection is mandatory. Mutual respect is most important. Perfection is impossible. Finally, you must expose yourself emotionally -- it's the only way to reap loves greatest rewards.No relationship is a waste of time. The wrong ones teach you the lessons that prepare you for the right ones.I'm fortunate to have wonderful friends, a terrific job and a loving family. Looking for a long term relationship and to fall in love again. My closest friends describe me as creative, humorous, loyal and fun to be with. Free time is spent enjoying my home, travel both abroad and to beautiful cities across the state. I enjoy culinary ventures, playing music, dancing, live music venues, Jazz, classical and most rock. What I’m doing with my life Working hard, loving life, building new relationships, discovering new adventures.Favorite books, movies, shows, music, and food Music: Jazz, Rock, Classical, Pop Movies: Any good movie that isn't a horror flick. Shows: HGTV, the Science Channel, National Geographic, Travel Channel. DWTS, Desperate Housewives, Inter. House Hunters. Food: Italian, Thai, German, Japanese & Healthy choices. Chicken and squash with tomatoes and mushrooms a pea salad and a veggie salad Books: Psychology & Life Journal Reading