How do we end up doing this?... Peer pressure... Curiosity... ? Either way, here we are. I'm former military and miss almost every minute of it. On the other hand, I remember why I got out, but still keep in touch with most of the men and women I knew well. I feel and my friends say I am loyal, hardworking, ambitious, romantic and funny as hell. I am not domineering or possessive. If you write to say hey or strike up a conversation, that's great. If you are really looking for a good relationship, I hope you understand the word commitment and can first be honest with yourself. I can not help you find your self-esteem, however I will always be there for someone. I can be painfully honest at times, but I treat everyone with the utmost respect. I'm educated and I have a degree in Criminal Justice. Go figure, I'm not in law enforcement. Although I have another exhausting, stressful but rewarding and interesting career as an Executive within International trade logistics. I stay very active and everything, from sports, Firefighting, live events including concerts, the outdoors, traveling, beaches, scuba diving, boating, horseback riding, going to Saratoga Springs, wine tours and entertaining at home with my new bar-lol. Someone special I can show off my culinary skills to. Looking for a great girl that's energetic, fun, down to earth and please, no games (if you like games, please don't waste my time and date a teenager)!! More than anything, I'm looking for a "best friend". Considering for any type of relationship to work out; you need one hell of a foundation as friends 1st. I'm not your typical guy, I love the finer things in life, but also I adore the simplest of pleasures. As much as I enjoy going out, I enjoy lighting about 2 dozen candles, sharing a nice bottle of wine and get lost within that special someone eyes and conversation. If I've peeked your interest thus far? Let me know if you would like to talk more sometime and or even share some recipes too-lol... Thank you for taking the time to read my profile and enjoy your day !!