I take advantage of living life on my terms - whether that's climbing Mt Everest (no I haven't really done that) or onto the couch (why, yes, yes I have). I am passionate about language, and exploring other people and cultures. I am compassionate and empathetic perhaps to a fault. I am gregarious but private. I am an interesting mix of contradictions. Quality over quantity is my position on friendship. I have friends from over 30 years ago that consider me adventuresome and spontaneous enthusiastic, supportive, hysterical, smart, creative, generous and warm. Wish I could put that on my resume! I guess when it comes down to it, I just want to reach the very best version of me there is in this short life, and I realize the most Important part is the journey and how you live life on the way towards that goal I am looking for that emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual chemistry that is so elusive. Not looking for perfection in all those areas. Just a balance of these that allows us to connect profoundly... And the magic potion for all this chemistry is a sense of humor that meshes with mine. It means we share a similar lens on life and the world. My Ideal Per My ideal relationship would bring me a feeling of coziness like being at home during a storm, brings me the excitement of being abroad, brings me the creativity, simplicity and freedom of hood, the edginess and drama of years and the confidence of adulthood to confront challenges and fears while empowered to reach my greatest potential. I believe that the right relationship can provide some combination of these things. Too much to ask?