I'm a retired, single, straight male. I love to laugh; it's good for the soul. I have a great personality; even if it's a bit off center. I'm an honest, trustworthy, compassionate, loving, positive, confident, intelligent, happy, loyal, fun loving, a combination of extroverted and introverted, sexual, and secure individual. A good conversationalist who loves nothing more than a good back and forth dialog on any subject. I'm, also, a good listener. I want to hear others' opinions, ideas, and thoughts; even if, especially if, they differ from mine. I feel that truly listening to what the other person has to say is one of the best ways to get to really know them. Listening is, also, one of the best ways to learn, to expand your mind, and broaden your horizons. I am constantly searching for new ways to learn, new ways to expand my mind, and broaden my horizons. If I am not continually learning and evolving; I might as well be dead!I'm very family oriented; it's the most important area of my life. I'm extremely close to my oldest son and his family. I see and talk to them regularly. Unfortunately my youngest son and I are currently estranged; but i hoe and pray that we'll be able to reconcile soon. I'm , also, close to my older sister, younger brother, and their families. Due to distance we don't see one another as often as we would like, but we do e-mail and talk regularly."May you live as long as you wish it, and may you love as long as you live." Robert HeinleiPeace