Friends and family are highly important to me. I enjoy watching movies, reading mystery or suspense novels, going to the zoo or Disney World, or checking out a museum. I'm a little shy when I first meet someone, but just give me time. I love to laugh and have fun. The characteristics I like most about myself are my compassion, my creativity, and my intelligence. I'm not a brainiac, but I like to constantly learn new things. I have a love of animals and couldn't be around anyone who hated them, especially cats! I don't follow sports, but enjoy watching a game...especially if someone is willing to explain what just happened! Looking For: I'm looking for a relationship in which my partner would also be my best friend. We wouldn't have to spend every waking moment together, I believe individuality is important. I value honesty, compassion, intelligence and, of course, a great sense of humor. I don't play games and don't expect them to be played on me. I'm looking for someone who is not afraid to express how he feels, is good-natured and even-tempered, accepts my flaws as I will his, and is definitely NOT arrogant. I appreciate men who are open-minded, willing to see both sides of any given topic, but don't waiver in their beliefs or values.