How's it goin'?

CT-born and raised thirtysomething male seeking 20- or 30-something female partner/friend for dating, possible hikes or picnics in Central park, and all around travel buddy from the greater NY/CT/RI general area.

I think some of my Mingle2 friends would describe me as fun, intelligent, well-spoken, strong-hearted, sensitive, creative, patient and romantic.
I would describe myself as a multi-faceted individual who can hold his own in a witty conversation and make you laugh while doing so.

What I'm really looking for is a down-to-earth chill chick who can make me laugh as much as I can make her laugh, hold her own in a conversation, is reasonably athletic (likes hiking, bicycling, being outdoors, etc.), likes summer movie blockbusters as well as the tearjerking romance flicks (closest I ever get to that is a Shakespeare adaptation, but hey, at least I know romantic literature, right?) ... basically, she's an all around girl who's comfy int he city, comfy in the country, and who could see herself very comfortable with me.

I'm looking for someone I can find a lot in common with, and I know it's probably going to be a long road and kind of a gradual hill to climb.
But I've always believed that that life's a journey and you have to find as much as you can out of it in order to enjoy the ride.
And there's a lot of surprises in the journey itself, not just the destination.

Speaking in all seriousness, though...every guy has his rough edges to smooth over, and I'm no different, honestly. I believe I have a lot to learn from life yet, even though I'm well over 30 now. Experience is really the best teacher, and over the last few years, I've learned a lot more about myself than I ever thought possible.

All I really need is a good solid lady to share that with. And if she can teach me in return, not by telling me, but just by being herself every day, I'd be a very observant student.

Yes, I am hoping to fall in love. Life can't exist without that, or some form of affection, in my opinion.

So, ladies...if my offer sounds enticing enough, give me a look, shoot me a witty message about any interests we may have in common...and we'll take it from there and hopefully figure out the rest as we go.

Hoping I can prove myself worthy of you whoever you may be,
ZenSoul.

Very well written profile.. would you mind if I steal it?.. change a word here and there

Sounds like you already did. If it doesnt come from your own mouth and heart....to be frank, that kinda makes you a cheat.
So, yeah. I mind. Flattered your inspired, but write your own stuff and be original.

The comment was made in jest ;).. Actually do write my own stuff and it is always original.

really good.