At the heart of any relationship, open and honest communication is required if it is to succeed. A great communicator is a skilled listener first and foremost. I will bring that strong sense of empathy and understanding to the relationship. I am the kind of person who will drop whatever I am doing in a heart beat to help a friend in need. A true friend, I will be your biggest fan and loudest cheerleader, standing by your side in the challenging times and championing you in the best of them. I believe real attraction grows over time and is discovered in one's insight, intelligence, manners and personality. I embrace authenticity in a woman and admire one for whom kindness is an instinct, honesty is a lifestyle, and most important, laughter is a habit. Ideally, I want to make a connection with someone who sees the extraordinary in the ordinary; who values harmonious companionship solidified by common interests, morals, and philosophies; and who is ready to embrace a meaningful and lasting relationship built upon mutual trust, respect, love and devotion.