Mayer1371, 53

Well, I am a 40 year-old, single male who is working, going to school, and a current Army Reservist. I'm motivated and self-sufficient, and am willing to lend a hand to others when necessary. I've lived in the Chicago area for almost a year now, and I have not regretted it. Chicago is a great city! My interests include music, books, theater, movies, rock shows, sporting events, and places of interest. I am a non-smoker, non-drinker (although I go to bars for live music and others drinking around me does not phase me), and drug-free. I choose to pursue a healthy lifestyle, and I work out 2-3 times/week. I am self-motivated and am always looking for the next achievement. I'm looking for someone who is real, who is not ashamed of who she is or where she comes from. If you are sarcastic, be that. If you are opinionated, be that. She must have her own opinion and be able to think for herself. I'm aware women today can think for themselves, and wouldn't ever do anything to contravent that. I enjoy lengthy conversations and would like to get to know someone. I love simplicity and am not into a whole lot of drama. At this stage of life, life itself is challenging enough as it is. Let's keep it as simple as we can. And let's have fun, too. I like to explore different things and am willing to trying anything once.