Well, O and I finally hit the road. The two of us mofos are driving from LA to Butte, Montana. After 420 miles, we've arrived in St. George, UT. Made a stop in Vegas for two hours. While I got liquored up, Owen won a few bucks (okay, that's not true... I only got one freebie because not enough waitresses came our way, but Owen did make some $60). I might not gamble, but it's fun watching someone else do it while being served free liquor. The rest of the trip obviously won't be nearly as fun, even if we do see the Delta Center and Olympic village.
The sure beats Peoria!

You're a pillar of strength
You bring real passion to your life. To you life is about connecting emotionally with the people in your life and trying to make a difference in the world around you. You refuse to settle long-term for a boring job or doing something just because it's expected of you. Love is the same way. Despite your natural charm, you can't pretend to care for someone if you're missing a deep connection. You know what real love feels like and you'll accept no imitations! You're ready and able to experience romance and a powerful "spark" with someone special.

What's dating all about to you?
You're a true romantic. Finding a loving relationship is a mission or journey with clear goals and even a timeline. Falling in love is an especially magical experience. You're suddenly free from the rules and thinking that guide your life. You usually keep your feelings and life under control. But remember, the bigger the dam, the bigger the flood when it breaks!
You face two major challenges in your life. First, it's easy for you to get too focused onfinding Ms. Right and getting married, rather than "going with the flow" and seeing where dates lead you. Second, you're at risk for missing a great woman because she doesn't initially seem to meet your standards.

How unique is your type?
Your personality profile is similar to a number of men your age. Looking at over 10,000 men who have taken the test, about 32.8% (or 1 in 3 men) have very similar beliefs, values, and habits. Of course, the way these qualities are expressed in you is what makes you so unique.

Quirks women notice
Like all men, you have your strengths as well as your quirks and shortcomings. Ultimately, you want to find someone who will love and accept you "warts and all."
- Because you're a private person, it's especially important that you find a partner who understands.
- Because you're a big-hearted man, at times you can be swayed too much by emotions and a desire to keep your friends and family happy.
You can worry too much about your relationship and need reassurance that things are okay.

She'll be an enigma
You're looking for a woman who's a natural leader. She has a successful career, and her charisma draws people to her. She'll probably "dazzle" you from the first moment you meet. Given her charm, energy and warmth, it won't be surprising to find she's loved by a wide network of friends and family. She lives a very ordered and busy life since she's always juggling her career, family, friends and her involvement in community or social causes. You'll soon learn that she's a woman you can respect and count on to do what she says she'll do.

Number of women your type
Women with the exact type of personality you prefer are rare gems. Looking at over 10,000 women who have taken this test, only 6% (or 1 in 17 women) have the exact combination of similarities and contrasts in personality you find extremely appealing.
However, there's a larger group, 26% (or 1 in 4 women), who have most, but not all, of the qualities and habits you like. These subgroups are charted below.

Opposites sometimes attract
You want to share your life with someone who has the same values, goals, and style you have. Research has shown that couples who have more in common tend to stay together longer. Still, sometimes differences can help create a "spark" and excitement about each other. Part of you wants to be more like her, or at least have her unique style in your life. She could be good for you in many ways:
- Because her eyes are always on the future, she can help you plan ahead and get excited about goals without being bogged down in day-to-day practicalities.
- Her outgoing nature will help bring you out of your "shell" socially and help you have more fun at parties or outings with friends.

Quirks you can tolerate
The truth is that everyone is potentially "high maintenance." We all have our quirks and shortcomings. The key to long-term harmony is finding a woman who can tolerate (or maybe even enjoy) your "quirks," or the little personal oddities that make you unique. You seem okay with several common quirks that might come along with your "ideal" woman:
- You can enjoy her enthusiasm for new ideas without taking her plans, which are often unrealistic, too seriously.
- You understand that she really enjoys conversation and will often talk more (and louder) than you prefer.
- You can understand her career drive and crises at work, even though she sometimes drags these hassles home.

Downside of your "ideal"
In addition to her quirks, your "ideal" personality type may have other qualities that are more frustrating or challenging to deal with. Under stress, her quirks can become serious "flaws." But remember, these quirks are the "flip side of the coin," or the extreme end of qualities you otherwise find appealing. So, be prepared if:
- She may talk a lot about her career ambitions and dreams for how to improve your community or the environment, but never takes practical steps to get there.
- She's energized by going out with friends and doesn't understand that such events have an opposite, draining effect on you. She doesn't always respect your need for private, quiet time to "recharge."

Deal breakers
You seem ready to adapt to the good and frustrating qualities of the women you're looking for, but there are types of women you clearly do NOT like. Women's habits and attitudes you'd have a hard time putting up with include:
- Women who become bossy or stubborn.