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"Although I am a typical loner in my daily life, my consciousness of belonging to the invisible community of those who strive for truth, beauty, and justice has preserved me from feeling isolated." - Albert Einstein

Now, it seems, in this wonderful age of light, love, and consciousness that the internet is bringing light to the dark, giving that invisible community a much greater profile!

Namaste fellow souls of “Or” (light in Hebrew). Hmm...me :) well I am A TRUE RENAISSANCE MAN (Adahm) (well, maybe not exactly "true," but I am all over the place, so that kind of qualifies me)! But, wow! Where to start? I am always a work in progress, and, as such, will always thrive on positive and enlightened change. Let's start w/some of the questions, about which, it seems, many who write want to know.

First, "what do [I] do for a living?" I am probably least defined by what I have done for a living so far in life; but, if pressed, I would state that I am a insatiable student, jack-of-all-trades, Permaculturist, and currently back in school studying Anthropology, Nutrition, Philosophy, and the hard sciences, preparing myself for either a PhD in medical or nutritional anthropology, or a doctorate in naturopathy or homeopathy (though i've also considered some allopathic population based medicine). I am thinking of Medical or Nutritional Anthropology, or Naturopathic Medicine, or some other holistic medicine. I am also very open to more metaphysical endeavors as well. I am working toward a second degree now; in my first I majored in Jewish Studies (particularly modern Jewish history, Zionism, Israel, Middle East, etc), History, and had minors in Philosophy (which may become a major in my second degree), Psychology, and Hebrew.

Second, "why [am I] on tribe or other "dating sites?" I answer this by saying that I am NOT seeking a date or anything in particular, as I am not really missing anything in particular (at least insofar that a date will provide). I am open to seeing whom the universe puts on my path (or onto whose path it may put me) for WHATEVER reason. To reiterate, I am open, not seeking a date or a traditional relationship. I do, however, consider myself able to grow from and appreciate all types of people. Some might call me a spiritual and philosophical fisherman of love (ahava) baiting his metaphorical hook in this paragraph to embrace the beings of love and light who swim by, nibble (and please feel free to nibble), and swim up to my boat.

Third, "what [am I] looking for?" See above: I am open to unique, enlightening, intelligent, curious, passionate, and (if wanting something more serious) understanding, compassionate, nurturing and deeply loving individuals who care about the universe, starting w/themselves-- but also deeply about others!!--and someone to whom the principles of social justice, learning, teaching, living in the world of ideas and action, making the world a better place (tikkun olam), and most importantly love, light, and consciousness, are ESSENTIAL to their path in life. Also, for obvious reasons I don't go on "dates" per se (or do the dating games), I prefer getting to know someone, platonically first, in a variety of settings--mostly very comfortable settings—and seeing where the universe takes us (though I will not necessarily ignore chemistry if there).

I am very attracted to intelligent, intellectual, educated, but even more importantly SPIRITUAL, CURIOUS, PASSIONATE, and AWARE women who believe in making the world a better place and not necessarily taking the path of least resistance (though at times that is a necessary alternative). At the same time, I tend to do better with nurturers, intellectuals, spiritualists, and activists (but not propagandistically so). This does not mean I am not open to someone with a very different set of beliefs and values. Also, if you have curly or very curly long, flowing hair, fabulous eyes (esp blue), soft radiant skin, a dreamlike touch, or a gorgeous smile, then please say hi (though your inner and radiant light will be much more important !!!).

Health is very important to me. I still eat meat and animal products (very little), but am evolving into more of a live and raw-food vegan nutritional philosophy and, gradually, lifestyle (probably 95% vegetarian, 80% vegan, and about 50-60% raw currently). I am trying to get much more in touch with my intuitive, emotional, and loving self and balance/temper the uber-rational, left-brained, reptilian self that seems to been manifest in earlier periods of my life. I don’t consume pharmaceuticals, stopped long ago, and minus a recent accident, haven't been to a doctor in roughly 10 years, and, until and except said accident, haven’t felt healthier than I do right now.

My theology is simple: most institutionalized religion is a huge turn-off to me because it uses fear to control and repress instead of love to inspire. I most enjoy spending time with Buddhists, Hindus, Jews (especially Kabbalists, Jewish Pagans and Wiccans, and various Chavurot, including the Aleph Movement), as well as non-Jewish Pagans, Wiccans, Spiritualists, and other groups of OPEN-MINDED people of various walks of life who realize that there is more that unites us than separates us. Most importantly, I want to spend time with ANYONE who is spiritual, tolerant, and insatiably yearning to grow. I believe very strongly in natural (especially preventative) health and a healthy, holistic, lifestyle which includes my studies of energy, chemistry, essential oils, herbs, and various Eastern Philosophies and other unique medical and nutritional Anthropology.

WARNING: I expect to someday (like 10 years) live in New Zealand (or some similar place--am VERY open to other suggestions), in a comfortable, self-sustaining, energy-efficient, and ecologically-friendly home and property in (preferably) the foothills of a scenic mountain range, growing much of my food in rich volcanic soil.

I started limiting my consumption of "news" several years ago as I find that what our corporate American elites define as news MAY be "new" (and I would debate that), but, to me, hardly newsworthy, and, just fearful enough to motivate mindless neo-liberal material consumerism. I believe that our culture, system of government, and many other institutions in this country ARE THE GREATEST AND THE MOST FREE on Earth (keep up the good work George Bushes!! [rolls eyes] Actually I will never believe that, no matter how steady the barrage of national and political propaganda (media, schools, popular culture) suggesting so, and will say that the propaganda to which I refer neither starts, nor ends with the Bushes, Republican party, or other current political-hatred flavors of the month.

I am a nature WHORE. I love the forest, water in all its natural and earthly containers, crisp fresh air, open sky, thunderstorms, sunshine, and nature in nearly ALL her forms. Through these things, loving companionship, and many others, *I* define TRUE WEALTH.

I love to travel, but not to just spend a huge hunk of money on a cruise or a week-long vacation (not that I refuse these excursions). I prefer to pick up and move somewhere and get to know the place intimately, as only the locals do (and, sadly, often DON'T)--at least until I settle down with someone who prefers much of the same. I have lived ALL over this country (and in Israel), to such an extent that some of my friends consider me the modern and North American version of the Wandering Jew (a VagaBunn)!

I believe in integrity and treating people with love, kindness, and respect. I have Jewish feet, Buddhist wings, and a very spiritual heart. You should contact me if You Aren't Here Out of Obligation and you should probably reconsider contacting me if I represent all the things you'd like to be, but when you really think about it, prefer a life more of routine. And, last, but certainly not least, I am a HUGE lover of animals and children (of all beautiful souls, actually); so if you’re not, I am probably not for you. So be in touch if I haven't scared you too far off yet, and, if you’ve actually read everything to this point, send me a message just to say hello (or to tell me what a rambling schmuck I am!). Until then, ahava, u’l'hitraot. Namaste!