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Gainesville, florida vegetarians, vegans and raw foodist events and singles dating

I have been living in Florida for 10 years and been in Gainesville for about 2 years now.  I am a vegetarian for ethical reasons.  I live a healthy lifestyle and believe that good health is key to living a fulfilling life.   I work as a mechanical engineer for a medical device company.  I love my job as it helps people get and stay healthy.  I enjoy spending time outdoors and working out.   I also like listening to music, watching movies, SUP, and playing sports.   I like meeting new  people, traveling, exploring new places and culture.   Most people would describe me as easy-going, open-minded, driven, a good listener, and a foodie.  I am always ready to try new food and am a decent cook.

Originally from Bosnia, I left my country at the age of 18 in 1992. After a couple of other stops, i came to United States at the end of 2001. I have been on an eatern spiritual path since 23 years- fully vegetarian, no tobacco and no intoxicants of any kinds. I am still dedicated to that path and I engage in meditation/prayer daily and read from the ancient religious texts. I respect all religions and sincere followers of all faiths. I am interested in philosophy and psychology; love music as well. I enjoy being in the nature, especailly close to the  (swimming, kayaking and boating, or simply sitting and walking on the beach). I also like bike-riding and taking walks. I have one a son who is almost 14 and lives with. We have had no contact with his father since many years. He has not been part of our life since the divorce in 2007. I am self-employed and mainly work as a companion/care-taker to elderly people (home-care). I work part-time as taking care of my son is my priority. I earn enough for my and my son's needs and that is enough for me. I spend at least one hour daily with my spiritual practices. I am rather an introverted person, who  doesn't enjoy large social gatherings- I prefer being one-on-one with people or in small groups (3-4 people).

This will be an ongoing project.  Events outside my control brought me here before I was ready.   I have a book available on Amazon on Aug 1 and a second in Sep 1.

 I love: Laughing, encouraging and inspiring others to find joy and passion in the slightest of things. Music, movies, art, photography, beaches, sunsets, the phases of the moon. Cats, dogs, boys, girls, naked squirrels. Raw Meal, onions, garlic, spices, fresh greens, clean water, inventive cuisine, an amazing slice of well-done pizza. A good french fry can rule the world, at least temporarily. Watching a good game of soccer. Cooling down after a great workout and riding the wave of endorphins as they flow. Genealogical research. Solving a good mystery. Florida's natural parks - The Everglades, the springs in Alachua County and Ocala National Forest, Dry Tortugas. My family, my friends, my pets. Structure, goals, and accomplishments. Checklists. Chinese checkers and Mankala.

I tend to attract people who think they have known me before. In turn, they tend to divulge their entire life story and/or their deepest secrets within the first week (warning! ha ha).

I have an amazing filter through which I view reality so I always have a good time. Life is short and it's up to our attitudes to conclude who we become, who surrounds us, and ultimately, our happiness.

I say no to: Racism, homophobia, sexism, elitism, attitudes, atrocious body odor (a little is fine but full blown stench does not cut it), too much cologne, abuse, and violence.

Oddly enough, I sometimes curse like a sailor in private (pardonnez-moi). ;)