In His Own Words
About him
I work in education and love my work (most days).
Escape means painting and drawing, getting lost in music, nature, novels or Wikipedia, creative cooking and adventurous cycling. Then there's skiing, walking, backpacking in remote places, planting spring bulbs in my garden, trying to speak a new foreign language, discussing thought-provoking films we've just seen, strolling by the river, picking ripe tomatoes in my allotment or wild strawberries in the mountains...
I lived abroad for many years, in the US and later in France whence I returned with pretty fluent French, incurable Francophilia and even less hair than before. Travel of the wilder kind in Peru, India, China and Japan gave me incredible opportunities to see new nature and meet people of all kinds.
I'm the very lucky dad of two lovely sons and a beautiful daughter, the oldest 21. They're an essential part of my life.
I'm actually pescatarian (not on the dropdown) and I love good food. Give me oak-smoked salmon with buttery new potatoes, fresh asparagus and a chilled glass of Muscadet and I'm set up for the rest of the day.
Your plate does look more interesting, though. Do you think we could go halves?
I am in awe of David Attenborough, Miriam Rothschild, Omar Khayyam, Shakespeare and Yeol Eum Son.
A few old favourites: Life of Brian, The Deer Hunter, Breaking Bad, The Empress, 1984, and Manon des Sources...and yours?
Long, meandering discussions on people, places and politics are quite my thing.
I'm open, honest, adventurous, [xxxx less complimentary adjectives redacted xxxx], affectionate, loyal and kind.
There's plenty more to say but interactive is so much more fun.
Re the photos: stripey shirt: 18 months ago, land of the long white cloud: 6 months ago, checked shirt: 8 years ago, blue plaid and jeans: even older than that.
About his ideal match
I think a good start would be to find someone sharing my basic values, humour and a sense of complicity. A lively, forward-looking mind is much more important than a toned bod....but a nicely-kept body really isn't going to be a problem. Things will be a lot easier if she's left of centre and loves the natural world. Even better if she shares my ecological tendencies....This is in danger of getting a bit too prescriptive and you probably get the general message, so I think I'll leave it there.
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Haringey (Bowes Park), London, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
61 | |
Star sign: |
Leo | |
Height: |
5' 8" (173cm) | |
Body type: |
Ask me later | |
Looks: |
Average | |
Hair colour: |
Shaved | |
Eye colour: |
Hazel | |
Relationship Status: |
Divorced | |
Looking for: |
Activity partners; Friends; A short-term relationship; A long-term relationship | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
Ask me later | |
Daily diet: |
Vegetarian | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Several times a week | |
Education: |
Postgraduate | |
Occupation: |
Teaching / Education / Training | |
Income: |
Solvent | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
French | |
Religion: |
Jewish |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Within 20 miles of postcode district N22 (London) | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
48 - 60 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 0" (152cm) - 5' 9" (176cm) | ||
Body type: |
Slim; Average; Athletic; A few extra pounds | ||
Looks: |
Above Average; Average; Below Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Blonde; Dark Blonde; Light Brown; Dark Brown; Auburn; Red; Black; Greying | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Non-negotiable | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Separated; Divorced; Widowed; It's Complicated | ||
Have children: |
Any | ||
Want children: |
Any | ||
Daily diet: |
Any | ||
Smoking: |
Never; Occasionally | ||
Drinking: |
Never; Occasionally; Several times a week | ||
Education: |
University; Postgraduate | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Any | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
Any | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Any |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Party behaviour: |
An average mingler |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Cautious; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Independent; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Moody; Outspoken; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Chemistry; Compassion; Friendliness; Honesty; Hope; Humour; Kindness; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Casual (I'm usually in my favourite jeans) |
Favourite clothing: |
My trusty pair of jeans |
Hair style: |
It's a distant memory |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses only when reading |
Facial hair: |
I'm clean-shaven |
Body art: |
I don't have any |
Date activities: |
A movie; A picnic in a park; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery; Going to a museum |
Music preferences: |
Classical; Folk; Gospel / Religious; Instrumental; Rock; Scottish; World |
Reading: |
I read books regularly; I read newspapers occasionally; I read magazines occasionally |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Fiction; History; Mystery; Non-fiction; Sci-Fi; Travel |
TV programmes: |
Comedy / Sit-coms; Cooking / Baking; Documentaries; Dramas; Educational; Movie Channels; Nature/Wildlife; News |
Movie frequency: |
Occasionally or irregularly |
Movie preferences: |
Art Films; Comedy; Documentary; Drama; Independent; Mystery; Romance; Sci-Fi |
Interests: |
Acting; Cooking; Gardening; Music; Painting; Politics; Reading; Singing; Voluntary work |
Sports: |
Birdwatching; Camping; Cycling; Hiking; Running; Skiing; Walking |
Cooking: |
I really enjoy cooking |
Food: |
Asian Fusion; French; Gastro Pub; Indian; Italian; Seafood; Thai; Vietnamese |
Go Out to Eat: |
I eat out a few times a month |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Manageable |
Pastimes of choice: |
Spending time outdoors |
Time online: |
I'm on several hours a day |
Take drugs: |
Not any more |
Family size: |
I've got sisters |
Family contact: |
I see them when I can |
Willing to Relocate: |
I'd consider it |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Exotic pet(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Erotica; Flirting; Intelligence; Showing affection in public |
Work aspirations: |
I already have my ideal job |
Religious attendance: |
Once a month |
Dream home: |
In the mountains |
Politics: |
Green |
Retirement plans: |
Backpacking around the globe |
Feelings about using Ivory Towers: |
Hopeful; Curious |
Honesty: |
Very |
