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PlantingByNumbers

61 – Haringey (Bowes Park), London, England

A Jug of Wine, a Loaf of Bread - and Thou

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Modified: 13 May 2023

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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

Personality
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
More physical characteristics
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
Leisure & entertainment
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
Food
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
More lifestyle
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
Likes & dislikes
Animals:
I like animals
Pets (Like):
Exotic pet(s)
Turn-ons:
Erotica; Flirting; Intelligence; Showing affection in public
The deep stuff
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