In His Own Words
About him
Life has been good to me. I have few regrets and there are no skeletons, or emotional baggage, in the cupboard. I had the best parents and now I'm very close to my 2 sons and their families
If I were a used car I'd be described as 'a nice runner, long MoT, good bodywork and engine with many hill climbs and grand tours to go'.
My main 'kicks' are the thrills of achievement in completing something I've created. My dominant sense is vision (both sight and imagination), which probably led to me becoming an architect. I've had a successful and rewarding career with some major achievements (and not too many failures). Retirement is proving to be no less enjoyable. I've been lucky.
For about 15 years my job required me to travel extensively internationally and now travel is a craving in my retirement. I've experienced major earthquakes, typhoons, lightning strikes (in the air and on the ground) and floods. On holidays I'm not a poolside lounger, nor do I spend much time visiting churches and relics. I prefer to observe people, their culture and cuisine. My main passion is the enjoyment of the wonder of nature.
My bucket list includes going back to Antarctica (my favourite continent), New Zealand (my 2nd favourite country), the South Pacific islands, Galapagos, Machu Picchu, Angel Falls and the moon if Richard Branson can manage it.
I live in my favourite place in the whole world.
About his ideal match
How will I know she's my ideal match when I meet her? Not sure, but I expect ‘Chemistry’ will dominate and I think we shall just know. If we are not instantly a perfect match then we will adapt to become so.
Factors we will have in common which will effect the 'Chemistry' mark will include a zest for life; optimism; enjoyment of all beautiful things and the wonderment of creation itself - both the physical and natural world; preference for quality over quantity and the putting of family and friends above all else. She will be able to challenge me intellectually and will be able to see, and laugh at, the ridiculous side of most contrived situations and also to laugh at herself when she makes a mistake or when she takes life too seriously. She will not have forgotten how to giggle.
She will enjoy live events and love visiting places of interest. She will be happy to share the kitchen, with me as sous chef. She will be spontaneous - welcoming a last minute break or trip to the theatre. She will enjoy light-hearted debate on politics and other contentious issues.
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Exeter, Devon, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
80 | |
Star sign: |
Gemini | |
Height: |
5' 8" (173cm) | |
Body type: |
Average | |
Looks: |
Above Average | |
Hair colour: |
Balding | |
Eye colour: |
Hazel | |
Relationship Status: |
Divorced | |
Looking for: |
Activity partners; Let's see what happens; A long-term relationship | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat most things | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Most days | |
Education: |
Postgraduate | |
Occupation: |
Retired | |
Income: |
Comfortable | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
French; German | |
Religion: |
Christian / Protestant |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | ||
Location: |
Within 60 miles of postcode district EX1 (Exeter) | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
70 - 76 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 0" (152cm) - 5' 6" (168cm) | ||
Body type: |
Slim; Average; Athletic; A few extra pounds; Curvaceous | ||
Looks: |
Very Attractive; Above Average; Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Decidedly important | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Divorced; Widowed | ||
Have children: |
No; Yes, not living with me | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things; Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Occasionally; Several times a week; Most days | ||
Education: |
University / College student; Further education; University; Postgraduate; Private school | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Solvent; Enough; Comfortable; Wealthy | ||
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | ||
Home language: |
English | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Agnostic; Atheist; Christian / Protestant; Christian / Other; Spiritual, but not religious |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Sense of humour: |
Witty |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
The head |
Party behaviour: |
An average mingler |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Ambitious; Confident; Easygoing; Faithful; Generous; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Optimistic; Sensible; Stable; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Chemistry; Compassion; Faithfulness; Forgiveness; Honesty; Humour; Kindness; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Outdoorsy (I'm usually dressed for the bush) |
Favourite colour: |
Blue |
Is the glass half full or half empty: |
Half full |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses only when reading |
Facial hair: |
I'm clean-shaven |
Body hair: |
Average |
Body art: |
I don't have any |
Date activities: |
A music concert; A picnic in a park; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery |
Music preferences: |
Broadway / Theatrical; Classical; Country & Western; Folk; Jazz; Opera |
TV habits: |
I watch television every day |
TV programmes: |
Comedy / Sit-coms; Cooking / Baking; Documentaries; Dramas; Educational; Nature/Wildlife; News; Sport |
Movie frequency: |
Occasionally or irregularly |
Movie preferences: |
Action; Comedy; Documentary; Drama; Mystery; War; Westerns |
Interests: |
Auto repair; Board games; Card games; Collecting stamps, coins, etc.; Cooking; Gardening; Investing; Painting; Politics; Pottery; Sculpting; Woodwork |
Sport involvement: |
Watching from the couch |
Sports: |
Backgammon; Birdwatching; Cricket; Cycling; Fishing; Golf; Rugby; Sailing; Snooker; Tennis; Walking |
Cooking: |
I really enjoy cooking |
Food: |
Chinese; Fine Dining; Japanese; Seafood; Sushi; Thai; Vietnamese |
Go Out to Eat: |
I eat out a few times a week |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Manageable |
Time at work: |
I'm retired |
Pastimes of choice: |
Spending time outdoors |
Time online: |
I'm on several hours a day |
Family size: |
I've got a sister |
Family contact: |
I rarely see them |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
Not at all |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Bird(s); Dog(s); Fish; Horse(s) |
Pets (Dislike): |
Cat(s); Exotic pet(s); Reptile(s); Rodent(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Dancing; Intelligence; Long hair; Skinny dipping |
Turn-offs: |
Assertiveness; Body piercing(s); Erotica; Flirting; Power; Sarcasm; Tattoo(s); Thrill seeking |
Work aspirations: |
I already have my ideal job |
Religious attendance: |
Only on religious holidays |
Dream home: |
Other |
Politics: |
Conservative |
Retirement plans: |
Seeing the world in style |
Feelings about using Encounters Dating: |
Embarrassed; Optimistic |
Honesty: |
Very |