In His Own Words
About him
I would be a good companion for a country walk, a trip to enjoy theatre, film, art or music.
Maybe a partner for tennis or cyling or swimming - or a spot of fine dining.
A listening ear.
A supporting arm.
A helping hand on a rickety stile
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Thinking about our various searches for fulfilment, I came across this written by Primo Levi in If This is a Man:
Primo is trying to describe his journey to Auschwitz - four days crammed into a cattle truck without food, water or heating:
“Sooner or later in life everyone realises that perfect happiness is unrealisable, but there are few who pause to consider the antithesis: that perfect unhappiness is equally unattainable.
“The obstacles preventing the realisation of both these extreme states are of the same nature: they derive from our human condition which is opposed to everything infinite…”
About his ideal match
My ideal match would be reasonably fit, like the countryside and the outdoors. Be able to swim and cycle for fun, not to Olympic levels. Be open to new ideas.
My ideal match would be attractive, clever, caring, humble, connected to living things.
My ideal match would be brainy as Einstein, creative as Joni Mitchell, sharp as Anne Carson, and desirable as Eve.
My ideal match would not be Ideal!
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Bournemouth (Poole), Dorset, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
73 | |
Star sign: |
Cancer | |
Height: |
5' 7" (170cm) | |
Body type: |
Slim | |
Looks: |
Above Average | |
Hair colour: |
Greying | |
Eye colour: |
Hazel | |
Relationship Status: |
Divorced | |
Looking for: |
Activity partners; Friends; Let's see what happens; A short-term relationship; A long-term relationship; Something casual | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat healthily | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Occasionally | |
Education: |
University | |
Occupation: |
Retired | |
Income: |
Comfortable | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
French; German; Greek; Italian | |
Religion: |
Agnostic |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | ||
Location: |
Within 60 miles of postcode district BH13 (Poole) | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
50 - 76 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
4' 9" (144cm) - 5' 6" (168cm) | ||
Body type: |
Slim | ||
Looks: |
Above Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Decidedly important | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Separated; Divorced | ||
Have children: |
No; Yes, not living with me; Yes, living with me sometimes | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things; Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Never; Occasionally; 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: |
English; French; German; Hebrew; Italian | ||
Religion: |
Agnostic; Atheist; Christian / Protestant; Christian / Other; Jewish; Spiritual, but not religious |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Sense of humour: |
Dry |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
The heart |
Party behaviour: |
An average mingler |
Personality traits: |
Confident; Easygoing; Faithful; Generous; Happy; Loving; Loyal; Optimistic; Outspoken; Sensible; Stable; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Faithfulness; Forgiveness; Friendliness; Honesty; Humour; Kindness; Patience; Sexiness; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Casual (I'm usually in my favourite jeans) |
Favourite clothing: |
Shorts & a T-shirt |
Favourite colour: |
Blue |
Is the glass half full or half empty: |
Half full |
Hair style: |
Straight |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses |
Body hair: |
Hairy |
Body art: |
I don't have any |
Date activities: |
A movie; A music concert; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery |
Music preferences: |
Blues; Classical; Folk; Instrumental; Jazz; Opera; R&B / Soul |
Reading: |
I read books regularly; I read magazines regularly; I read newspapers occasionally |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Fiction; History; Travel |
TV habits: |
I tend to watch cultural programmes |
TV programmes: |
Documentaries; Dramas; Movie Channels; Nature/Wildlife; News |
Movie frequency: |
Once or twice a month |
Movie preferences: |
Art Films; Cult Classics; Documentary; Drama |
Interests: |
Cooking; Gardening; Healthy living; Music; Photography; Politics; Reading; Writing books; Writing poetry |
Sport involvement: |
An active participant |
Sports: |
Bodyboarding; Camping; Cycling; Hiking; Orienteering; Pool; Snorkeling; Swimming; Table Tennis; Tennis; Walking; Windsurfing; Yoga |
Cooking: |
I quite like cooking |
Food: |
Fine Dining; French; Gastro Pub; Seafood |
Go Out to Eat: |
I eat out a few times a month |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Manageable |
Time at work: |
I'm retired |
Pastimes of choice: |
Spending time outdoors |
Time online: |
I check in once a day |
Family size: |
I've got brothers |
Family contact: |
I see them when I can |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
I'm flexible |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Dog(s); Fish; Rodent(s); Horse(s) |
Pets (Dislike): |
Bird(s); Exotic pet(s); Reptile(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Assertiveness; Dancing; Flirting; Intelligence; Long hair; Showing affection in public; Skinny dipping |
Turn-offs: |
Body piercing(s); Power; Sarcasm; Tattoo(s); Thrill seeking |
Religious attendance: |
Never |
Dream home: |
In the country |
Politics: |
Left of centre |
Retirement plans: |
Pursuing a sport or hobby |
Feelings about using Encounters Dating: |
Hopeful |
Honesty: |
Very |
