In His Own Words
About him
Looking for intelligent life in Islington or nearby. I don't do macho and believe in equality, a friend recently said that I am the most grounded person she knows which I find very funny - it doesn't look that way from the inside! I love science and SF and also have interests in education, psychology, and history, my favourite popular writers are Arthur C. Clarke and Carl Sagan. Loving science doesn't stop me having emotions or making mistakes, and when it comes to intelligence I muddle through like everyone else. I enjoy chatting over a coffee, going for a walk to look at architecture or nature, reading a good book and listening to music - everything from Bach to Peggy Gou. I love museums and art galleries. One of the things I get a great deal of satisfaction from is supporting people through difficulties - I had to grow up doing that but now enjoy it. Empathy is my favourite human quality. I am a former recluse who was surprised to discover that there are lots of nice people out there and they make up for the petty people, so I like people but not crowds. My main interest is physics and I am hoping to get some of my work published but either way I am enjoying myself. My budget won't allow lots of international travel so I might suit someone who is also on a limited budget. It would be nice to have someone to share thoughts and emotions with. I have a dry sense of humour and I like irony so sometimes people don't know when I am joking! Is there anyone out there on the same wavelength or have I painted myself into a corner?
About his ideal match
Bookish but warm woman in or near the borough of Islington who has an active interest in science or education and a good sense of humour. Someone who - like me - likes chatting and music but can also appreciate silence and time spent alone, perhaps reading or just thinking. I am looking for a friend and anything more would be a very pleasant surprise. I would like someone on the left or liberal politically. All ethnic groups are welcome and although my flat doesn't have wheelchair access disabled people are welcome too, that includes people who struggle with their thoughts or feelings. :)
PS. I have LGBTQ+ family and friends, so no one who is phobic please, thank you.
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Islington (Holloway), London, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
67 | |
Star sign: |
Gemini | |
Height: |
5' 11" (180cm) | |
Body type: |
Average | |
Looks: |
Ask me later | |
Hair colour: |
Ask me later | |
Eye colour: |
Ask me later | |
Relationship Status: |
Single | |
Looking for: |
Friends; Let's see what happens | |
Have children: |
No | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat most things | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Occasionally | |
Education: |
University / College student | |
Occupation: |
Retired | |
Income: |
Enough | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
None | |
Religion: |
Atheist |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Within 10 miles of postcode district N7 (London) | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
57 - 80 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 0" (152cm) - 6' 0" (184cm) | ||
Body type: |
Any | ||
Looks: |
Any | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Non-negotiable | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Separated; Divorced; Widowed | ||
Have children: |
Any | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things | ||
Smoking: |
Never; Occasionally; Trying to Quit | ||
Drinking: |
Never; Occasionally; Several times a week | ||
Education: |
Any | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Struggling; Enough | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
Any | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Agnostic; Atheist; Buddhist / Taoist; Spiritual, but not religious; Other |
- 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: |
A wallflower |
Personality traits: |
Easygoing; Faithful; Generous; Happy; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Mild; Optimistic; Philosophical; Quiet; Shy; Stable; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Compassion; Faithfulness; Friendliness; Hope; Humour; Kindness; Mercy; Patience; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Casual (I'm usually in my favourite jeans) |
Favourite clothing: |
Shorts & a T-shirt |
Favourite colour: |
Blue |
Hair style: |
Disappearing |
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 music concert; A picnic in a park; Dinner at a restaurant; Going out dancing; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery; Going to a museum |
Reading: |
I read books regularly |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Business; History; Non-fiction; Sci-Fi; Science / Technology |
TV habits: |
I rarely watch television |
Movie preferences: |
Action; Art Films; Comedy; Cult Classics; Documentary; Drama; Independent; Romance; Sci-Fi |
Sport involvement: |
Not involved at all |
Cooking: |
I cook rather than starve |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Chilled |
Time at work: |
I'm retired |
Pastimes of choice: |
Reading a book |
Time online: |
I'm on for an hour or two a day |
Take drugs: |
Never |
Family size: |
I've got brothers and sisters |
Family contact: |
I see them when I can |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
Not at all |
Turn-ons: |
Flirting; Intelligence; Showing affection in public |
Turn-offs: |
Sarcasm |
Religious attendance: |
Doesn't apply |
Dream home: |
In the city |
Politics: |
Left of centre |
Retirement plans: |
Finally writing that novel |
Feelings about using Soul to Soul: |
Nervous; Curious |
Honesty: |
This is an unfair question |









