In His Own Words
About him
I am a quiet, friendly, genuine and well-mannered widower who is quite active for my age. I am honest, caring and warm-hearted with a ready smile and laugh. Once I get to know somebody I can become quite chatty, but I’m also an empathetic listener.
I have lived or worked in many countries, both in my profession and in a voluntary capacity, but now I prefer attractions nearer home, e.g. local pubs, day trips to the seaside or short stays at a nice country hotel. I dislike crowds and noisy environments.
I am a keen gardener (veg, fruit and flowers), avid book reader (crime, non-fiction, history and scandi noir), competent DIY-er, but don't let me anywhere near a mains water pipe) and enjoy an eclectic choice of music (The Platters to Rolling Stones; Joan Baez to Angela Gheorghiu and Abba to Jay Ungar). I enjoy baking and making preserves, but it's no fun without a willing taster). I have other interests that I approach with varied levels of interest and success. I used to play rugby in my youth, but I now have no interest in sport, especially football. I seldom watch television, preferring to listen to the radio or read a book.
About his ideal match
Quiet, homely, sensitive and kind. Someone who is capable of giving and receiving warmth and affection. A loving companion and good friend. Someone who feels attuned to the description of myself and will be able to share each others interests. Above all I suppose it comes down to chemistry and attraction.
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Barnsley, Yorkshire - South, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
79 | |
Star sign: |
Virgo | |
Height: |
5' 8" (173cm) | |
Body type: |
Stocky | |
Looks: |
Average | |
Hair colour: |
White | |
Eye colour: |
Blue | |
Relationship Status: |
Widowed | |
Looking for: |
Let's see what happens | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat healthily | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Never | |
Education: |
Postgraduate | |
Occupation: |
Retired | |
Income: |
Enough | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
Ask me later | |
Religion: |
Christian / Protestant |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Within 40 miles of postcode district S74 (Barnsley) | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
70 - 81 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 0" (152cm) - 5' 8" (173cm) | ||
Body type: |
Average; A few extra pounds; Curvaceous; Full figured | ||
Looks: |
Any | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Slightly 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: |
Any | ||
Drinking: |
Any | ||
Education: |
Secondary; University / College student; Further education; University; Postgraduate | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Solvent; Enough; Comfortable | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
English | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Agnostic; Atheist; Christian / Catholic; Christian / Protestant; Christian / Other; Spiritual, but not religious; Christian / Orthodox |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Sense of humour: |
Light-hearted |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
The heart |
Personality traits: |
Easygoing; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Happy; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Mild; Quiet; Realistic; Sensible; Shy; Stable; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Chemistry; Compassion; Faithfulness; Friendliness; Honesty; Humour; Kindness; Patience |
Fashion sense: |
Casual (I'm usually in my favourite jeans) |
Favourite clothing: |
My trusty pair of jeans |
Hair style: |
Medium; Straight; Out of control |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses |
Facial hair: |
I'm clean-shaven |
Body hair: |
Average |
Disabilities: |
I have a hearing impairment |
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; Going for a walk; Going to a museum |
Music preferences: |
Classical; Folk; Instrumental; Opera; Pop / Top 40; Rock |
Reading: |
I read books regularly |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Crime; Fiction; History; Mystery; Non-fiction |
TV habits: |
I prefer listening to the radio |
Movie frequency: |
I wait for movies to come out on DVD or online. |
Movie preferences: |
Documentary; Drama; Mystery |
Interests: |
Board games; Card games; Computer & video games; Cooking; Gardening; Internet; Music; Photography; Reading; Woodwork |
Sport involvement: |
Bored to death |
Cooking: |
I cook rather than starve |
Food: |
Chinese; Doesn't matter; Pub Grub |
Go Out to Eat: |
I only eat out on special occasions |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Go with the flow |
Time at work: |
I'm retired |
Pastimes of choice: |
Gardening |
Time online: |
I check in once a day |
Take drugs: |
Never |
Family size: |
I've got a sister |
Family contact: |
I rarely see them |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
I'd consider it |
Pets (Like): |
Bird(s); Cat(s); Dog(s); Fish; Horse(s) |
Pets (Dislike): |
Exotic pet(s); Reptile(s); Rodent(s) |
Turn-offs: |
Assertiveness; Body piercing(s); Power; Sarcasm; Skinny dipping; Tattoo(s); Thrill seeking; Wealth |
Religious attendance: |
Only on religious holidays |
Politics: |
Left of centre |
Retirement plans: |
Enjoying the comforts of home |
Feelings about using Maturity Dating: |
Nervous; Hopeful; Optimistic |
Honesty: |
Very |