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63 – Darlington, County Durham, England

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63 – Darlington, County Durham, England

romantic man, with big heart and mind

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In His Own Words

About him

Friends say I am articulate, warm, sensitive, funny, passionate; someone who still believes in the huge capacity of the human heart. I value empathy, loyalty, patience, compassion, imagination, intelligence, left-wing/liberal/green politics, fIdelity, healthy scepticism mixed with optimism, good humour, the ability to truly relax, ethical values, passion, social & ethnic inclusivity & joie de vivre. I am an atheist but respect differing beliefs. I am a divorcee (of 11 years). Love dogs & most animals (tho' since losing my gorgeous collie only do occasional dog sitting for now). Not lucky enough to have had children, but do love children. I have researched & taught history in HE for 3 decades but at 60 took early retirement in autumn 2022, so the world is now my oyster. I like reading and writing, but also the simple things, including comedy, art, tv, radio 4, swimming & walks. I love singing, dancing, coffee, freshly baked bread, cooking for others, being cooked for (by good cooks), good company & my own time & space, making people smile & laugh, forests, coastal walks, pubs & cafes. My musical tastes span from Mahler, Richter & Schubert to Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Radiohead, Massive Attack, PJ Harvey, Sia, Sigur Ros (heavy metal only excluded). Love theatre, art galleries, movies. Try to gym regularly, love cycling, play badminton as much as I can, occasional tennis. Love walking, esp. in the Lakes and Yorks Dales, travel (& coming home), quality time with quality people whether in cities, coast, or countryside. Still trying to adjust to reaching my 60s when I feel so much younger, but at least most friends agree i don't I look or act my age. I have a lot of art, books, ceramics, c/w toys & Venetian masks so ideally need to meet someone who is not a passionate minimalist, and appreciates beautiful objects. I enjoy spending time chatting over food & drinks with interesting, funny people & discovering new things; staying young & open in heart & mind. Drop me a line if some of this might appeal.

About his ideal match

Hopefully you. Wishlists have real limits but merely for starters, it would be good to find someone open, honest, optimistic, empathic, witty, intelligent, loving and loyal. Someone willing and able to be imaginative, passionate and romantic, as well as ironic, irreverent, silly, and sceptical, when it suits. Someone who genuinely likes themselves (without being arrogant) and who likes life. Someone who laughs and smiles easily.

What His Friends Say

Seema said...

Jonathan is kind, caring, thoughtful, intelligent, sensitive, tolerant and fun! He is very attractive with a great smile and sexy voice. He works out to keep in trim and is becoming addicted to badminton! He is ready to embark on a deep and meaningful relationship and whoever that is with, they will have found a loving, generous partner to share their life with. He is an excellent cook too - what more could you ask for?

About him

Country of origin:
United Kingdom
Location:
Darlington, County Durham, England
Gender:
Male
Age:
63
Star sign:
Scorpio
Height:
5' 11" (180cm)
Body type:
Stocky
Looks:
Attractive
Hair colour:
Dark Brown
Eye colour:
Blue
Relationship Status:
Divorced
Looking for:
Let's see what happens; A long-term relationship
Have children:
No
Want children:
No
Daily diet:
Eat most things
Smoking:
Never
Drinking:
Occasionally
Education:
Postgraduate
Occupation:
Retired
Income:
Comfortable
Ethnicity:
White/Caucasian
Home language:
English
Other languages:
Danish; French
Religion:
Atheist

About his ideal match

Country of origin:
Anywhere in the World
Location:
Anywhere in the World
Gender:
Female
Age range:
35 - 60
Star sign:
Any
Height:
5' 0" (152cm) - 5' 10" (179cm)
Body type:
Slim; Average; Athletic; Curvaceous
Looks:
Very Attractive; Above Average; Attractive
Hair colour:
Blonde; Dark Blonde; Light Brown; Dark Brown; Auburn; Red; Black; Changes Often; Greying; Other
Eye colour:
Any
Has a photo:
Non-negotiable
Relationship Status:
Single; Divorced; Widowed
Have children:
Any
Want children:
No; Maybe
Daily diet:
Eat most things; Eat healthily; Vegetarian; Vegan
Smoking:
Never
Drinking:
Never; Occasionally; Several times a week
Education:
University / College student; Further education; University; Postgraduate
Occupation:
Any
Income:
Solvent; Enough; Comfortable; Wealthy
Ethnicity:
Any
Home language:
Any
Other languages:
Any
Religion:
Atheist; Spiritual, but not religious
  • Not important at all
  • Slightly important
  • Moderately important
  • Decidedly important
  • Non-negotiable

More about him

Personality
Sense of humour:
Witty
Intelligence:
Intelligent
Ruled by:
The heart
Party behaviour:
An average mingler
Personality traits:
Faithful; Funny; Generous; Independent; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Philosophical; Thoughtful; Trustworthy
Valued qualities:
Compassion; Faithfulness; Honesty; Humour; Kindness; Sexiness
Fashion sense:
Alternative (I'm stylish in my own special way)
Favourite colour:
Blue
More physical characteristics
Eyesight:
I wear glasses only when reading
Body hair:
Light
Disabilities:
I have none
Body art:
I don't have any
Leisure & entertainment
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
Music preferences:
Alternative; Blues; Classical; Electronic Dance Music; Folk; Jazz; Opera; Pop / Top 40; R&B / Soul; Rap / Hip Hop; Rock; World
Reading:
I read books regularly; I read newspapers occasionally; I read magazines occasionally
Books:
Fiction; History; Non-fiction
TV habits:
I watch television most days
TV programmes:
Action / Adventure; Comedy / Sit-coms; Cooking / Baking; Documentaries; Dramas; Educational; Movie Channels; Nature/Wildlife; News; Sci-Fi; Soap operas; Sport
Movie frequency:
Occasionally or irregularly
Movie preferences:
Art Films; Comedy; Drama; Independent; Sci-Fi
Interests:
Cooking; Gardening; Internet; Music; Reading; Singing; The arts; Writing books; Writing poetry
Sport involvement:
An active participant
Sports:
Athletics; Badminton; Cricket; Cycling; Football (Soccer); Hiking; Pool; Rugby; Squash; Swimming; Table Tennis; Tennis; Walking
Food
Cooking:
I love it!
Food:
Chinese; Fine Dining; French; Gastro Pub; Greek; Indian; Italian; Japanese; Pub Grub; Seafood; Sushi; Thai
Go Out to Eat:
I only eat out on special occasions
Dietary Restrictions:
I have none
More lifestyle
Pace of Life:
Manageable
Time at work:
I'm retired
Time online:
I'm on several hours 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:
I'm flexible
Likes & dislikes
Animals:
I love my pet(s)
Pets (Like):
Bird(s); Cat(s); Dog(s); Exotic pet(s); Fish; Horse(s)
Pets (Dislike):
Reptile(s); Rodent(s)
Turn-ons:
Dancing; Flirting; Intelligence; Showing affection in public; Skinny dipping; Tattoo(s); Wealth
Turn-offs:
Sarcasm
The deep stuff
Religious attendance:
Never
Politics:
Left of centre
Retirement plans:
Finally writing that novel
Feelings about using The Love Lab:
Optimistic
Honesty:
Very