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
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 |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses only when reading |
Body hair: |
Light |
Disabilities: |
I have none |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Religious attendance: |
Never |
Politics: |
Left of centre |
Retirement plans: |
Finally writing that novel |
Feelings about using The Love Lab: |
Optimistic |
Honesty: |
Very |