In Her Own Words
About her
I'm loyal, (subjectively) funny, joyful, empathic, (clumsy) and family driven - and I take my friendships seriously.
I love animals and nature, dote on my dogs (two jurassic Jack Russels who come with the obligatory attitude) and am happy exploring the planet. So, if you're keen on planning your next big adventure, you're my guy.
Art, travel, food, music and literature make my world go round... and the home-bod side of me leaves plenty of room for a bloody good film or a jaw-dropping series.
Swimming is my therapy and I'll pretty much plunge into any body of water as long as I won't get eaten by a crock or freeze to death (I'm definitely allergic to the cold). If I can't find a pond, I rebound - and no, that's not my relationship status!
I have two children who keep me current, back me up and generally make my day They're amazing human beings - less woke and more bespoke (if you know what I mean) with an interest in pulling their societal weight (that's not just mum-talk). If you have some of your own, then we'll have a party on our hands!
Oh, and I'm a writer by trade. Not the best thing to admit when ones profile is being scrutinised, but I'm always open to edits.
That's about it for now - the rest we'll leave to the learning curve.
About her ideal match
I'm looking for someone kind, humorous, intelligent and fun who loves a day on an exotic beach, wild flowers, a good debate and is willing to try different cuisines. (There are options beyond the abyss of baked beans.)
Life isn't always a walk in the park (unless you're actually having a walk in the park) so I'm searching for someone who can manage the ups and the downs, appreciate the little things, negotiate our differences, find fresh perspectives and give happiness a damn good shot.
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About her
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Ashford, Kent, England | |
Gender: |
Female | |
Age: |
55 | |
Star sign: |
Capricorn | |
Height: |
5' 6" (168cm) | |
Body type: |
Ask me later | |
Looks: |
Ask me later | |
Hair colour: |
Grey | |
Eye colour: |
Blue | |
Relationship Status: |
Widowed | |
Looking for: |
Let's see what happens; A long-term relationship | |
Have children: |
Yes, living with me | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat most things | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Occasionally | |
Education: |
Ask me later | |
Occupation: |
Arts / Music / Writing | |
Income: |
Ask me later | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
Afrikaans | |
Religion: |
Ask me later |
About her ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Kent; London - Inner; London - Outer (England, United Kingdom) | ||
Gender: |
Male | ||
Age range: |
48 - 57 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 11" (180cm) - 6' 5" (196cm) | ||
Body type: |
Average; A few extra pounds | ||
Looks: |
Above Average; Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Light Brown; Dark Brown; Auburn; Red; Grey; White | ||
Eye colour: |
Blue; Blue-Green; Green; Grey | ||
Has a photo: |
Non-negotiable | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Divorced; Widowed | ||
Have children: |
Any | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things; Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Never; Occasionally | ||
Education: |
University / College student; Further education; University; Private school | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Comfortable; Wealthy | ||
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | ||
Home language: |
English | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Buddhist / Taoist; Spiritual, but not religious |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about her
Sense of humour: |
Dry |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
The heart |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Easygoing; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Outgoing; Outspoken; Philosophical; Sensible; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Compassion; Faithfulness; Friendliness; Honesty; Humour; Kindness; Self-control |
Fashion sense: |
Alternative (I'm stylish in my own special way) |
Favourite clothing: |
My pyjamas |
Hair style: |
Medium; It has its moods |
Eyesight: |
I wear bifocals |
Disabilities: |
I have none |
Body art: |
Pierced ears; A tattoo or two |
Date activities: |
A movie; A music concert; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery |
Music preferences: |
Alternative; Instrumental; Jazz; New Age; Pop / Top 40; Rap / Hip Hop; Reggae; Rock |
Reading: |
I read books regularly |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Best-sellers; Crime; Fantasy; Fiction; Mystery; Romance |
TV habits: |
I watch television most days |
TV programmes: |
Action / Adventure; Cartoons; Comedy / Sit-coms; Cooking / Baking; Documentaries; Game shows; Motoring; Movie Channels; Nature/Wildlife; Reality shows; Sport; Talk shows |
Movie frequency: |
Occasionally or irregularly |
Movie preferences: |
Action; Art Films; Comedy; Cult Classics; Documentary; Drama; Independent; Mystery; Romance |
Interests: |
Board games; Card games; Cooking; Gardening; Healthy living; Meditation; Music; Painting; Photography; Reading; Shopping; The arts; Writing books |
Sport involvement: |
Watching from the couch |
Sports: |
Aerobics; Backgammon; Badminton; Birdwatching; Bodyboarding; Bowling; Canoeing; Dance; Extreme sports; Gymnastics; Hiking; Lacrosse; Pool; Snorkeling; Stand Up Paddleboarding; Swimming; Table Tennis; Volleyball; Walking; Water Polo; Water skiing; White water rafting; Yoga |
Cooking: |
I love it! |
Food: |
Asian Fusion; Chinese; Fast food; Fine Dining; French; Gastro Pub; German; Greek; Indian; Italian; Japanese; Pub Grub; Seafood; Sushi; Thai; Vietnamese |
Go Out to Eat: |
I eat out a few times a month |
Dietary Restrictions: |
Gluten-free |
Pace of Life: |
Manageable |
Time at work: |
I work a standard 40 hour week |
Pastimes of choice: |
Socialising with friends |
Time online: |
I'm on for an hour or two a day |
Family size: |
I've got a brother |
Family contact: |
I see them as often as possible |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
I'd consider it |
Animals: |
I love my pet(s) |
Pets (Have): |
Dog(s) |
Pets (Like): |
Bird(s); Cat(s); Fish; Reptile(s); Horse(s) |
Pets (Dislike): |
Exotic pet(s); Rodent(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Assertiveness; Intelligence; Wealth |
Turn-offs: |
Erotica; Skinny dipping |
Dream home: |
On a beach |
Feelings about using Rest Less Dating: |
Hopeful; Curious |
Honesty: |
Extremely |