In His Own Words
About him
I like to think I am quite straightforward, and spontaneous when the time allows. I still believe that mutual regard (with a modicum of magical fairy dust as that unknowable ingredient) makes a solid basis for a relationship. When I can, I’m up for spontaneity.
I was raised on a small mixed farm and I would love to return to the countryside alongside and beyond my aviation career. Hard work does not phase me. I'm privately educated with a science and engineering background; I have a postgraduate business degree and have dabbled in journalism and changed my career in my 30s to be an airline pilot. These days I fly short-haul, to be around for my two junior boys (who live with me) and to enjoy a more stable lifestyle.
I have always pursued hobbies which develop a skill, hence the flying but also, in the past scuba diving. Today I also enjoy life's simpler pleasures: walking, orienteering, cycling, paddleboard, kayak and making the most of my time with the boys. I very much believe that life is what you make of it, and that effort begets reward in all sorts of ways.
About his ideal match
My only wish is to build a relationship based on mutual regard. I seek someone who has the upbringing or the standards - however that has been achieved - which underpin that. Beyond that everything is voluntary and anything is possible!
I would like to spend some time skiing, both with and without my (junior) boys.
I'd like to try my hand at recreational sailing, perhaps work more on my (our?) fitness through cycling, kayaking, paddleboarding, orienteering or just long walks in the countryside..
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Guildford (Farnham), Surrey, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
53 | |
Star sign: |
Aries | |
Height: |
5' 11" (180cm) | |
Body type: |
Average | |
Looks: |
Above Average | |
Hair colour: |
Light Brown | |
Eye colour: |
Blue | |
Relationship Status: |
Divorced | |
Looking for: |
Activity partners; Friends; A long-term relationship; Marriage | |
Have children: |
Yes, living with me | |
Want children: |
Ask me later | |
Daily diet: |
Eat most things | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Occasionally | |
Education: |
Postgraduate | |
Occupation: |
Transportation | |
Income: |
Comfortable | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
Dutch | |
Religion: |
Atheist |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
35 - 54 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
5' 2" (157cm) - 6' 0" (184cm) | ||
Body type: |
Slim; Average; Athletic; A few extra pounds; Curvaceous | ||
Looks: |
Very Attractive; Above Average; Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Any | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Slightly important | ||
Relationship Status: |
Any | ||
Have children: |
Any | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things; Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Any | ||
Education: |
University / College student; Further education; University; Postgraduate; Private school | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Solvent; Enough; Comfortable; Wealthy | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
Any | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Any |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Sense of humour: |
Sophisticated |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
Opportunity |
Party behaviour: |
An average mingler |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Ambitious; Cautious; Confident; Easygoing; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Happy; Independent; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Mild; Optimistic; Outgoing; Outspoken; Philosophical; Realistic; Sensible; Shy; Stable; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Chemistry; Compassion; Contentment; Faithfulness; Forgiveness; Friendliness; Honesty; Hope; Humility; Humour; Kindness; Mercy; Moderation; Patience; Self-control; Sexiness; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Classic (My tastes echo long-established norms) |
Favourite clothing: |
Shorts & a T-shirt |
Favourite colour: |
Blue |
Hair style: |
Medium |
Eyesight: |
I wear glasses and contacts |
Facial hair: |
I'm clean-shaven |
Body hair: |
Average |
Body art: |
I don't have any |
Date activities: |
A movie; A music concert; A picnic in a park; Attending a sporting event; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk |
Music preferences: |
Alternative; Classical; Dance / Disco; Folk; Instrumental; Jazz; R&B / Soul; Rock; World |
Reading: |
I read books regularly; I read newspapers regularly; I read magazines occasionally |
Books: |
(Auto)biographies; Best-sellers; Business; Fiction; History; Mystery; Non-fiction; Sci-Fi; Science / Technology; Travel |
TV habits: |
I tend to watch news |
TV programmes: |
Action / Adventure; Documentaries; Educational; Movie Channels; Music Channels; News; Talk shows |
Movie frequency: |
Occasionally or irregularly |
Movie preferences: |
Action; Adult; Comedy; Cult Classics; Documentary; Independent; Sci-Fi |
Interests: |
Business news; Cooking; Gardening; Healthy living; Investing; Music; Photography; Politics |
Sport involvement: |
An active participant |
Sports: |
Archery; Badminton; Camping; Canoeing; Chess; Cricket; Cycling; Flying / Gliding; Hiking; Horse Riding; Ice Skating; Inline / Roller skating; Mountain biking; Orienteering; Pool; Rock climbing; Rowing; Running; Sailing; Scuba diving; Shooting; Skiing; Snooker; Snorkeling; Squash; Stand Up Paddleboarding; Surf skiing/kayaking; Swimming; Table Tennis; Tennis; Volleyball; Walking; Water skiing; White water rafting |
Cooking: |
I quite like cooking |
Food: |
Asian Fusion; Chinese; Doesn't matter; 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 week |
Dietary Restrictions: |
I have none |
Pace of Life: |
Manageable |
Time at work: |
What's work? |
Pastimes of choice: |
Pursuing a hobby |
Time online: |
I check in once a day |
Family size: |
I've got a sister |
Family contact: |
I see them when I can |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Bird(s); Cat(s); Dog(s); Fish; Horse(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Assertiveness; Erotica; Flirting; Intelligence; Showing affection in public; Skinny dipping; Thrill seeking; Wealth |
Turn-offs: |
Body piercing(s); Tattoo(s) |
Work aspirations: |
I already have my ideal job |
Religious attendance: |
Rarely |
Dream home: |
In the country |
Politics: |
Conservative |
Retirement plans: |
Seeing the world in style |
Feelings about using Soul to Soul: |
Hopeful; Curious; Embarrassed; Optimistic; Excited |
Honesty: |
Extremely |