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bluestocking_49

75 – Gainsborough (Scotter, Nr. Gainsborough), Lincolnshire, England

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bluestocking_49

75 – Gainsborough (Scotter, Nr. Gainsborough), Lincolnshire, England

Enjoy travel and culture seeking a man who makes me laugh and knows how to cherish a woman

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In Her Own Words

About her

My photos are from all times in my life and are chosen to show some of my interests, although the leeadphhoto is me as I am now, apart from the fact that my hair is more grey now.
I've lived and worked in three countries and have friends around the world. I love immersing myself in different cultures. I consider myself a European though I think the EU (as it is currently organised and managed) is not fit for purpose. I love practising my languages and learning to get by in new ones, as well as the laid-back style of continental life.

As far as music preferences are concerned, my favourite is listening is to classical music but I also like more modern genres such as blues and folk-rock. I enjoy designing and making things to wear and re- or up-cycling things for the home. Because of that I love visiting flea-markets here and abroad as well as charity shops for vintage clothing patterns.
Since retiring from language teaching my latest passion is family history research.

I have absolutely no interest in competitive sports -- I even became a school librarian to get out of hockey and cross country runs; though I do enjoy living in the countryside.

Although I used to enjoy long country walks, a recent accident to my back now makes long hikes but a memory. That notwithstanding, I still love or especially exploring old towns in the UK and in Europe where a good cafe is never too far away. Recent trips include an archaeological rour of Western Turkey and a solo trip to Lake Garda. I also plan to take one of my frequent trips to Germany as soon as the Covid situation makes it safe again. I am independant by nature, and don't mind living alone, well, most of the time anyway.

After a loving, though brief, marriage and later happy and fulfilling relationships, I now find I miss having that important special person in my life to travel with and share other experiences with. What I understand the Americans call a friendship "with benefits".

About her ideal match

My ideal man should share at least some of my interests (especially the musical ones). However, in an ideal, world team sports should not be one of his overwhelming interests as I am non-competitive and non-tribal by nature.

He should be an interesting conversationalist and enjoy a spirited discussion, (including politics and religion) though not be too critical and intolerant of others' views if they differ from his own. I admit I can be a little opinionated at times, but deep down really hate disagreements or heated arguments.

My soulmate should be a bon-viveur: appreciate the beauty in both nature and art and enjoy the good things in life: food, drink, travel --- and "siestas" . He should enjoy cooking as much as I do and enjoy trying out different cuisines. A "Pratchett-esque" sense of humour would be a plus.

My ideal would be to find a loving friend who lives not too far away for it to be feasible for us to visit each other often; take trips together in the UK and overseas, especially Europe; someone who enjoys old school romance, hugs and kisses and all that that can lead to..

He should enjoy cultural evenings out, a night at the concert hall, or the ballet and be happy to dress appropriately for such an evening without complaining (well not too much anyway) even if normally he is only truly comfortable in jeans). But he should also enjoy quiet evenings in with a good meal and a good bottle of wine. Walking (meandering) in the countryside or on a beach, and taking time to "smell the roses" would be something he and I could enjoy together, or perhaps visiting a stately or historical pile and garden.

Finally, he should enjoy travelling around this country as well as different parts of Europe, but as an independent cultural traveller rather than a tourist on a package tour or (heaven forfend) a cruise.

A deal-breaker would be an ultra-right-wing, smoker to whom anything foreign or "European" is total anathema.

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About her

Country of origin:
United Kingdom
Location:
Gainsborough (Scotter, Nr. Gainsborough), Lincolnshire, England
Gender:
Female
Age:
75
Star sign:
Virgo
Height:
5' 3" (160cm)
Body type:
Ask me later
Looks:
Average
Hair colour:
Grey
Eye colour:
Blue-Green
Relationship Status:
Divorced
Looking for:
Friends; Let's see what happens; A long-term relationship
Have children:
No
Want children:
No
Daily diet:
Eat healthily
Smoking:
Never
Drinking:
Occasionally
Education:
Postgraduate
Occupation:
Retired
Income:
Enough
Ethnicity:
White/Caucasian
Home language:
English
Other languages:
French; German
Religion:
Other

About her ideal match

Country of origin:
Anywhere in Europe
Location:
Within 100 miles of postcode district DN21 (Gainsborough)
Gender:
Male
Age range:
69 - 76
Star sign:
Any
Height:
5' 8" (172cm) - 5' 11" (181cm)
Body type:
Slim; Average; Stocky
Looks:
Average; Attractive
Hair colour:
Greying; Grey; White
Eye colour:
Any
Has a photo:
Non-negotiable
Relationship Status:
Divorced; Widowed
Have children:
No; Yes, not living with me
Want children:
No
Daily diet:
Eat most things; Eat healthily
Smoking:
Never
Drinking:
Occasionally; Several times a week
Education:
University / College student; University; Postgraduate
Occupation:
Retired
Income:
Solvent; Enough; Comfortable
Ethnicity:
White/Caucasian
Home language:
English
Other languages:
French; German; Italian; Spanish
Religion:
Agnostic; Atheist; Spiritual, but not religious; Other
  • Not important at all
  • Slightly important
  • Moderately important
  • Decidedly important
  • Non-negotiable

More about her

Personality
Sense of humour:
Irreverent
Intelligence:
Highbrow
Party behaviour:
An average mingler
Personality traits:
Adventurous; Cautious; Faithful; Generous; Independent; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Mild; Outspoken; Philosophical; Quiet; Thoughtful; Trustworthy
Valued qualities:
Chemistry; Compassion; Faithfulness; Friendliness; Honesty; Humour; Kindness; Moderation; Sexiness; Tolerance
Fashion sense:
Alternative (I'm stylish in my own special way)
Favourite colour:
Blue
More physical characteristics
Hair style:
Short; It has its moods
Eyesight:
I wear glasses only when reading
Body art:
I don't have any
Leisure & entertainment
Date activities:
A music concert; A picnic in a park; Dinner at a restaurant; Going to the theatre; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk; Visiting a gallery; Going to a museum
Music preferences:
Blues; Classical; Folk; Instrumental; New Age; Opera; R&B / Soul
Reading:
I read books regularly; I read magazines regularly; I read newspapers occasionally
Books:
(Auto)biographies; Crime; Fiction; History; Mystery; Non-fiction; Travel
TV habits:
I watch television most days
TV programmes:
Action / Adventure; Documentaries; Dramas; Educational; Movie Channels; Nature/Wildlife; News
Movie frequency:
I wait for movies to come out on DVD or online.
Movie preferences:
Action; Comedy; Cult Classics; Documentary; Drama; Independent; Mystery; Romance
Interests:
Cooking; Gardening; Internet; Knitting; Meditation; Music; Photography; Politics; Reading; Sewing; The arts
Sport involvement:
Bored to death
Sports:
Yoga
Food
Cooking:
I really enjoy cooking
Food:
Fine Dining; French; Gastro Pub; German; Greek; Indian; Italian; Japanese; Seafood
Go Out to Eat:
I only eat out on special occasions
Dietary Restrictions:
I have none
More lifestyle
Pace of Life:
Organised
Time at work:
I'm retired
Pastimes of choice:
Pursuing a hobby
Time online:
I'm on for an hour or two a day
Take drugs:
Never
Family size:
I've got a brother
Family contact:
I see them when I can
Relationship Type:
I'm just plain single
Willing to Relocate:
I'm unlikely to move
Likes & dislikes
Pets (Like):
Cat(s)
Pets (Dislike):
Dog(s); Exotic pet(s); Reptile(s); Rodent(s)
Turn-ons:
Flirting; Intelligence; Showing affection in public
Turn-offs:
Body piercing(s); Erotica; Power; Sarcasm; Tattoo(s); Thrill seeking
The deep stuff
Religious attendance:
Never
Dream home:
In the country
Politics:
Left of centre
Feelings about using Classic FM Romance:
Hopeful; Curious; Optimistic
Honesty:
Extremely