I am looking for a relationship and not a casual encounter. If that isn't allowed, I'm sorry. But here goes...

Christmas came and went and I'm still single. Rang in 2024 and still the same. Little Christmas passed and yes, still single. And now it is already time for the NFL Playoffs. PLAYOFFS? It's time for PLAYOFFS?!? Ya kidding me... Of course I am still single. That means to quote Bono, I still haven't found what I'm looking for. Oh and before anyone asks, my team (Arizona Cardinals) didn't make playoffs, no surprise here... The Texans and Chiefs won yesterday while the Cowboys host the Packers and the Lions host the Rams, so I'm real. This will be my last football reference.

My name is Michael and I'm originally from Long Island, NY but now live in suburban PHX, AZ in particular West Valley (if that matters.) Let me just say, I am indeed looking for a relationship and just a relationship. If you are looking for friends, I have enough. If you think we should be friends first, there are others fine with that. I do not believe that exists. If you do great, it just will not work for me. Also, if you want something sexual off the bat... That's great but I want something more emotional.

I am tired of being algorithmed on dating apps and being ghosted. I want something real. I am looking for a woman who wants to hopefully wants a relationship. You are nice, kind and loving. Ideally you are in Arizona or Nevada, Utah or California. Not a necessity but it would be nice.

I am fun-loving, nerdy but active. I have a zest for life and believe in PMA or Positive Mental Attitude (if you never heard of it) but end up more of a jolly pessimist. I lost about 80lbs through changing my diet and exercising (I gained some back due to the way the last six months went but looking to stabilize it and seem to be on the rebound.) I love doing yoga and cardio on the elliptical or PF Express. I am a teacher doing special education. I am into rock music, metal, punk, country music, pop music and R&B. I enjoy going to Disney parks and watching movies (not just Star Wars and Marvel mind you.)

I'm 5'10.5" (no I will use that half), blue eyed, black haired, wear glasses, have a trimmed beard and no tattoos or piercings (not against them, just never got any myself.) When we message, I'll reply with a picture. My style is a bit rock, skater, sports fan, nerd and prep (mostly for work or going out for dinner.) I am currently in flannel season. I would state my weight but I'm working on getting back to about 220 after a tough few months.

I have a few deal breakers: Moving off of Reddit messaging too fast. I know it isn't great, but most that do this are just trying to scam you. I don't want to be scammed. If you tend to ghost instead of saying this isn't working if there isn't a fight. If you are fine with me being busy during the day (my work location isn't the best to send/receive messages even if I could read them.) If you are overly negative, this will not match my energy being that I try to have PMA. (Again, I had a tough few months.) If you are not into me working out. (This apparently is a thing and I don't get it.) No druggies or smokers/vape since it makes me sick. I'm fine with drinking but that is it. Marijuana, don't smoke it (can't stand the smell) If you are unvaccinated (I get it you are allergic to active ingredients, I mean more if you actively chose not to vaccinate either due to fears, religious reasons or being a "free thinker".) No racists Open to dating white men. 25-45 is the age range I'm most compatible with. This is not a hard and fast rule though. No cat owners, sorry but I used to be allergic to cats. I know this sadly will remove my prospects on Reddit but oh well...

If you read this and enjoy please drop me a message with your next concert.