I honestly feel weird as hell writing something like this, so if you feel equally weird lurking, maybe we'd hit it off.

Being concise has never been a strong point of mine, so I apologize if this ends up being a novella and it repels anyone who might find me entertaining.

I don't really know how to approach writing this without coming off like I'm trying to sell a used car, or like I'm massive egoist who thinks he's too awesome. I'll try and stick to the facts

I have a degree in interior architecture and a minor in art. I love design in general though - interiors, products, advertising, fashion, whatever.

I've worked in historic preservation, redesigned some offices, I've taught a lot, all subjects and ages, but nothing official.

It might come off as lame to list what I did in high school, but it can give you some insights into my interests and what kind of person I am, maybe?

I was in the math team, science team, scholars bowl, writers bowl, FBLA, rocketry team, archery team, band. I did machine shop as a vocation. I went to a program for poor kids where I attended school on the weekends and half the summer, in exchange I got to go on a short trip.

I love books, TV, films. I have a small library of around 1,500 books. A collection of around 400 films.

I've gotten two poems published, and I did stand-up once at the Apollo in New York.

My favorite sport is pool, I used to shoot 10 hours a day, played in a few tournaments.

People tell me my strong suits are my intellect and my humor. I tend to get along well with people, I've always been sort of a loner.

I'm 5'8", slim. Dark eyes, dark hair, and stubble, and I'm including some photos here. Never been in bad shape, but I'm no body builder. I lift weights currently and I'm trying to put on weight. If you're interested in something romantic, I'd really appreciate a photo in your first message.

I'm pretty kind and I like to talk a lot. Love asking and answering questions. I'm not religious, don't really want kids. Happy to chat generally and flirt. I prefer text or Discord over Reddit's chat function (it sucks).

As for what I'm looking for- just a woman who likes to talk, has similar interests to me (not hard, since I have so many), and I'd like if we clicked on an aesthetic level too. I'd prefer someone 23 and up, just because the life experience may be too different for younger women.

I'll go ahead and be upfront about my flaws, even though this is probably going to stick online, I don't like pretending I don't have any. I got Crohn's Disease a few years ago, puts me in pretty intense pain a lot, and it derailed my life. It can be pretty lonely and depressing. I also talk way too much, brevity isn't a friend of mine, but I try to keep from talking too much. And I'm Demisexual, but don't assume I can't please my partners from that.

If you reached the end of this, then I'd love a message from you, and I apologize for the eye strain.