I don't believe that age should define me or limit my interests, experiences, activities or personal connections.

I take care of my health, my diet is predominantly organic, and I'm currently in good physical shape. I'm actively working as a wellness and fitness coach, which keeps me motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I practice yoga twice a week, and often find myself mistaken for someone younger due to my active lifestyle.

As a shy, introverted individual, I prefer a drama-free environment. I'm a proud dog dad, and I'm seeking a long-term, committed relationship.

I'm looking for someone local and interested in meeting in person. I am not looking for a long distance or online only relationship. I also love where I live, so moving would not be an option for me.

I'm newly back in the dating scene after an extended period of singledom, and I'm eager to find someone who complements my active, nerdy, and sometimes quirky lifestyle.

Given my unique lifestyle and preferences, I've found that compatibility is a challenge when dating within my age group. My activities, interests, and overall lifestyle are more aligned with those of younger individuals.

However, I've discovered that while age is just a number, maturity and life experience can sometimes lag behind, leading to compatibility issues. I've found myself in situations where I feel more like a parent or mentor rather than an equal partner, due to differing maturity levels and life choices.

I'm looking to find a good balance of someone who would blend well with my activities, likes and dislikes, but also be mature enough to be my equal life partner.

I'm a water enthusiast through and through. I enjoy swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, and boating whenever I get the chance. I also indulge in various other outdoor activities such as bike riding, roller blading, ice skating, snowshoeing, sledding, paintball, and tactical laser tag. When I'm not engaging in physical activities, I enjoy immersing myself in various hobbies. I'm a bit of a nerd at heart, and I love playing board games, PC and VR video games, and tinkering with computers. My main hobby, however, is my 3D printer.

While I maintain an active lifestyle, I'm not expecting my partner to be a fitness enthusiast. I believe that being kind, honest, loyal, monogamous, drama-free and smoke-free are far more important qualities in a partner than their fitness level. I enjoy slow, quiet days in my PJ's as much as I do adventurous ones.

I'm not a fan of bars or nightlife. I'm an early riser and rather than staying out late I prefer enjoying daytime activities, whether it is waking around enjoying holiday decorations, having lunch at the zoo or just taking a calming walk at the beach.

I have a soft spot for British television, baking shows around the holidays, garden shows in the spring and summer, and comedy and murder mystery programs year-round. I also enjoy cerebral movies and TV shows, especially those with a twist.

I'm a fan of both Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings, and I've read and watched both series multiple times. I'm an avid reader and make it a point to read every night before bed.

As for my preferences in a partner's appearance, I'm more attracted to the natural look. I'm open to light tattooing and simple ear or belly piercings, but I'm not particularly fond of heavy tattooing, body modifications, augmentations or breast implants.

I follow an intermittent fasting, keto, pollotarian diet, but I also have a soft spot for sweets and bread, so it's a constant battle. I can cook and prefer Mexican and Indian cuisine, but I'm open to trying new things and enjoy a wide variety of foods.

I love all animals and children, and while I don't have any children of my own, I'm open to the possibility in the future.

I struggle with social anxiety, which has improved over the years but still makes it challenging for me to meet people on a personal level. I've tried various dating apps, but I've found that they're either scams or I get ghosted after a while because I actually want to meet in person and go on actual dates. This is why I'm here, seeking a genuine connection with someone who is interested in meeting in person and building a relationship together.

I need to feel safe and secure in a relationship. I've been betrayed before, and it's left me with some severe trust and abandonment issues.

I'm a romantic at heart and my love language is physical touch. I love holding hands, cuddling up on the couch, giving foot massages, all those cheesy but wonderful things that make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Words of affirmation and quality time are also very high on my list. I want to be with someone who feels the same way, who wants to be with me just as much as I want to be with them.

For me, communication is essential in all aspects of my relationship. I am open with my thoughts, feelings and emotions, so you will always know where you stand with me, I am looking for someone who feels the same. I am so tired of games. Also, when we're not together, I want to feel like I'm still a part of your day. I love getting little texts throughout the day, just checking in with each other. It might seem excessive to some, but to me, it's just a way of showing that we care about each other's lives.

In the words of Jillian Turecki, whom I've recently discovered and who has been guiding my new dating life, "If you're a giver, find another giver to love." I'm a giver, through and through. I give my time, my energy, my body, my love, my soul. And I want to find someone who gives just as freely and just as genuinely as I do. I've had my share of takers, and I'm no longer equipped to handle that dynamic.

I'm looking for someone who shares my values and interests, and who is open to exploring a deep connection.

If you're local and interested, please don't hesitate to DM me. I'd love to chat regularly and work towards meeting up in a reasonable timeframe to see where this might go.

So, there you have it. That's me, in all my anxious, romantic, kinda clingy, slightly damaged glory. If you think we might be a good fit, I'd love to hear from you. And if not, well, no hard feelings. There's someone out there for everyone, and I'm just going to keep on looking until I find mine.