Hello,

I’m a 35 year old male from upstate New York who is looking for a long term relationship.

I feel that I am someone who has a duality of mind of that of an engineer, someone that notices very fine details from small architectural details in an old home to being able to recognize a car by the sound of its engine/exhaust note to hearing a small instrumental part buried in a mix of a song with a creative side of me that enjoys creating artwork, doing photography, playing music (jazz is a favourite of mine), dance as well as writing.

I also enjoy spending time in nature/nature conservation, raising butterflies, listening to music (jazz, math rock, 90's drum 'n' bass, ambient soundscapes, wave, obscure psychedelic rock and more), skiing, long distance cycling/walking, restoring antique radios, electrical engineering and amateur radio, cooking, reading, researching old architecture, vintage cars and more.

Communication is something that I find is extremely important for a relationship. That, combined with trust, in my opinion forms the foundation of a relationship. Without these two aspects I feel that a relationship really cannot stand.

I’m an introvert but I also very much enjoy engaging socially with people as it brings me a great deal of joy. However, I have difficulty in crowds as the increased amount of sensory input which causes me to tire more quickly. I usually require a bit of rest after a social engagement.

Physical touch and intimacy is a love language for me and is something that I consider very important to a relationship. Intimacy between two partners is something that can be exceptionally beautiful, affirming, sacred and special.

I don’t drink. I don’t mind if you drink socially but someone who drinks to the point where they are mentally altered is something that I do not like as I find it unsettling. I do not use any drugs and if you consume edible cannabis that's fine but anything else I'm not comfortable with. I also would not do well with someone who smokes or vapes as I have a smoke allergy that negatively affects my breathing.

I'm okay with most pets except for dogs due to my sensory sensitivities from being on the Autism spectrum.

If what I mention above sounds interesting to you please feel free to send me a Reddit message or Reddit chat request. I look forward to hearing from you!

A photo of me: https://imgur.com/wSGKZLZ