Through this pandemic, I think a lot of us have struggled a bit with their mental health and trying to navigate a world that is contrary to almost every way of life that existed prior to February. Part of me wants nothing more than to be in a relationship right away so I can remember what it feels like to be in love, share everything with somebody from hopes and dreams to failures and things that terrify us. To exercise the love languages that are most important to me. I’m a hugger and have only been hugged twice since March. That’s so foreign to me! But the thing I realized most is just because your life and way you think gets turned upside down doesn’t mean it’s a good idea to run head first into something that may not be right for you. So what I’m looking for is someone who wants a best friend and confidant and wants to have deep conversations and intellectual ones alongside silly and dumb ones too. I want to get to know someone on a friend level before potentially taking it to the next level. It would be great if you’re interested in that eventually too!

I'm an extroverted introvert and while I love meeting new people I also need quiet at times to retreat in my own head and recharge. I'm also a very open and honest person because I believe it lets people know the true you and appreciate the same about others.

I believe strongly in God and do watch church on Sunday mornings. But I’m also not someone who believes in man-made religion. I think mankind is flawed and that God is ultimately all about love which gets perverted by men. I personally have been deeply hurt by the church but I remain steadfast in knowing that God exists and having my faith. I will also never force my beliefs on others because I think you have to come to them on your own for them to be real. But it would be hard for me to get along with someone who is a complete atheist or believes it’s ok to discount my beliefs.

Humor is a big part of my life as well and I love to joke because life is already too serious to not have fun with it. I like everything from dad jokes to inappropriate humor.

I'm an INFJ in personality and feel things deeply typically. I like to think I'm an intelligent person, most of the time at least, and I'm not threatened if you're smarter than me. I love great conversations from general things about everyday life to deeper subjects as well. I'm a kind, caring, empathetic and giving person.

Lastly, before I go on to other things because it will matter to some, I'm a big white guy and will never be skinny. I love food too much and hate the gym. Despite this, I am trying to work my way into better shape lately so I can enjoy life more fully as time passes and be able to experience more epic journeys. It would be awesome if someone would like to work on this together a bit.

As far as interests go with me I do have many and enjoy trying new things except vegetables. ;-) But seriously, I absolutely love traveling and seeing new places in the world. This actually became my job somehow and I'm a travel agent. For me, it's an amazing job even if the last month or so has been hell with this global pandemic. Things will normalize eventually if I can just ride this all out. I also as a side gig shoot boudoir photography. I love the art of it and also helping empower others.

I love a good movie or binging a tv series. I greatly enjoy music from a lot of different genres and love seeing a great concert. I also have a great love for cultural things. I love a great museum or play or musical or Ted Talk. I’m a very curious person by nature and love to learn. I listen to podcasts or audiobooks in the car most of the time. I love a good road trip! I do greatly enjoy sports and am a big football fan. I try to not have it rule my life anymore but I still enjoy watching games.

I’m mainly looking for someone in North America and would prefer in Cali if possible! I practice safe meeting procedures! Haha