Online dating in our 40s is way more challenging than it should be. Yet, I continue to be positive because I only have to be successful and find the love of my life once. Who knows, maybe that's you? As for me, I'm Todd. Here's a recent selfie. As for me, allow me to briefly introduce myself: I'm an academic by nature, generally positive, optimistic, and intellectually curious. I have an office job with regular hours. Some of my interests include reading and writing (I was an English major and my favorite book is the Count of Monte Cristo for example), video and board games, anime, history, astronomy, fan of sci-fi in general...my favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption.

I'm generally just as comfortable going out as I am staying in, although I do tend to favor staying in these days. Musically, I listen to rock mostly but have a pretty eclectic range of interests; synthwave for example, not much of a fan of country or rap though sorry. I do enjoy catching live music when possible, or going to karaoke. Apperance-wise, I'm 6', thin, with mostly black hair with some (although more creeps in every year) silver mixed in, and brown eyes. Not the biggest drinker, but will from time to time. Never smoke (and would prefer if you don't but not a deal-breaker). I'm in good health, although I am allergic to my cat (yes I'm an idiot, but she's adorable and worth it).

As far as values, I place a great deal of importance in: respect, affection, patience, understanding, honesty, and loyalty. I'm not a big fan of asking for pictures, but if you do choose to share please have it be current and actually look like you. The plan is to meet (either in person or virtually via zoom or something), so please be yourself. I don't really have any specific type appearance-wise...at least I've never been able to discern any pattern anyway.

Bonus points if you want to have kids (at this age I know that might not be in the cards, but it would be nice) but again, not a deal-breaker. But if you're looking for a serious relationship, and I sound like someone you'd like to get to know, please send me a message and say hello and we'll go from there!