I'm pretty perplexed as to how I am supposed to meet a partner in today's digital world. I've tried the dating apps, distributing zines around town, volunteering for causes I care about - nothing's clicking. I have no problem making (and keeping) friends, but I've had difficulty attracting potential partners that lasts beyond the initial spark of intrigue and the getting-to-know-you process. Admittedly, I tend to march to the beat of my own drum and have strayed from the herd in a pretty big way in the past few years. I'm looking for someone similar - someone with a deep independent streak that basks in their own uniqueness and is unbothered by what's going on in the world.

I am a poet, writer, mystic, music and film afficionado (the weirder, the better), non social media user, volunteer/service oriented, plant-whisperer in training, herbalist, animal loving, vegetarian, pacifist, anarchist (of the mutual aid flavor), stillness-seeking, weirdo. I've lived many lives in my time here on Earth and I've fucking been through the ringer. As a result, I know what I want and don't want.

What I want: stillness, to be of service to all people, work with plants and animals, live simply on the land, surround myself with music and art, ample time to write, and to be in a position where I can provide for my local community in a practical way. This isn't some pipedream and I am currently living on a farm in the middle of nowhere helping others - but I'd like to build something of my own in the future.

I'm seeking a partner who has a similar vision of the future and who is interested in cocreating this vision together. Someone dedicated to growth and learning. Art, plants, animals, and helping others are all equally important to me and I seek someone with similar values. I don't care who you voted for or even if you voted at all. This is of no interest to me. I'm interested in someone who wants to help and grow and learn and laugh and make really fucking cool art.

I'm not sure if this is asking too much. It doesn't seem like a lot to me, but I certainly know it's very specific. And maybe this person Isn't out there and what I'm asking is like trying to find some hybrid unicorn/manatee/dodo bird with lasers shooting out of its eyes. But I truly don't think so. You're out there somewhere and unfortunately you've resorted to reddit as I have. Reach out!

Physically, I'm 6'1" and in pretty good shape, bearded, black. I can send a pic on request but I ask for one as well. Send me an album or book that has really resonated with you recently. I hope to hear from you.