Hello! I'm ultimately looking for a life partner, but I'm open to short term and friends. I'm not looking for long distance, so ideally someone within an hour or two of Salem, Massachusetts.

About me: I work in museums, directly with the art work. It's quite rewarding and challenging. I draw a lot of inspiration for my own creativity from getting to be hands on, and up close with truly amazing objects and artifacts.

I have a background in studio art, and over the last couple years have gotten more into making art again. Currently I'm doing a lot of pottery, paper making, photography, 3D printing, furniture making, and electroforming. I've placed a moratorium on acquiring new hobbies!

I'm a sci-fi/fantasy fan, and enjoy almost everything that genre has to offer, including the various superhero cinematic universes. Never did get into reading comics or graphic novels, but not because I dislike them. Perhaps you can recommend some?

I used to play tabletop DnD, but have been without a group for years now. Something I'm looking to get back into.

I'm a reformed video gamer, I used to do all the MMORPGs, but as my time has shrunk and my interests have expanded, I tend to stick to single player games I can pick up and put down as the mood comes and goes.

I also enjoy the outdoors, I'm not an extreme hiker, but I do enjoy moderate hikes. I also enjoy taking my kayak out on the Ipswich River. Both hiking and kayaking have led to some great nature photography! I enjoy biking as well, but my current personal max is probably 50 miles round-trip. I'm not doing centuries, and probably won't anytime soon!

My pets are super important to me, I have two dogs, a cat, and a bunch of tropical fish. My dogs are adorable, and also enjoy moderate hikes, and the dog park.

I'm always down for conversations on just about any topic, and I like to think I'm a good listener. I love learning about new things, and hearing about other peoples experiences. I am also valued for my sense of humor by friends and colleagues.

Politically, I'm independent, but lean heavily progressive. Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez sort of politics.

I'm a Short King (5'7"), so if you need your dudes 6' , I am not your guy. 🙃

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