TL:DR - Cuddly, childfree, how-can-I-help guy seeks curious, childfree, enthusiastic woman.

Before I get into the meat of things, some dealbreakers:

• Smoking, either cigarettes or MJ - mostly because I hate the smell.
• The inability to hold a conversation. Getting to know someone's a two-way street, and if I find myself asking all the questions, I'll also find myself getting bored pretty quickly.
• Kids. I do not want kids in any way, shape or form.
• Too much distance: I don't drive (though I'm trying to change that) and I'd rather not force my partner to always be the one driving.
• I am a responsible gun owner. This will not change.

What I’m looking for:

• Someone who constantly wants to improve themselves, whether that's working out, learning a new skill, or just reading a new book.
• Great communication.
• Willing to be cherished - pet names at a minimum, plus anything else I can do to show them that they're loved, appreciated and cared about.
• Someone who can kick my ass in the street but kneels at my feet instead. Someone who could overpower me, but won't because she'd rather give up that control. 
• Someone who enjoys going on long walks (seriously, since I've gotten a dog, I average 10 miles a day) and bonfires, and is okay with at least giving fencing and/or paintball a try. 

Hi there!

Do you like talking about everything under the sun? Can your opinions about the world stretch to several paragraphs (or even pages)? If so, read on!

I'm Chris, 30, and I currently work as a software engineer and moonlight as the chief designer for a game design company - something I’m trying to turn into a full-time gig. I’m looking for a serious relationship which, to me, means a long-term, monogamous relationship where we live that DINK lifestyle with my dog Tony and whatever pets you may have or not have. If, after a few convos, it becomes apparent we’re not compatible, no harm no foul - I certainly wouldn’t say no to more friends! Probably the first thing you’ll notice about me is that I love to learn things - I’ve got 111 tabs open across two web browsers of the random rabbit holes I’ve gone down, and I’m currently bouncing between everything from wargaming rulebooks to romance novels. 

I’d love to have someone to dive down these rabbit holes with. Ideally, you’re someone who loves learning and in-depth conversation, but also doesn’t mind - and maybe even enjoys - teasing out my random ADHD thought bounces. Bonus points for being a professional in a field - any field: I’m just as interested in blue collar electrical work as I am the data science involved in the public health field. Double bonus points if your job is something you can work from home: I currently WFH, and I’d love to have someone else around the house so it’s not just me and Tony.

I’m extremely passionate about both of my jobs and will probably yammer on about them as long as you show an interest. Questions are my way of showing interest, and I will probably bombard you with them if given half a chance. I’d love to see that passion reflected in my partner, whether that’s passion about your job, a hobby, or just engaging in the world in general.

I’m independent, own my own condo without roommates, take care of a terrier mix, contribute to a retirement fund, etc. About the only thing I don’t do is drive - I just am not comfortable behind the wheel of a car. Ideally, you’d be in a similar stage of life, sans the not-driving bit. If it gets to the point where we’re meeting up IRL, public transpo and ride-shares make it a non-issue.

In my spare time, I game a ton - PC, tabletop, you name it. I also design games, both as an intellectual exercise and because, in some cases, the game I want to play doesn't exist, so why not make it?

I'm also a huge, huge foodie - cooking is how I relieve anger and frustration, and I will happily feed you everything from cheesecake to goulash to nachos to steak. Maybe we can cook together, or, if cooking’s not your thing, perch on the counter and tell me about your day.

I like to pamper my partners by going on day-trips to places like the aquarium and the museum -- exhibits that offer interactive, adult-oriented experiences. To me, part of having a partner means having someone in my life that really enjoys learning new things with me and improving ourselves together. 

Speaking of learning new things, I'd love to teach you to paint miniatures or play Warhammer 40,000 or Dungeons and Dragons - so it would be great if you have an interest in tabletop games.

If you like what you read, shoot me a message - I look forward to hearing from you!