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33 y/o
WellnessPhysical education coach and after-school rec coordinator. I bring the same energy to trivia night that I bring to everything else, which is a lot. Looking for someone who can keep up or at least find it endearing.
30 y/o
TravelingI'm a police officer and I know that can sound intimidating, but I'm genuinely pretty laid back off duty. I like hiking, backyard fire pits, and making my own hot sauce.
18 y/o
Board GamesSoftware developer who works remotely and is very intentional about leaving the house. I do CrossFit, go to farmers markets, and play in a casual chess club on Wednesday nights.
68 y/o
MuseumsI'm at a point where I can truly appreciate the moment. Looking for someone I can have real conversations with and enjoy life alongside.
65 y/o
LiteratureI do the crossword every morning with my coffee. Looking for someone who has their own little rituals they love and won't try to change mine.
50 y/o
RunningI'm comfortable with who I am and what I want, no games, no drama. Just looking to enjoy good company and see where things go naturally.
27 y/o
MoviesI'm a physical therapist assistant and I work with post-surgical patients. Off the clock I like slow mornings, long runs, and trying to finish the book I've been reading for three months.
45 y/o
SurfingRetired firefighter who still can't sit still. I'm usually fixing something around the house or smoking brisket on weekends. Looking for someone who doesn't mind getting her hands dirty every once in a while.
47 y/o
MuseumsI've learned that the good stuff in life requires intention and presence. Looking for someone ready to build something real, not just pass the time.
43 y/o
YogaI'm a commercial photographer, mostly corporate stuff, some real estate. I shoot for fun on weekends too, usually wherever there's interesting light. Looking for someone who appreciates the small stuff.
23 y/o
ArtMarketing manager at a mid-size company, which means a lot of meetings I could've been emails. Nights and weekends are for pickleball, home brewing, and genuinely trying to cook more.
70 y/o
ArtRetired college professor (philosophy department) and yes I know how that sounds. I'm actually pretty easy to be around and just looking for someone who likes a real conversation.
43 y/o
PhotographyThere's nothing I love more than capturing light and real moments, whether behind the lens or living them. Looking for someone who appreciates depth and authenticity.
19 y/o
SurfingCatch me chasing waves whenever the British weather actually allows it, useless until I've had my morning coffee. Not after anything heavy - just good vibes and seeing where it goes.
48 y/o
ThriftingI work in cybersecurity for a bank, fully remote, which means I'm home a lot. Looking for someone to actually eat with me instead of cooking for one.
19 y/o
Board GamesI do HVAC installation and repair, mostly commercial buildings. I've got strong opinions about airflow and zero opinions about interior decorating. My apartment definitely shows it.
30 y/o
HikingSpeech therapist with a soft spot for bad puns — occupational hazard. Looking for someone who laughs at them even when they're terrible.
32 y/o
MuseumsI do spray foam insulation, which is a niche job but pays well and I'm good at it. I spend my free time fishing, watching football, and making weekend plans I actually follow through on.
40 y/o
SurfingGeneral contractor who built his own house from scratch — took four years but I did it. Now I work on other people's and spend evenings in my woodshop. Looking for someone who appreciates things built to last.
48 y/o
WellnessOrthodontist with a practice I've had for 22 years. I take long lunches and I'm home by 5. Looking for someone who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to say it.
66 y/o
MoviesI've been doing genealogy research for about eight years and traced my family back to the 1700s. Looking for someone curious about where they came from and maybe where they're going next.
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