hertsman (49) from Hertfordshire

Hi,
Where to start? ... workwise I have done about everything from farming to office work and after a spell of ill health had to call it a day (Life is too short to work).

I am hoping to find a feminine lady maximum size 14. This may sound a bit blokey but I am, after all, a man and we do tend to be visual creatures. Having said that, there is more to me than that and I am definitely attracted to intellect.

My interests include playing darts, going to the dog track and playing cards Bridge and Bezique. By way of further redemption, I will hasten to add that I would rather be taking in the view of a beautiful lady than ogling any form of spectator sports.

If all you can talk about is house prices, Jimmy Choo's, the latest mobile or retail therapy then I really do not think we would get along.

And all you girls that are under 25, Im flattered, but sorry not interested LOL

Oh yes, I forgot, I dont go to the gym 4/5 times a week as I find it very boring, I cant believe 90% of women do that on here, but I may have half an hour or so a couple of times a week on my treadmill.

Will not respond to profiles using "text speak" as I not only find it difficult to read, but annoying.

Nice, genuine, intelligent woman who can have a laugh.

Initially looking for friends first and then see what happens.

Ladies, would prefer someone in my own age group (give or take 5 years) and I will reply to those with picture in profile (or willing to send me a pic). I think this is only fair as you have seen my picture.

Call me old fashioned but if I start seeing someone and we want to see how it goes I like to think that it is exclusive.

Just to be clear I am hoping to meet someone and do not want to chat on MSN for months on end (although talking on the phone is OK for a while), it is much better to meet face to face.