What I'm looking for:
Ideally, I'm looking for a girlfriend. Seems simple enough, right?

Now don't get me wrong, I'm not looking to jump right into a relationship (or to "find me a wife!" or something), and certainly not with just anyone - just that I think it would be nice to find something with the possibility of a future.


My hurdle:
"Friends first, and we'll see what happens."

Here's the thing: I do actually want to be friends first, unfortunately I have absolutely no game. I'm just looking for someone willing to really get to know me before deciding whether or not there's dating potential; someone who'll take a chance, and not just stick me in the friend-zone early on (does such a woman exist? )

You never know, I just might surprise you...


Who I am:
The simplest description of my personality is INFP (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/INFP). I'm a geek, reformed nice-guy, and definitely not a "typical male."

I suppose this is where I should tout my qualities - however, sadly I can't sum them up for you with nothing but a cell camera, bathroom mirror and bare torso.

Instead I need to write them out and just hope they come across... well, here they are:
I'm honest (occasionally more than I'd like...), caring, open-minded, romantic, devoted, affectionate, understanding and supportive.

My main interests are in the areas of: computers/technology, music, film, traditional/digital visual art, and design; and while common interests are great, they're certainly not what's most important in the long run.

(Also, I am awesome at Guitar Hero and Rock Band. Yes, that is actually what I'm boasting about!) ;D


Who I'm looking for:
I don't have a "checklist" mentality - anyone who is kind, caring, honest and a good person is worthwhile getting to know. While I have no tolerance for racism/sexism/homophobia or any other prejudice - other than that, I'll answer every message I receive ('cause I'm cool that way)




Footnote:

I'm still mostly taking a break from writing first contact messages - if I've added you to my favourites list, it's because there was something interesting written in your profile that caught my eye, and I'd be interested in getting to know you - I don't do it randomly, or to "collect hotties".

If you're interested in talking, you can send me a brief message (or just add me to favourites), and I'll be sure to get back to you.

We'll meet in a dark alley, each backed by our respective fashion-coordinated, well-choreographed gangs - then we'll tie our left wrists together, and have a knife fight to a funky beat...

Actually that's really more of a second- or third-date activity... maybe just some overpriced caffeinated beverages to start. ;)



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