Hi, I am an attractive active male seeking an active female. I am a 53 year old retired Marine working for a fitness equipment manufacturer as the service manager (legendfitness.com). I am a Christian man that is compassionate and affectionate. I am seeking a Christ following lady of slender or athletic build that is physically fit, healthy, and mentally stable. If your not healed from your last relationship, please don't use me as your rebound board.

Ladies, if us "good guys" are somewhat hesitant it is because there are so many game players on this site. Driving 50 or 100 miles for a "no show" isn't cool. Some like to string you along. After making a couple of meeting arrangements and you can't make the time, it is pretty evident you are not interested, why not say so!!! Now that I have said that, they will all contact me for the challenge. That's cool, I will be able to hone my discernment skills.

I know women like romance, I do too. The problem is going to far with the intimacy. I like holding hands and kissing, if it does not lead to sex, and only after we have gotten to know each other some. I want to be pleasing and obedient to God. Sex before marriage isn't it.

I am very active in and a member of my church, I sing in the choir and assist in teaching four year olds the second hour. I am in a mens (married & single) community group. Check it out: "corrytonchurch.com".

I am very honest and will tell you the truth, please do the same with me. Even if you say, "I am not interested in you", that is cool. I'm a big boy, I'll be sad for a minute, then I'll get over it. I realize we are not all attractive to each other.

I am an adventurous man that likes to be active. Don't get me wrong, I can watch a good movie, tv show, football, etc. but not constantly, all the time.

I have a grandson, Malachai, four years old, that I spend lots of time with. His dad died one week after he was born and I am a prominent Christ following male figure in his life. I feel it is a blessing and a wonderful call to mentor this young boy. Don't be discouraged, I can still manage my time to be alone, without Malachai, with a person of interest. Person of interest, ha, sounds like the cops.

I live in a subdivision off Emory road in Halls. I am very easy going and flexible. I can be spontaneous at times. I don't like deceit and am not good at reading hints. Please be straight forward.

For those women looking for affluent, prestigious, prominent men, that's not me. I like stuff to a degree but, I am not materialistic. I can live happily without it. That might help you decide about meeting.

For those looking for gorgeous men, well, as you can see by my several recent photos, that's not me, either. Don't get me wrong, I don't have esteem problems. I consider myself handsome and, I also know, there are many men better looking than me. Did I mention I have a humble spirit. My philosophy; It will ALL be alright.

**********For those active persons in Knoxville or close to, a bunch of us single (some dating,some married) people get together for some competitive volleyball on Friday nights. We meet at Church Street Methodist church, downtown Knoxville, at 6:30 pm and play 'till 9 or 9:30 pm. We sometimes get a bite to eat and socialize afterwards. We have a blast cuttin' up and bantering with each other. Come join in the fun. All you have to do is show up.**********

In closing, it will be exciting to meet those that are interested.
Take care, John