About Ritters

Ritters is divorced and is seeking females for a casual relationship or a serious relationship.

OK, OK, OK.. so having had a decent break from the dating scene, I've decided it is time to see if my soulmate is out there. Hence, I've been sitting here for a couple of days now trying to work out how to say what I want to say without coming across as either a ranting maniac or as someone with so many issues he's not worth bothering with.

End result?

I'm just going to say it how I see it. My thoughts are that we all only get one chance and I want to have as much time and fun with the right person before my number comes up. So maybe 50% of you will think I'm mad, 40% of you will think I'm a waste of space, but 10% of you might just think "that's for me" out of which one... well you never know your luck.

So here goes;

I'm Andy from Erdington in Birmingham, now single again, aged 59 in March but look and feel younger. I'm a bit like a classic Porsche; sporty and nicely run in, but still with plenty left under the bonnet.

Own home, own car, own business, own pinball table, own teeth.

I'm a fairly average looking guy, no Brad Pitt but no Quasimodo. I'm well built standing at 6 feet 1 tall and weighing in at just over 16 stone, best described as a rugby players build and arguably plenty to get your arms round.

I don't smoke, I'm reasonably intelligent, considerate, reliable, excellent sense of humour, above average fitness always trying to keep myself in good shape but please remember I'm knocking on a bit now so don't go expecting Arnold Schwartzeneger.

I highly value good manners and live by the rule that common courtesy and honesty costs nothing.

I love cooking and walking in the park with my fourteen year old jack russell "Gilbert". I'm partial to a glass of Cava and enjoy a decent port after a good meal. I like evenings out; cinema, theatre, pubs, restaurants. I'm just as happy with an evening in snuggled up on the sofa with a good movie. I like museums and art galleries and tatting about town browsing cookware, antiques and curio shops.

My claims to fame? I was once the Chairman and National Organiser of the United Kingdom Frisbee Disc Association. In that capacity, I appeared once on ATV Today where I discovered I bit my lip when nervous, once on Get Set For Summer where I tried to teach kids to throw a Frisbee through an accuracy hoop with a massive hangover and once on another kids show I can't even remember the name of dressed in a lycra Tron centurion costume that was so tight I looked like Linford Christie. I still look good with a Frisbee on the beach, although that is only my personal opinion.

Whilst not wishing to appear shallow or rude, I'm honest enough to admit that I know what I'm looking for and that there are some golden rules that I always observe.

Firstly, for me there has to be some physical attraction at the outset for any relationship to develop. I know some of you will think I'm stark raving mad. Even though I'm a big fella with arguably average looks, I have a preference with regards body shape. Now as a hopeless male, I asked one of my plutonic lady friends for help here; we worked out that anything up to a size 12 makes me smile. I'm just comfortable with ladies who are average size or smaller. Of Course, tall and slender also floats my boat. Athletic drives me wild. Petite is an ultimate fantasy. I know we are all knocking on a bit now, but I can't help liking what I like. I must apologise to the larger ladies amongst you; you're just not for me. Those that are offended or think me arrogant for speaking my mind, sorry, but we just don't share the same values

I think personality and approachability and being on the same wavelength are just as important, as is a sense of humour, an open mind, a sense of adventure and a willingness to try new things and have fun. Age isn't too much of an issue, although I always regard myself as having a younger mentality and have always related better to ladies younger than myself. To me age is just a number; my father was 20 years older than my mother and they had a fantastic marriage.

Now the trickier one. Sorry, I've never had kids; the simple truth is I never wanted any. So if you're looking for a partner to have children with, sorry it isn't me. Similarly, if you have school age children living at home with you, I'm not sure I could offer the support you might like or even understand the implications; again, I think it's safer to say sorry you're not for me. If your kids are 16 plus or grown up on the other hand, no problem.

So what am I looking for? Basically, someone I can get to know over however long it takes who would hopefully become my long term partner, lover, soul mate, companion, confidante ... but someone to be my equal, someone who has an opinion, someone who wants to contribute to the relationship who I can rely on and trust implicitly and who likewise can rely on and trust me back. I see relationships as give and take. I don't want another taker only.

I will happily marry or not "the one" ... my belief is we would both know if that was the right decision.

What you get, is a man who is genuine, has learned to wear his heart on his sleeve and who will allow you to be who you are without question or criticism. Someone who is honest and faithful. Someone who will go the extra mile to make you laugh and share happiness with you. Someone who isn't frightened to be passionate about love and life. Someone with true character, strength and personality... omg, I think I'll marry myself!!

With regards my pics, sorry I'm just not very photogenic. I look better in the flesh... honest! I won't judge you by your pics as I believe what you see in the flesh and the sparkle of an eye tells you more than a photograph ever can. Incidentally, yes I am a fully qualified massage therapist and some of the pics are of me at work.

Anyway, that's me!! If you're interested, reply and let's see if we hit it off.

Thank you for reading my submission,
I'll keep everything crossed.

Andy

PS ***IMPORTANT***

Previously, when I was looking on here, I was plagued by timewasters, players, gold diggers and wannabe's. So I thought it prudent at this stage to let prospective suitors know my beliefs about dating to save us all a lot of time. Like minded people will agree and not object.

We're really not going to know if we click until we meet. I'm happy to meet in a public place if that is your preference. I'm not into prolonged get to know you e-mails, texts or phone calls before we meet. Also, as a mature adult, I won't become petulant or moody if you decide I'm not the one for you and would hope for the same from anyone I am lucky enough to meet up with.

One final point; I know you ladies get more mail than us guys; that's just the nature of things. Can I ask just one favour however; if I write to you and you're not interested, would you just drop me a "thanks but no thanks" reply. I will respect your decision without argument. It only takes two seconds and us chaps really appreciate it.

I hope nobody minded my rants and openness and it hasn't put the genuine ones off. Better to be honest and up front I say. Ciao.