I strive to be an open-minded and thoughtful person who readily listens to different opinions and outlooks; I always long for deeper connections to develop but I am also very happy to spend time in lighthearted socialising, with a great enthusiasm for food and wine, dancing, playing games. Being outside is a natural way of life for me - I work as a gardener and feel good when out walking, cycling, swimming, skiing - although I am far from being fast, able or talented in any of these. Reading, mostly modern literary fiction, is fun and inspiring, and I need a few on the shelf at all times!