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To wonder if you would consider him a good catch?

197 replies

Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:23

No driving licence
Has been living at home for years, has a decent deposit but apparently there's 'nothing on the market ' yet
Earns just over min wage- said he's happy where he is ATM, applied for 1 promotion then gave up
Refuses to do overtime to earn any more
No particular hobbies outside of the usual footy, going for food etc.
Said he couldn't be bothered to learn another language, even just a few words
No particular skills or talents
I'd say he's fairly nice but not lovely, he's one of those who's good at acting friendly and being polite but he's not the most honest of people and wouldn't go out of his way for you, but he's not nasty or aggressive at all
I'd say he is ok ish looking, wouldn't consider handsome at all

You're probably thinking what on earth is the point of this thread, but if you read this list would you think 'id go for someone like that', or 'I can do better'?

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Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:25

He's 31

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AlanBrendaCelia · 30/05/2024 20:26

Not for me, thanks. He’s got no “oomph” about him.

Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:26

Forgot, doesn't really do any exercise/sports. Not overweight at all but just doesn't have an interest in fitness

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StarbucksQueen1 · 30/05/2024 20:27

Erm no thank you! There are NO redeeming qualities! You’d have to be very desperate!

WhatOnGodsGreenEarth · 30/05/2024 20:27

It’s a no from me.

Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:27

Oh and single 6 years

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MrsTerryPratchett · 30/05/2024 20:28

Said he couldn't be bothered to learn another language, even just a few words

Not a chance. That speaks to a level of disinterest about the world and/or disrespect to other cultures that give me the permanent ick.

haveacampaccuccuonme · 30/05/2024 20:28

Nah.

He sounds incredibly dull and unmotivated.

What on earth would you do all day? Very boring and skint times ahead if you settle for this.

MissConductUS · 30/05/2024 20:28

Thanks, but no, I don't see the point. He sounds like a cocklodger in waiting.

MrsTerryPratchett · 30/05/2024 20:28

Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:27

Oh and single 6 years

Unsurprising.

Who is this God amongst men?

EverybodyLTB · 30/05/2024 20:29

He sounds massively off putting and not capable of being anyone’s partner. He thinks not much, does not much, contributes not much. What’s the point - OP please tell me you’re not wasting your time on someone who’s “not lovely”

thaisweetchill · 30/05/2024 20:29

Why are you asking?

RickyGervaislovesdogs · 30/05/2024 20:30

“he's not the most honest of people”.

This would bother me the most.

OnlyFoolsnMothers · 30/05/2024 20:31

lost me at no driving license- I’m no man’s Uber

BluPeony · 30/05/2024 20:31

Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:26

Forgot, doesn't really do any exercise/sports. Not overweight at all but just doesn't have an interest in fitness

So probably very little stamina then? 🫣

Frozenblox · 30/05/2024 20:31

Living with parents at 31 is a big no from
me

MoroccoMole · 30/05/2024 20:31

I suppose it depends what you're bringing to the table?

MummyCushion · 30/05/2024 20:32

Do you really have to ask? You've not painted the prettiest picture of him. Who is looking for an unmotivated, unambitious, dishonest 31 year old who lives with his mum and dad? Form an orderly queue ladies!

DeedlessIndeed · 30/05/2024 20:32

I would say, male or female, this doesn't make the most attractive partner.

I think a surprisingly high number of people fall into this category though!

OvernightOatsAgain · 30/05/2024 20:33

A big fat no from me. He sounds boring and un-motivated. Do you really want to spend your time with someone like that? (Unless you match all of the above yourself and feel you're soul mates?).

Gogogo12345 · 30/05/2024 20:33

Living with mummy and not being able to drive? Just no. The job thing not an issue

EveryOtherNameTaken · 30/05/2024 20:33

No. He's not living life enough. You'd get so bored and frustrated with him very quickly.

RaininSummer · 30/05/2024 20:33

He sounds rather dull and quite lazy in a way.

Twix33 · 30/05/2024 20:33

He's travelled to an interesting country or two, does that count?

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Churchview · 30/05/2024 20:33

It would be hard for him to sound any more lackluster.

I'm getting the impression he smells of dirty sofa and rarely changes his pants.

The "he's not the most honest of people and wouldn't go out of his way for you" was the death knell.

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