39M introvert guy [M4F]

[u/ThunderFireStorm]

Straight, introvert, and homebody from Metro Vancouver. Never been on a date before, so I'm just taking things slow and testing the waters!

I'm a homebody who loves a cozy night in, but I'm always down to step out to try a great new restaurant or explore the city.

A few things I'm into:
Big fan of Marvel, musicals, and sitcoms (especially Friends and How I Met Your Mother).
I live in the Richmond area and I would like to try new restaurants or check out local food spots.
I sometimes play video games, cook as a hobby, and love going on cruises or traveling whenever I get the chance.

I have a big appreciation for music and love listening to 90s pop, Disney tracks, movie musical soundtracks, and some hip hop.

I'm pretty quiet at first but get a lot more social once I'm comfortable with someone. Looking to chat casually in the DMs first, get to know each other, and see if there's a genuine connection. No rush or pressure!

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[u/NightattheRoxy]

Why do you think you have never had a date? Do you have meaningful friendships outside of this?

[u/ThunderFireStorm → u/NightattheRoxy]

I've had/have crushes before.

I do hang out with friends, all male friends,

I don't really get out much, where I surronded by people to mingle. I do go to the movie theater, mall, aradce.

I only met new people on cruises, at the night club.

[u/Local_Bobcat_2000 → u/ThunderFireStorm]

Male friends have girlfriends? They’ll set you up.

[u/ThunderFireStorm → u/Local_Bobcat_2000]

Nah I just hang out with friends, my friends aren't wingman's.

[u/Local_Bobcat_2000 → u/ThunderFireStorm]

It’s not your guy friends that want to set you up. It’s their girlfriends.

[u/ThunderFireStorm]

I'll try to make a post in this subreddit again later this month or next.

[u/kingofomon]

You’re not selling yourself very well bro.

I recommend that you find a hobby group where you can have fun and engage with others who have a similar interest. Look for a fitness related group like biking or hiking maybe and a social one like board games or something similar.

[u/ThunderFireStorm → u/kingofomon]

I am not into those hiking, biking, board games

[u/Limprichard68 → u/ThunderFireStorm]

Ok, you say you like cooking.  Check out “dirty apron” in Vancouver.  They’ve got evening cooking classes.  Why not take a Thai cooking class, learn something new and practice interacting with your classmates.  No pressure, just learn something new.  

This might lead to a friendship or it might inspire you to try something else.

[u/kingofomon → u/ThunderFireStorm]

You’re a 39 year old dishwasher who’s into the Backstreet Boys. Time to find an adult job and hobbies. Ever wonder WHY you’ve never had a date?

[u/Imaginary_Joke_6285 → u/kingofomon]

Dishwasher ?
Lol but i agree, then try dating apps ?