I live in Stourbridge which is a small town in the West Midlands, about 16 miles from Birmingham and 100 miles from London. I was born in Manchester in 1947 but moved to Birmingham when I married in 1968.
I am divorced and live alone. In May 2009 I retired from from a long and rewarding career in social work. Although I loved my work I am finding retirement wonderful. Have had a great summer.
My hobbies include skiing, hill walking, travel, cycling, jogging and swimming.
Have recently joined a swimming class to improve my technique and a calligraphy course.
Ideally need to lose two stone but would be happy with one.