Advice and critique needed

What are you most passionate about?
I'm passionate about a couple of specific interests I've had for most of my life; those are constants. Beyond that, I'm also passionate about current events, people I care about, and whatever relationship I'm in.

Hi folks,
I don't seem to get many responses to my requests for contact and I'm starting to wonder if it's something in my profile that's chasing them away. Any tips or advice would be most welcome.

What are you most passionate about?
I'm passionate about a couple of specific interests I've had for most of my life; those are constants. Beyond that, I'm also passionate about current events, people I care about, and whatever relationship I'm in.
And these are? Kinda makes it seem like you might be embarrassed about them since you're not sharing them. That definitely defeats any idea that you are comfortable in your skin as later claimed in the profile.


What are the THREE things for which you are MOST thankful?
Loving family and friends
My health
A solid if quirky sense of humor
Strike the if before quirky. It implies a little bit of an apology for it.


Other than your parents, who has been the most influential person in your life and why?
I'd have to list my fraternal grandparents. Not only did they play a large role in my childhood (my father was in the Navy overseas until I was around 8 years old, so they babysat a lot), but they were married 59 years and thus a great inspiration to me. They shared everything from basics like food and their home, but they also gave me a life-long love for music, the outdoors, simple pleasures, and a good Packer game.
this seems fine

What is the most important quality that you are looking for in another person?
An easy smile. That one thing can convey everything from love to compassion, from enjoyment to tolerance -- it costs nothing but can be priceless. I also think honesty and having a strong moral code are important -- following the Golden Rule sums it up nicely.
a smile is really the most important quality? I think I'd go with the golden rule over the smile.

Other than your appearance, what is the first thing that people notice about you?I've polled my friends and it's a toss-up between my sharp wit and my passion for those things I enjoy or care about.
OK not too distinctive or memorable though. These questions are poorly worded. I like to think of this question as really asking what's one thing that people will notice right away about you that makes you memorable.

What is the ONE thing that people DON'T notice about you right away that you WISH they WOULD?
Maybe my ability to find simple solutions to some problems that stump others. I tend to "think outside the box."Same with this, except it's one thing that's not so obvious about you that is cute/fun and memorable.


What are five things that you "can't live without?"
A good laugh
A good book
A good conversation
A good walk
A good kiss

Describe the last book that you read and enjoyed. What was it about? What did you like most about it?
I know it's just a list, but it could be more distinctive and interesting.
"The Lost City of Z" It's about obsession--both the author's and that of his subjects--regarding exploring the Amazon. It ranges in time from the earliest conquistadors to his own attempt to trek through the jungle, but mainly focuses on one of the most famous explorers to disappear without a trace, and those who suffered a similar fate in trying to find out what happened to him. It's well-written, well-researched, and draws you into that same obsession in wanting to know JUST WHAT HAPPENED. It's a mix of history, archaeology, anthropology, and adventure--it's Indiana Jones in a book.
Tell us less about the book and more about why you liked it.


Is there any additional information you would like your matches to know about you?
What you see is what you get with me. I don't enjoy head games and don't pretend to be someone I'm not--I'm comfortable with who I am at this point in my life. I'm seeking a mature relationship that allows both of us to be ourselves, together. I'm a bit of a geek because I love history, movies, aquariums, Packer games, and current events, so I'd love to find someone who shares at least one of those interests.
Usually I wouldn't say this type of thing is good in a profile, too much like saying I've been through a bad experience once, but this seems OK actually the way you've done it. It comes off more as reassurance to the match that you're serious. So it seems OK to me, but I'm not a guy. It'd be nice to get some guy opinions on it.


How do you typically spend your leisure time?
I love reading, writing, movies, keeping up with current events, spending time with friends, long walks and other outdoor activities like camping, hiking, biking, and day-trips to new places. I also love traveling, but the budget's been too tight lately to do much of that.