Joelbarish, 43

I am a shy extrovert and would describe myself as transfeminine--I feel more comfortable adopting more traditionally feminine qualities and don't personally like most norms typically associated with masculinity. That said, I love being a caretaker for the women in my life, being their rock and providing emotional support in times of need. I'm looking to meet shy women who understand and accept and appreciate me for who I am, either as a friend or as a potential long-term relationship partner. All of my friends growing up in high school and college were women.I would like to find people nearby with any shared interests to hang out with. My interests are: indie rock/folk/classic rock and related music genres, classic/foreign films (especially French ones!), reef aquariums, artistic expression of any kind (I do a type of theatrical performance as a passion project), or the psychology of social dynamics. I am financially and emotionally secure and my health is in good order, but I'm a bit lonely, tbh, and would like to get this area of my life sorted. If you think you and I would get along romantically, please reach out no matter how far away you are. I am ok with long-distance dating for awhile if its with the right person. I'd also be happy to help a partner raise their child from an earlier relationship, if that's your situation. That goes for friends, too. Maybe we could plan a trip to Coachella or Pitchfork Fest, or a vacation together, if you'd be into that sort of thing.