Sardonic Literature Student and Political Junkie

Ah, what to say about myself? I’m 26, and having spent most of my life in big cities in the northeast (Boston, New York), I now reside in Big Texas—I've been here a year, but it still feels new. It’s weird to drive for 8 hours and still be in the same state. I came here to start grad school (I’m working on a PhD in Brit lit) and so far, I’m loving the sun, the pools, the margaritas—although I must admit that the gun-rack ads on TV are a little scary. However, aside from the people in my program (who are great), I haven’t gotten a chance to descend from the ivory tower and meet the locals. And as much as I get off on talking about the structure of the Victorian novel for hours and hours, it’s also nice to spend time with a more diverse crowd. On the more general “personality level,” I would consider myself fun and outgoing, and though I’m prone to sarcasm, I’m never out to hurt anyone’s feelings. I'm quiet for a while, but good luck shutting me up after a few drinks. I'm happy going out or staying home, but I'd rather play darts in a pub than dance to techno. Loyalty is my self-proclaimed greatest asset, and self-righteousness my biggest pet peeve. Whatever you want to know, just ask. Looking For: Intelligence is the most important thing—you have to have something to say and the ability to say it lucidly. I’m looking for someone who likes to go out and have fun, but not ALL the time (I like my hours parked on the couch as well). Someone who’s willing to talk and to listen, to cook with me and dance in my living room, someone who isn’t distant but is still willing to give me the space I need (since I have lots and LOTS of work to do). A wicked sense of humor doesn’t hurt either.