ericwinters

I replied with a hahahahha when he said he charges 800/hr and then was promptly blocked by him . 

I reached out. I was shocked he is at 550/hr. I should have looked here first.

This sets up a awkward situation.  Everyone remains on the clock in reality.  People say and do things that may be inappropriate.  As an employer, I would avoid this like the plague.  

I’ve known teams who have worked together for years who opted for such an arrangement in really attractive cities but not because a top down mandate.
The idea is only as good as the lowest common denominator on the team.  One awkward or negative member will make this a disaster.
I don’t think it’s a terrible idea, but requires a unique circumstance to work.  The fact that you’re even asking with implied apprehension indicates this isn’t the circumstance.

Hummmm.......It does look a lot like some of those AI pics we run across from time to time. Otherwise those are photos that look heavily air brushed.

I agree with @Lotus-eater
However, it may be easier to say something like… You know, I think we all value our private time at the end of the day and while we could spend hours together or even hotel rooms in the same hotel it’d be nice too get some unbridled privacy at the end of the each day. 

To seal the deal, I would likely go in with some numbers if that’s what he’s focused on… I house will cost X and hotel rooms will cost Y. Depending on the hotel you find you could likely get some meals, cocktails, or happy hour included.

I would probably quit. I know that sounds flip, but, seriously, I probably would. Team-building? Please. Take the money and give me a bonus or a raise. Don’t force me to “bond” with my co-workers over 5 days in Orlando during hurricane season. Or wherever. 

Bad idea. Being stuck in the same condo together causes all sorts of problems: increased sexual harassment risk (the employer would be liable since the condo is now a worksite); medical conditions, religious practices, or simply psychological comfort that require privacy; the need for peace and quiet for adequate rest (being on the clock 24/7 is arguably a labor law violation). I would send the boss an email outlining these concerns to get him to reconsider.

Any feedback on Kevin? 

If I feel I'm being followed, I cross the street. But that's just me; I'm naturally suspicious of anyone who finds me interesting.

I noticed someone brand‑new followed me but didn’t react to any posts or send a message. I find that a bit strange. Usually when someone follows, there’s at least a reaction or a quick hello.
Curious if anyone else finds that kind of behavior odd or a little skeptical. Thanks.

He's great. Handsome, small frame and very friendly. I've seen him multiple times. 

I am going with the tattoos as the but of his response and it is likely you surmised that.  Not tattoo fan but if the body is hot enough, I can overlook them.  This body, not hot enough to overlook all those tattoos for me.  Others who enjoy cave drawings on their men,  have fun.  

I am seeing posts on my Instagram feed too and some of them appear to be using older men;  it's similar to posts I've seen for straight young people; I always hesitate to go to gay bars but this could be a better alternative; if someone goes to one, keep us posted, please

Any intel on this new guy in Dallas?
https://rent.men/Charleswilson

Bumping. I, too, am curious about others’ experiences with Mingleo. It sounds like a cool idea, but since the ads I’ve seen have featured conventionally attractive guys in their 30s (and maybe early 40s), I wonder how different (if at all) it is from looks-based hook up apps.

Hey all — I’ve had my eye on this guy for a while. He’s definitely into that leather‑pants vibe. Anyone have first‑hand experience with Dave
http://rentmen.eu/DaveStryker/

Yep. See my post up thread from yesterday. 

Has anybody met up with this guy? I've been trying, but it's very difficult to communicate from my experience.
https://rentmen.eu/gettingbi

I'm trying to determine that for myself. 😆 

Imagine that ... LOL

Imagine that ... LOL

Lol... and be an HSA eligible expense. 

About 4 years back I was watching some random award wining LGBT movie. While watching I felt it was kind of ok, not too good not too bad either, I was kind of fwd it a bit here and there ... and when it was around 80% done, one of the guy said a line and I had to pause, this is the line I said many many years ago .... and I started to cry with tears, I never cry ... I didn't cry over divorce and a ton of other things but there was a pain I never knew in my heart and I cried  ... there was ton of memories I had never visited buried in a grave yard of years  .... afterwards I cried for days, weeks and kid you not for 3-4 months 
I realized movie had a lot of overlap with my childhood story. I remember seeing my that friend first time I had a huge crush on, even when I hadn't spoken to him by then, we were probably 5-6 years old, I met him in our local neighborhood where he temp moved in .. and after few days he was in my school and in the same class, after 2 years or so we were in the same neighborhood and our houses were close by. Once I moved near his place we were inseparable. We would go to school together, come home together, eat at either one of our homes lunch and dinner, do home work together, play sports together, everyday starting age 8 till we turned 14. Now I feel he had a huge crush on me as well. He will imitate everything I do, would stare at me occasionally and always show huge affection towards me. I was kind of nonchalant back then. 
As we were growing up, things started to change fast,  one fine day he got really mad at me for calling some random girl he was pretending to have a huge crush on some normal nick name. He showed macho moves and that fight surprisingly ended things then and there. During that fight he called me names and said never to talk to him. When I reflect back he was immature in many ways during our growing up time as well.
After school we went to different colleges, never bumped into each other except at one event, our families knew each other very well, college started, he went to a different country, I got his # and called him up one night after many years, we spoke for few min but things were not the same. Ultimately I moved to the same country. A long time ago I was in a subway, and I felt the person in the cart must be him, by that time we were in our early 20s. I was staring at him, called his name in a low tone the person remaind quiet, and ultimately a stop came he disembark but did look back. I did Google afterwards and it seemed he did graduate from the school the subway he stepped out at.
I bumped into his sister after few years, she took my #, according to her he had visited her # of times, and he was planning to visit again, but he never bothered to reach out. He is married with kids and so do I.
I am a totally different person now, the time and life experiences have surely changed me. I am not sure why I cried for those few months either remembering pure friendship for the one who was also close to heart, or it is the loneliness I find myself in these days. I was also sad thinking if we would have remained friends life would have been alot different then what is now for sure. All my childhood friends knew how close we were & if I ever meet anyone they would surely ask if I am in touch with him, as everyone was also surprised we never connected after that stupid fight.
I some times dream of him us talking, I also think what would I do if we bump into each other, if he rings my home bell. I remember his hands, his face so well after so many years.His sister has moved out, he lives on a different coast, our lives might never intersect. Many years back, after meeting his sister one of his parents called me out of blue and we spoke for half an hour or so. We still have some lose common connections, can get our #s with little to no effort. I feel I have tried reaching out a few times, added him to FB, when FB just started hoping to remain intouch but ultimately he removed me from his list or doesn't use FB any more... 
Movie rekindled old memories of around 8 years we were together almost each day ... everything happens due to a reason .... somehow there is a hole in my heart, probably there shouldn't be one.
People can be unbelievable cruel
 
 

Probably all of those silly tattoos...my opinion only, some love the ink.