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I will admit hesitating to use the word thug because of potential racial overtones.  But when I think of a thug, I see it more as an attitude than a skin color

I will admit hesitating to use the word thug because of potential racial overtones.  But when I think of a thug, I see it more as an attitude than a skin color

I will admit hesitating to use the word thug because of potential racial overtones.  But when I think of a thug, I see it more as an attitude than a skin color

Providers are human. I'm sure there was a level of disappointment and embarrassment on his part as well. Treat them like anyone else you would have had to your house. Respectfully,  and let him leave with dignity, not "paying him to leave." While I've not had this experience,  if that was what you hired him for, i cant imagine would have charged you and just written this one off, and then reevaluated if this was the right line of work for him.

That much is obvious.  Helpful hints:  punctuation and capitalization are your friends.   Using them will make you appear less naive and therefore less likely to be taken advantage of in the future.
 Similarly, avoid hiring a man who does not use punctuation or capitalization in his communication with you.  It shows he is either inexperienced at best or a flake at worst.

I grew up with lots of thuggy latinos and even thuggy asians. There are definitely parts of the country where white guys fit that descriptor too. Eminem comes to mind. And if you read up on the history, it was originally from India. So I'm definitely calling bullshit on this.

I don't think I've heard anyone use the word "goon" for many decades.  I thought "bros" and "homies" were basically positive terms, referencing one's friends, unless they are preceded by another word like "frat bro" which might have a negative connotation depending on one's view of fraternities.  

appreciate you casting shade on my opinion 🙄 There are a couple of relevant facts, 
1) his blond hair is pressed against my face right now and not yours   
2) you’re relying on photographic assessment and not reality. 
And so if you say he’s lying, then you’re saying I am too based on your limited perspective.  And now you suggesting he’s not cute…you’re wrong and he’s angelic and adorable too 
You’ve made your opinion clear.  Thank you.  I disagree and suggest I’m in a better position to draw a conclusion than you.  So, can you let it go please?

 
edited to add.  As of this morning he had many more positive reviews than most RM guys.  I guess that refutes your lying assertion, right?

@JB_Studio38, I live in a small market.  The pickings are slim (or simply stale) and I don’t even look in the local ads.  I suspect that’s what you’re seeing in these markets - clients just aren’t looking.  I focus on traveling with/to regulars or importing talent (usually regulars) to a larger city 100 miles away   
A thought - put some travel location dates out there weeks in advance to see what kind of exposure it gives you.  That way you are catching the occasional searcher like me to see if you get any advance interest.  

At long last, I met C-Dawg today and he is fantastic! Great kisser, oralist, and bottom. A truly beautiful body! He is a keeper!

He shot a text saying he was available with his pic. I told him I've never seen him before could he please delete my number since I didn't want to be contacted. I definitely don't know the guy and have never seen him. His phone number matches up with an ad.
I'm guessing he got upset, claims we had a massage in the past and we took pics together, I'm immediately thinking ok this is one of those scams... "I thought you liked it we have a pic together" ... "Are you married"... "If you want me to forget your number I'll need 100 dollars"... "I'll tell your wife that".  He basically turned into a fake extortion scheme.
So, beware. When he gets offended, he extorts. LOL
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Thank you @MikeBiDude. All good — different opinions make the forum lively, and I’m perfectly fine with the discussion (and observing the rhetorical techniques that some use to deflect from weak arguments)
Just to re-center things: I’ve now spent two full weekends with this young man — one in Palm Springs and one in New Orleans — and my time with him has exceeded expectations each visit. We already had a third weekend planned for Palm Springs (in three months), even before this weekend’s awesome reunion   
He’s been on RM since MAY and (excluding my two) already has NINE 5-star reviews. For anyone assessing what actually matters, these firsthand experiences and consistent ratings speak for themselves.

I completely relate.  I suspect with the apps, you kiss 9 frogs to find a prince. But for me, the prince would also be one who saw something cool in you AND might be a FWB.
I’m new to the apps.  I’ve had 100 or so app “inquiries” (from me or to me) which resulted in five encounters, of which 2 were princes…and I’m neither a spring chicken nor a silver fox (and there are members of this forum who’ve met me and can attest to that 😅)
Don’t make it about your appearance.  Make it about “the package” including experience, respect, nurture, fun loving etc.  Be as fit and energetic as you can be but don’t apologize for what you can’t change.  And see it as an excavation where you’re peeling back layers of mud to find a few diamonds 

Oh I stop then. Hence the "tease" remarks, even after I make clear I don't do anal sex with random hookups.
Now Im starting to sympathize with teenage girls.

Maybe in some cases — but the real question is what you do when that pivot happens. If someone shifts the boundary in person, you either stay or you leave. Your decision in that moment is the only “proof” that matters.

I completely relate.  I suspect with the apps, you kiss 9 frogs to find a prince. But for me, the prince would also be one who saw something cool in you AND might be a FWB.
I’m new to the apps.  I’ve had 100 or so app “inquiries” (from me or to me) which resulted in five encounters, of which 2 were princes…and I’m neither a spring chicken nor a silver fox (and there are members of this forum who’ve met me and can attest to that 😅)
Don’t make it about your appearance.  Make it about “the package” including experience, respect, nurture, fun loving etc.  Be as fit and energetic as you can be but don’t apologize for what you can’t change.  And see it as an excavation where you’re peeling back layers of mud to find a few diamonds 

I should have said “Hey, that’s the VIP section and you’re not on the guest list”

Maybe in some cases — but the real question is what you do when that pivot happens. If someone shifts the boundary in person, you either stay or you leave. Your decision in that moment is the only “proof” that matters.

Thank you @MikeBiDude. All good — different opinions make the forum lively, and I’m perfectly fine with the discussion (and observing the rhetorical techniques that some use to deflect from weak arguments)
Just to re-center things: I’ve now spent two full weekends with this young man — one in Palm Springs and one in New Orleans — and my time with him has exceeded expectations each visit. We already had a third weekend planned for Palm Springs (in three months), even before this weekend’s awesome reunion   
He’s been on RM since MAY and (excluding my two) already has NINE 5-star reviews. For anyone assessing what actually matters, these firsthand experiences and consistent ratings speak for themselves.

Maybe in some cases — but the real question is what you do when that pivot happens. If someone shifts the boundary in person, you either stay or you leave. Your decision in that moment is the only “proof” that matters.

Thank you @MikeBiDude. All good — different opinions make the forum lively, and I’m perfectly fine with the discussion (and observing the rhetorical techniques that some use to deflect from weak arguments)
Just to re-center things: I’ve now spent two full weekends with this young man — one in Palm Springs and one in New Orleans — and my time with him has exceeded expectations each visit. We already had a third weekend planned for Palm Springs (in three months), even before this weekend’s awesome reunion   
He’s been on RM since MAY and (excluding my two) already has NINE 5-star reviews. For anyone assessing what actually matters, these firsthand experiences and consistent ratings speak for themselves.

I’ve noticed that when comparing Seattle with Vancouver, the rates and provider quality of the latter are more appealing. In January, I’ll spend a few nights in Vancouver and indulge.

I’ve pondered the idea of taking a place in Church and Wellesley for a month or two next summer.   This makes a compelling economic case to do so if that “average” price represents a quality experience!

I’ve pondered the idea of taking a place in Church and Wellesley for a month or two next summer.   This makes a compelling economic case to do so if that “average” price represents a quality experience!

Thank you @MikeBiDude. All good — different opinions make the forum lively, and I’m perfectly fine with the discussion (and observing the rhetorical techniques that some use to deflect from weak arguments)
Just to re-center things: I’ve now spent two full weekends with this young man — one in Palm Springs and one in New Orleans — and my time with him has exceeded expectations each visit. We already had a third weekend planned for Palm Springs (in three months), even before this weekend’s awesome reunion   
He’s been on RM since MAY and (excluding my two) already has NINE 5-star reviews. For anyone assessing what actually matters, these firsthand experiences and consistent ratings speak for themselves.