ApexNomad

Most jobs with true impact tend to be valued far less than they should be.

I’m sorry you feel that way. (My previous comment was a failed attempt at humor.)

I’m impressed that your 12-year-old cousin knew who Tom Selleck was—that was peak Tom Selleck. I remember a scene in Three Men and a Baby where he’s running around in gray sweatpants. I should’ve been focused on the whole drug plot or whatever was going on with the baby, but all I could look at was his crotch in those pants.

Do you feel like you’re being taken for granted?

I don’t know if I could work with you if you willingly showed me a creepy Bicentennial Man photo.

Instead of reading my résumé, maybe I’ll just have to show you my skills instead.

Still no word from the solar panel guy?

On the surface, this reads as a positive review, but when you break it down, there’s something unsettling about it. You clearly said you wanted to stop, which is a boundary. Instead of fully respecting that without hesitation, the provider made a comment about your body that, while flattering, also put some pressure on you to continue. What stands out to me is that you ultimately went along with it and enjoyed the experience, which I’m glad for! But that doesn’t change the fact that your initial stop wasn’t fully honored before the provider pushed forward with their own desire. Even if it turned out fine for you, it sets a precedent that might not be okay for someone else who wasn’t as easily reassured.

I’m just going by what you wrote and wanted to clarify to better understand your viewpoint. Personally, I love when my top cums—there’s nothing more satisfying for me, especially as a bottom. But I also know that doesn’t always happen, for a variety of reasons. How that’s communicated by the provider is really important. As someone who mostly books in the evening or at night, I know a top cumming is never a guarantee—being the last client doesn’t mean it will happen either. Nothing is! A good session should be about chemistry, connection, and how you feel in the moment. I’ve had a top apologize for not being able to finish, but he checked in on me every step of the way—attentive, caring, and giving me everything else I needed. He made sure I came, was rock hard the entire time, and even asked if I was up for round two. My ass couldn’t take another round, but man the effort was definitely there! That’s not always the case, but for me, that kind of connection makes all the difference.

If you don’t actually care whether the provider climaxes, then what makes the experience feel lesser to you?

That dorsal vein!!!

Agreed! This is why you bring in an Oscar winner. Great scene!

My takeaways from episode 5 too.

Kraven made a lot of “top” critics’ picks? It holds a 16% on Rotten Tomatoes. Maybe the critics were just confused and hoped Aaron would top them instead. (I don’t blame them.)

These limited runs with major stars certainly drive up ticket prices, but when done right, they create truly electric theater. This model has been around for a long time, but at what point does it become unsustainable for Broadway’s future? I don’t know. What I do know is that it often comes at the expense of original works and younger audiences who are priced out of live theater. There’s nothing wrong with a classic, but new plays and musicals frequently struggle to compete. I recently saw Good Night, and Good Luck on Broadway with George Clooney, and while he was excellent, I was especially impressed by Clark Gregg’s portrayal of Don Hollenbeck. He really brought a quiet intensity to the role. Ilana Glazer, too, added a surprising depth to her character, Shirley Wershba, and her performance was a standout. The production had a crackling energy that made the story feel urgent and alive. Was it worth what I paid? Like most things, it’s all relative.

I’m sorry that you see yourself that way. Life shapes us in all kinds of ways, some harder than others. Being hurt doesn’t mean you’re broken beyond repair. You still deserve kindness—including from yourself. I wish you much happiness and peace.

I agree. I also adore Hannah and would watch her in anything.

Wow, that last paragraph really hit me. It makes me sad to hear you feel that way about yourself Mo because you don’t deserve to feel inferior to anyone. I get that upbringing and society can really ingrain those beliefs, but you are not less than. You don’t deserve to be degraded to feel something. I hope, if nothing else, you can start to see your own worth, even if it takes time. You matter.

I love this position—there’s something insanely hot about it. Especially when the top is wearing nothing but sneakers, digging in for leverage as he drives deep. And if he’s rocking a backward baseball cap? Even better.

I thought Season 3 was the weakest of all the seasons. It had its moments, but overall, it lacked the charm and direction of the first two. They recently announced a Season 4—maybe as a way to course-correct after the lukewarm reception to how they wrapped up the series?

I’d go only if Bozo holds me at night while I sleep.

They’re smart. You’re right!

Amankila is stunning. They should film the next season of The White Lotus there.

One of my favorites. Nothing quite like that desert silence at sunrise—did you do the Via Ferrata? That Scarfes Bar negroni hits differently after a long day. Hope you get a chance to unwind next month. Are you seeing Abba voyage again? The Aman Tokyo lobby is a masterpiece of minimalist elegance. The views are breathtaking.

Thank you floor mirror!