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This situation is a mirror image of the age shaving "phenomenon," except that one is inflated whereas the other is deflated.

What is the definition of average-sized though? Is it based on sociological statistics or is it a personalized standard?

On my Windows / desktop computer, I have to click on the video, then blow it up to full-screen mode (upper right hand corner button), then the volume button is on the lower left hand corner. Yes, it is defaulted to mute, so you have to unmute it first. I guess the setup is different, depending on which browser / OS you're using.

I totally agree. The finale, as well as the entire series, is decent. It is a bit too "positive" and politically correct for my taste though. There are too many heart-warming and feel-good closures, so much so that I don't even know how the writer can continue with a season 2. Did I miss something? Are there any cliffhangers or loose ends? Regardless, I'll probably watch S2 when it's released, which will likely be in 2026 or 2027. Like I said previously, despite my encouragements, many of my friends drop off after the first few episodes, all complaining that the story is too slow and too quiet. Nowadays, viewers need to be sucked in right from the get-go; otherwise, they'll move on to other options since there are so, so, so many alternatives on the streaming market. I hope S2 won't repeat the same pitfalls. I'll give the series a B/B+ rating overall.

I am fully aware that my I-don’t-know response is childish, unproductive, and toxic. Thank you to @purplekow, @Simon Suraci, and @jackcali for your suggestions. I will keep them in mind and be a more responsible person in the future. Ironically though, it seems like all of the providers that I have met understand me way better than I understand myself. They can deliver & perform miraculously without any explicit directions from me. Regardless, I do see why I need to be more vocal. Some of the ideas in this thread, albeit wild, are rather tantalizing.

Absolutely! I may be old-school, but that initial reply builds the foundation of first impression. You probably won't be rude to the hiring manager or recruiter who contacts you to set up an appointment for a job interview, or will you?

I'm still at the "infant/toddler" stage of this hobby. So I am currently at that early phase described by @purplekow and @soloyo215 above. More than once, the providers would ask me, "What do you want to do?" 10 times out of 10, my response was, "I don't know," which would be followed by a 5-second deadly awkward silence from both parties. Then, I would say, "Why don't you just do what you normally do or what you think I would want to do?" I know this is really stupid on my part, but I genuinely do not know what I want. I just hope I can evolve faster.

I'll have to agree that was quite a bonkers scene.

From a provider’s perspective, listing “daddy” as his “into” is a smart marketing strategy because it can easily be assumed that most clients are middle-aged to advance-aged (therefore, daddies). So he’s preaching to the right audience by saying that he’s interested in the right targets. Plus, common logic dictates that daddies usually fall into the “wealthier” category. Whether or not wealthier people are more generous is never a guarantee, but I bet it doesn’t hurt to appeal to those who tend to have more $$$. From a client’s perspective (I can only speak for myself), I do have a penchant for daddies as well — daddies not necessarily in terms of age, but mental and emotional maturity. I have always been drawn to boys/men who are slightly older than me ever since I was a child. Although some may consider me a daddy (age-wise), I crave for that feeling of security and protection — that I can let go of everything, drop the pretense and façade, unleash my inner child, and depend on that other person to take care of me, if just for a few moments in my life. Contrary to common (mis)assumptions, I don’t have daddy issues. In fact, my late father was a very loving, caring figure who had never been absent from my life. Thus, Freudian theories probably won’t be able to explain my personal desires.

"Which is the best AHS season?" is an eternal debate. I feel it's a matter of taste. To me, the earlier seasons are most memorable. My favorite is season 2 (asylum), followed closely by season 1 (murder house) and then season 8 (apocalypse). I like the OG actors/actresses.

The quality of the series, as well as my interest in it, has drastically declined after Apocalypse largely because the storytelling has become super sloppy and the actors/actresses have been quite disappointing. Now, with the return of almost all of the OG core players of the show, along with the recurring witchcraft / murder house / Antichrist themes, my hope is somewhat reignited for S13. If anything, I wish this will be the last season and please just wrap everything up nicely and end the series with a bang. A note regarding Ariana Grande: she is certainly an unexpected addition to the show. Can it possibly be another witch role after G(a)linda? Is there a typecasting trend here?

@ThrowawayAccount: your encounter deserves sympathy and empathy. Just out of curiosity though, what were your expectations from that meeting? Did you communicate those expectations with him beforehand? A picture is worth a thousand words. His pictures seem to be in alignment with his RM profile descriptions, which were more or less reflective of your experience. Unfortunately, this book can be judged by its cover. I hope you will recover from this horrendous experience soon.

I can't agree more with all those who express hatred/disgust/annoyance towards phone (voice) calls. It's intrusive to say the least. Phone/Voice call is like showing up at someone's home, ringing the doorbell without prior notice. It demands the receiver's immediately attention. In a way, the caller violently forces the receiver to drop everything he's doing and re-prioritize his daily tasks. It's not any different from cutting in line in a grocery store. Of course, there are exceptions to the rule (e.g. a true emergency such as 911). Otherwise, as others have pointed out already, isn't it more polite to send a text to make a phone/voice call appointment in advance?

Wow??? 15 minutes?????? You are exceedingly generous. That's a quarter of your hourly work. I'm not sure what your rate is, but I assume -- based on typical NYC rates -- it will come close to $100, right? I just don't quite understand why people have zero respect for the concept of opportunity cost. Didn't we all learn that in elementary school?

Given the context of the interaction, this safe word may not be too safe. There are plenty of opportunities to (mis)construe it as an invitation rather than a cease and desist. After all, it consists of ”top,” ”pit,” ”ass,” and ”hole” -- if you know what I mean. 🤭

This is not descriptive enough. 217 can be pure muscle mass or "something else"...... 🤪

Yes, "peer reviews" should be conducted in the utopian world, but in reality, they are not necessarily completed in all cases and they are not necessarily useful either. You have to put a lot of faith and trust in someone whose identity is covered / under disguise. For instance, I won't be too surprised if you tell me there are providers here on CoM who have multiple aliases/accounts to post positive reviews of themselves (as clients so as to bolster their profiles). The same can very well be true on RM. This issue has been discussed ad nauseam on this forum. Just imagine how ridiculous this scenario can be: a prospective client is contacting another "fake" client (who is actually the provider of interest) to discuss the hiring experience......

I came across this product when surfing the internet aimlessly the other day: https://peachymen.com/ It sounds magical and too good to be true. Has anyone tried it? If so, do you have any info and/or personal experiences to share?

Q: How do you balance/maintain your personal romantic relationship(s)? How do you separate (sex) work from real-life (sex) situations? How do your real-life romantic partners feel about your work? I believe if anyone seriously invests the time and energy in studying the countless topics here in CoM, he can probably write a nonfiction, how-to book about the various aspects of sex work, from both the providers' and clients' viewpoints. For the creative type, he can even fictionalize all the discussions found on CoM. CoM is truly a not-so-hidden treasure chest.

Same here. Is this available somewhere?

Here are my criteria, most of which are subjective and not objectively measurable on RM profiles. So it requires some independent research on my part. Disclaimer: these are my personal preferences only. There are no right-or-wrong answers. Please don’t judge/criticize me. 1. Age — psychologically & emotionally (not necessarily physiologically) at least 35, but as close to my own age as possible, +/- 5 years standard deviation. This facilitates my imagination of a “real” BFE. I’m aiming for maturity. I’m looking for someone to take care of me; I’m not at all interested in babysitting because there is too much of that already in the real world. 2. Gay >>>>>>>>>> Bi. Straight is a hard stop. I know all providers are acting on the job, but GFP is just way too much acting. 3. Athletic to muscular build — the key is proportion though. A bulky chihuahua and a stick-figure giraffe are equally unappealing. 4. Conversational skills — see criterion #1 above. I typically book 2-hour appointments. The ability to sustain a decent adult dialogue is crucial. Nothing kills the mood faster than awkward dead air. 5. Personality — warm, approachable, and mild-tempered. Strangely enough, I find providers who are simultaneously angelic and devilish (in words and/or in action) utterly irresistible. 6. Race/Ethnicity — I know this is a borderline taboo subject, but I prefer a provider who is NOT of my race/ethnicity. I want someone different from me. Unfamiliarity is exhilarating and enticing. 7. No tattoo — it is a distraction. Why would you add graffiti to an otherwise perfectly sculpted piece of artwork?

I'm always intrigued by the possibilities behind the definitions of "average" vs "well-endowed." I understand everyone has a personal standard for length and girth. Would you mind sharing your preferences @Alabastrine @Muscleking?

Episode 6 is what I have been waiting for all along. Although the plots and subplots are somewhat predictable, the acting is superb. I'm impressed by the supporting and side characters too! I didn't expect the stories to carry so much emotion. However, for the series to peak at the penultimate episode, is it too little too late? By now, I'm afraid a lot of audience have lost interests and given up already. Judging from the previews of the finale, it seems like the last episode will simply be a frantic wrap-up of all the loose ends. I hope I am wrong.

That’s a very perplexing encounter. I’m not trying to be judgmental or cynical here, but have you considered that he might have an ulterior motive in touring your home? Were there any valuables on display? Did he seem like he was taking mental pictures of your floor plan? Again, I may be overly pessimistic and cautious; however, has it crossed your mind that you may need to heighten your home security measures as a result of his visit?

It’s not so much about lust/desire; it’s more about timing/convenience. Most people work during daytime. For me, work and its associated stress are the biggest boner-killer. It’s more favorable to have fun with a work-free mindset. Therefore, late afternoon / night / weekend / vacation hours are more optimal. Of course, the client’s fun time is the provider’s work time. This conflict partially explains the mismatch between the clients’ and providers’ wishes in terms of appointment time.