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30 years ago on a drive back to LA from Vegas, our group was desperate for food, so we stopped at Whiskey Pete's to check out the lunch buffet. The menu (white plastic letters snapped into black velvet board) listed COG AU VIN because this was the casino with nickel slots that couldn't afford to offend anyone. Except by serving the actual dish they were referring to: It wasn't Vin, it wasn't Cog and it definitely wasn't Cock.

My goodness, it seems like you overlooked The Listmaker. (He shows up in the hot spaces to take notes on everything he sees for a crime drama he's writing, set in a spa, not a bathhouse) 🥵🤣

I live in LA and had the good fortune to get in early with a gay-owned Medical practice at the forefront of latest treatments, was in clinical trials thru them for 3 different Protease Inhibitors before the first was approved. Early intervention is key, and genotyping continues to improve, and insurance-covered access probably depends on the commitment of your doctor to turn a blood draw into a plan of attack after a couple of tests confirm presence of the virus. On behalf those of us old tarts remaining, who were still unabashed in our pleasure-pursuits in the early 80's we salute the scientists and activists and caregivers who fought an uphill battle to keep us alive. Prevention is still best.

The huge array of factors among individuals in how the immune system responds to viral invasion is always being studied. Self-reporting on family histories likely impacts accuracy, especially with this virus. Although, if pediatric brain cancer can be on the research chopping block, we're never sure that HIV/AIDS will have continued funding as more smart questions about natural resistance come forward. I've been poz for 40yrs now, on effective meds (including a number of clinical trials in the 90's that led to the "cocktail" that made the difference for thousands of us) and whether it's been Rx intervention, genetic predisposition, or being breast-fed, or whatever... the load is undetectable, T4 high, I never had an opportunistic infection or facial wasting. My doc has no particular explanation for my personal success living with it. The Fuckin' Lucky Club may hold the only answer.

When you're a young adult bitching about everything it's easy to bond with other malcontents with similar frustrations. But common joys in sports, music, games, movies and the pursuit of love take over the bitching to form friendships. Then for decades, the commonality of having children becomes the driver of bonds, with parents mutually bitching about their kids. No kids? No joyful interests? All that's left is bitching. It's harder as we age, but if we find even one common joy with someone else, it can be the springboard for the broader conversation we need to sort friends from acquaintances. Effort is the key for me.

Especially the first time with a masseur, I prefer focusing on breathing, and listening to my body's response to his touch and energy flow. This provides a less clouded assessment on his skills and intuition, without the visual stimulation of his perfect ass fooling me into thinking he's better than he is. I'm an outlier among clients, i imagine. I hire massage for the massage. if I want more, I hire from listings offering more and am willing to pay more.

Bayless another great teacher!

I see them as artwork. If the living canvas is hot, then the paint applied will be too. When my adulthood arrived, ink was absolutely not the norm, and now it is. Some are breathtaking in proportion and execution. But remember, most canvases are still prone to sagging.

I remember the campus-wide mania for this brand new, radical show in my second year of college, which was in the same time zone as NY, and I saw it live for the first five of 50 years... jeez. Some contract players who got Star careers started there still do excellent work today. Others have faded, some disappeared, some died too soon. Some got weird. It's show biz. Most episodes now, I use the >> button a lot. I'm surprised that with the fleeting nature of fresh comedy, the network hasn't moved Lorne aside for someone younger.

Getting frustrated by people showing me lists. 😎

Since 2020 - even before that, really - we've always watched a lot of cooking demos - on networks, streaming, socials, YT - they're a staple of my entertainment consumption. Some episodes/recipes validate tricks or techniques already in my repertoire, but more open my eyes to a specific combo of flavors or textures or a new sequence of prep, cooking, or presentation. ATK has proven itself reliable - I'm a food science nerd, I guess. They give well-researched results and explain why particular methods consistently work better than others. Now let me get back to my Fritos.

Change what you will, Downton will always remain the same. To wit, turn down an offer from Thomas Barrow, and you'll risk being fired, or winding up dead and dragged back to your bed by the future Countess of Grantham. 😂

Lan Lam is an excellent instructor, and I have had success with more than a few of her recipes/techniques. I will give this a go!!

Safe sex with a condom is more likely to confine pleasure for the condom wearer than the penetrated partner. Bottom escorts who are truly diligent with all their prevention meds may upcharge for the added BB pleasure to new topping clients without taking excessive risk, just because they can. The answer to "ask me" may be determined by what the client is packing...

The blurry line between escort and massage is more problematic for some clients. Others want the "will he/won't he" mystery. Sometimes, in that scenario, he won't. Yesterday, I wanted a legit massage, hired a new (to me) masseur, and made clear upon arrival that he could remain in his shorts, as I wanted bodywork. He did a decent job, did not try to upsell, yet felt connected, and I paid the listed fee, and I tipped well. So when I definitely want more than massage from a massage provider, I have the best outcome when I hire an escort, at that rate, with massage experience and a cross-checked masseur listing. I can specify the usage of the time when booking. Extras do cost extra, sometimes.

I'm hardly a fan of either of them, but I wish them well. At 35, with in$ane passive income, she might just want to be a mom. 🥂

This is definitely going to thrill people. But,

Say, "Honey, I'll bring you the mayo coleslaw instead" 🤣 My home-made Caesar is very garlicky and very Anhovy forward (1 can + oil) made with one raw yolk. Served w large GF croutons, lots of Pecorino Romano and an optional garnish of additional anchovies for the deep fans. It's magnificent. Tickle my taint, and you'll get grilled chicken added for free. 😎

Surely there must be others on RM you can hire instead. Be his parents' nice gay neighbor, who can be counted on to look out for them while he's in Boston. Neither of you can possibly regret that.

Perhaps we might reconsider consider the weight of the word "Dream" in the phrase. Lore, slogans and fairy tales tell our dreams can come true. If dreams CAN come true, doesn't it also mean that they might not? And might some external forces find that my dream gets in the way of theirs?

Aside from Lyft/Uber/Taxi which is door-to-door, the ways of reaching the incall can vary and knowing parking situation in advance either requires a pre-appt recognizance trip, or a hint from the provider. If not mentioned in the profile, in LA at least, you gotta bring it up before confirming.

If you want a deeper umami with a vegetarian recipe, add tomato paste at the end of the aromatics sauté (onions, garlic) and let it darken in the pan, stirring constantly, before adding any other liquid. I do it almost every time I use the paste in soups and sauces and the payoff is especially great when the right meat is not within reach. And haven't we all been there?

I’m drawn to the more ordinary-looking 35+ providers, which buffers the disparity… I used to be pretty, once upon a time. Respectfulness, hygiene, and humor go a long way to fill the gap. That, and a hefty cash tip.

“When getting it for free is simply not worth the effort”