FrankR

You are, of course, entitled to your beliefs. And since I share those beliefs you won’t get any arguments from me. I can’t recall ever feeling shame about my choice to spend time with providers. I do sometimes think that decriminalizing or even regulating would improve working conditions for providers and I am all for that. My 2c.

Headline in the USA Today: Coronavirus update: People without symptoms make up 59% of virus spread; an American dies every 21 seconds in new daily record https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2021/01/08/covid-news-arizona-employment-report-coronavirus-vaccine-us-deaths/6587248002/

Yes, I produce a moderate amount. Early in life I was a bit embarassed by it - thought it showed me being over eager. But as time passed most of my partners seemed to enjoy it. I do recall an instance where one “straight guy” found it a little alarming! He got over it! ??

If you meet at a Starbucks or in a hotel lobby, you can look him in the eye, get a feel for his personality and how accurate his pics are and walk away if he is not what he claimed to be.

In my opinion, Schwab is very close to being Vanguard and Fidelity's closest competitor. If I was starting out today, didn't have the history I have with Vanguard, I would probably go with Schwab. ?‍♂️ https://investorjunkie.com/stock-brokers/vanguard-vs-fidelity-vs-charles-schwab/

I'm heartbroken! ?

Very timely thread - just funded my IRA for 2021! I stick to low cost, broad based index funds. I am a Vanguard fan boy from the Jack Bogle days.

Let’s stay on topic please.

Yes. Though you are likely to set off a confrontation. This is not the time for a performance review. My advice: pay the man to leave and move on. Skip the drama. Once you are free of him, you can send him a text telling him how disappointed you are. But while you have him in the room, you are more likely to receive a black eye than a meaningful discount.

Yes, both the New York Times and Washington Post confirmed it was a pharmacist. Which makes it even more outrageous - as a result 57 health care workers, fellow employees, received ineffective shots.

Non-alcoholic huh... I can fix that! Happy New Year!!

The madness continues... https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/12/31/wisconsin-covid-19-vaccine-ruined-aurora-employee/4097416001/

Take a deep breath. You can do this - one step at a time. Make a list of what you need to do. Prioririze that list and then deal only with priorities. Other items on your list can wait - you will have plenty of time to knock them off your list when you are retired! Have you considered meeting with a life coach to consider what you want out of life in retirement?

So clearly you need a Van Wilder style topless tutor! Good luck!!

I know Rosetta Stone is known for their language software, but they also offer live tutoring in person.

Gas and valet parking doesnt come cheap! ?

I do enjoy Make the Yuletide Gay - one of my favorites. You may also enjoy Christmas House on Hallmark Channel.

So far all the ones I have visited have been a waste of time. And this year I have time to waste so...yeah, not interested. Won't recommend any of them.

Yes. Always meet in a public place when you meet for the first time. That way you can walk away if the guy does not check the boxes as indicated on the profile.

Something similar happened to me. After the guy left he sent me a text indicating that he dropped the bottle, spilled almost all of the content and was too ashamed to just trash it so he took the bottle with him. Indicated he would replace it during his next visit - took the bottle so he could find an exact match. I told him to forget about it.

I suspect most of us will be spending some quality time at home during COVID. Any recommendations would be appreciated. I have the following on my list: 1. Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston - which is a romantic comedy about a gay couple 2. Dutchy of Terra series by Glynn Stewart - it is a space opera with a gay couple front and center; and the heroine of the series appears to be Bi and into bondage! :-)

These options have been discussed before - I believe Promescent was mentioned as a good option. It is not cheap, but available over the counter and FDA approved.

This is a previous discussion with positive feedback: https://www.companyofmen.org/threads/411-on-medboy.135471/ Photos are almost 3 years old - be sure to ask for new pics.

Previously discussed here: https://www.companyofmen.org/threads/411-on-bryam-xl.152649/

When YOU bring the heat, sir, that does not qualify as a heated table! ?