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My grocery store has outside hand sanitizers and boxes of gloves when you enter. When you leave, you simply trash the gloves.

I’ve though of renting an industrial neighborhood space and turning it into something fun. Imagine there will be some deals in a few months.

Be nice if you could simply rent the space for cash with no questions asked. Be fun to bring a provider in.

I understand your anger.

Went for a 30 mile bike ride yesterday and a 3 mile run early this morning and got drenched at the end. The good thing--absolutely no one else on the trail!

My sense is that most understand that this is a necessary hiatus and they’re maintaining their ads for when things return to the “new” normal. I certainly hope to help some of them out when the coast is clear.

I was a long-time fan of TJ’s, but not so much lately.

No shortages at all at my local health food grocery. I passed by TJ’s on the way back from a long bike ride, but there was a long queue outside so I went to my much nicer store and got everything I needed including Applewood smoked bacon.

There’s a certain subset of twink providers that are addicted to these vulgar labels.

I’ve been tempted to see two regulars in June, but I’m still hesitant. I’m currently running a trial “no porn or jack-off” hiatus for a week just to test my will power.

My local grocery has outside sanitizer stations, boxes of latex gloves at the inner entry and all the other accoutrements mentioned. I always wear an N95 mask, glasses and a cap. The rare times I’ve been there lately, it’s been pretty empty.

Distant, but hearty, hug for you @starman05

I’m actually writing two books: one based on my travels and many conversations in Eastern Europe, and the other a fictional account of 6 people in a remote Tennessee town.

Slow to load this morning; but otherwise, fine.

sometimes when they’re that pretty, you have to wonder if they’re real.

He has a great body.

Today I’m going to buy haircuts in advance at my barber shop. I also ordered a Wahl clipper from Amazon which is scheduled to arrive on Friday. If I really screw it up, I’ll just wear a hat for the duration. I’ve always cleaned my own place (I’ve always enjoyed it), but I’ll suggest the financial Aid idea to neighbors who have housekeepers.

Dismissed!

No provider has hit me up for money in years. However, a childhood friend borrowed a few years ago and I ultimately forgave the loan. As Benjamin Franklin said, lending money to friends creates enemies.

one of my best friends lives there, actually right over the line in Paradise Valley. His area is walkable and is filled with those charming mid-century ranchers with decent lots and the iconic 6x6 paned picture windows. Another favorite district is Arcadia, the hipster area. Organic juice bars, 4th generation coffeee places, and lots of fit, attractive residents. While not a Camelback fan (too many tourists) Squaw Peak is a great hike. There are also miles of bike trails along the canals and down by Papago. I agree that the air quality isn’t all that great. In the summer, a three hour drive takes you to Flagstaff and high altitude, cooler summers and fantastic mountain hiking. I considered buying a condo there a few years back, but with two places already, I didn’t need or want a third. Of course, now I can barely afford the two!

I just had a pleasant exchange with (to me) a very cute provider in Seattle. I mentioned that I wanted to see him in June if it’s safe to, and hoped that he’d still be available. He responded in a very friendly way and said that he would be available then and told me to “stay safe”. I suspect that he wants to keep his profile up for future business. I wouldn’t even think of judging him since he’s not hustling for business. He’s one I’ll look forward to meeting when this subsides.

I just ordered a Wahl barber-grade trimmer. I’m not sure how the first cut will look. 2 on the top fading to 1 on the sides and back. Good that I own a lot of baseball hats!

I wear sunglasses all the time!

He also is in a high-risk group given his recent history of asthma flare-ups. One of my doctor’s patients is a 29 yo woman with asthma, currently on a ventilator.

I am involved with a telemedicine company which is booming right now. A bright spot in a otherwise gloomy market. They’re being reimbursed.