ArVaGuy

DataLounge After 31 Years, it appears that DataLounge.com has quietly come to an end. Beginning in 1995 DataLounge was the literal one and only Gay themed message board from those early, carefree days when the Internet was in its infancy. Back then it was many people’s first foray into the internet and gay themed content. At times, funny, gossipy, informative, and bitchy as well as caustic in some cases. It was controversial at times but never boring. In a sign that the Internet is always evolving, looks like DataLounge became obsolete in the social media age. Twitter X certainly eclipsed its function years ago. More than anything else DataLounge was an archive of the early Gay Internet.

Thanks. It’s good to be back. I’m easing back into hiring and look forward to participating in the forum.

I plan to visit NYC this June 28 x July 1 and considering attending the Adonis EOM event on Saturday. I am signed up for the email listserv. A few questions: 1 Is it worth the $$$ admission price? 2. What’s the going rate for a lap dance? It’s been a while since I have visited NYC. 3. How much touching is really allowed? BJ? 4. What’s the best time to arrive, as soon as they open or couple hours later? 5. How available are the guys to hire after the show? 6. would the Friday event be the better option? I am just getting back into the hiring game and appreciate any information on this topic. Thanks.

Happy Birthday!!

@nate_sfIve been away from the forum for a while and just learned on this gathering last week. Thank you for your efforts to make this event happen. As an organizer of previous DC Forum gatherings, I’m well aware of what goes into making this event occur. Given the circumstances regarding Covid cancellation makes sense. Frustrating as hell but sensible none the less. I’m wondering if the entire MAL event will get canceled before the date arrives anyway. My plan is to monitor the situation and depending on various factors I may swing by the Hyatt. I’m more concerned about the asinine draconian overreacting restrictions put in place by DC government than the virus anyway. I will save my rant on this subject for another place and time. Sorry to see this event impacted by Covid again. This gathering has been incredible in past years. I’m saddened that I won’t get to see Forum members and old friends this year.

I have never considered the word “succinct“ in association with a Steven Kesslar post.

This is very sad news. I will always remember Daddy/Guy fondly having first met him at a DC Forum event as well as Palm Springs and having lunch in Las Vegas several times. Some of us first knew him as Daddy, others as Guy Fawkes on this forum. A few even knew him by his name IRL. He certainly was no wall flower with his boisterous personality. Guy was a mentor to many an escort and client offering sage advice about this business and hobby. He kept this site alive and vibrant from its early days under Hooboy and his own subsequent management. How he achieved this for so long under so many adversities we will never comprehend. He did all this out of his sense of community and for all the members of this site, working guys and hobbyist. Certainly there were conflicts with individuals and groups of members from time to time. Administering this site was no easy task. Guy was accused of many unkind motives, some may have been true, most were certainly not true. Critics always have a better idea yet never step up to provide assistance. Through all of the many controversies and fighting Guy continued to maintain this forum despite criticism. Guy maintained a true libertarian perspective of allowing many here a tremendous amount of leeway. When situations or behaviors became intolerable for him and the integrity of the community he took action and moved on. I would never have had his level of tolerance for many of these issues and would have shut it all down had it been my prerogative. Guy had a live and let live attitude that many should emulate. This forum allowed me to become a better client. It gave me an appreciation for the men who choose escorting. And it allowed me to build friendships with several clients and escorts that will always be a part of my life. Daddy/Guy made all that possible and I’m grateful to him for his dedication and perseverance. RIP Daddy/Guy.

I am stepping away from organizing the MAL Forum gathering. If anyone wants to undertake that effort please feel free. If circumstances allow I may be available to answer any questions about organizing.

This news saddens me. Adam Smith was an incredible and unique contributor to this forum. I’m sorry to learn of his passing. RIP

There’s way more here than being reported.

Unfortunately I will not be able to attend this year. Sorry to miss seeing everyone.

Oh My! I’ve been away from the site for a few months dealing with personal matters. This news is most distressing. I pray that Daddy @Guy Fawkes pulls through and recovers quickly.

I’ve been getting a larger than usual amount of telemarketing and unrecognized phone calls lately. I seldom answer an unrecognized call and rarely do these callers leave a message. These are immediately blocked. I’ve tried using some of the online number look up sites but most of them just suck. They want fees and whatnot to provide basic information on these calls. Does anyone have suggestions for reverse number look up sites that actually provide real information for free on a not too outrageous fee? Thanks

I’m saddened to hear this news. He was a fine contributor to this forum for many years. My condolences to his family and friends.

I’m clearing a friends apartment who’s in hospice. I’ve found so much unexpected things it’s been interesting to say the least. The porn collection was easy to deal with. It’s the kink gear that appears in various drawers, boxes, and closets that was unexpected for me. I had no idea he was into some of this stuff. Does anyone know of gay bookstores or websites that buys porn collections? Just seeing if that’s an option.