CuriousByNature

That sandwich looks really good. I'd massage it between my teeth any day.

I think there's a couple of distinctions that can be made here. Just because the masseur didn't begin advertising on that site until the pandemic started doesn't mean he wasn't advertising elsewhere earlier. He could also have been using a different name. Even if that is not the case, we all know there are many people still providing and receiving massage at this time, and seeking feedback is not the same as enouraging people to get massages. I still do not see any hypocrisy in posing the question that was asked.

I know very little about economics myself - was just looking at the issue from a different perspective. I imagine his clientele pool would be smaller than most others.

There are people out there who can afford to donate $1000 per hour for someone's time. Ultimately, if that business model does not result in the desired result, the provider may need to make adjustment. But if it works, then why should the provider not capitalize on the demand? It's done by business operators all the time in any free enterprise economic system.

I think you have the gist of it correct - I don't know the exact figures, but until herd immunity is reached it is wise and responsible to take precautions even after vaccination. For the safety of others.

I think you have the gist of it correct - I don't know the exact figures, but until herd immunity is reached it is wise and responsible to take precautions even after vaccination. For the safety of others.

And sometimes we all need to hear something we may not want to hear.

And sometimes we all need to hear something we may not want to hear.

Agreed! And at least one of us has never gotten a massage, but still participates on this forum. ?

And many more people got the flu shot this year too.

I guess now we know why they had to Make Room for Daddy.

No, sorry. But Im hoping to visit SD and LA when its safe to travel from Canada.

Thanks

Who is it that you normally meet, if you don't mind me asking?

Like @Rudynate, I have always felt old. Or maybe I should say that I have always had an old soul and interests that did not match those of my contemporaries. I am told I look 10-15 years younger than my age, but my worldview and sensibilities are those of someone 10-15 years older. Yet I often still think I'm in my 20s, until I see someone who was born when I was already an adult walking around with kids of their own. That brings me back to reality pretty quick!

Frieda Beaverhousen. Sounds like she could also make a pretty good schnitzel.

Morta Della, Luna Tick, Ginger Root, Rose Hips, Bang Ladesh...

Never have had any issue dining alone at any restaurant at any time. I can order whatever I want, even two entrees if desired, and I can eat at my own pace. Granted I am usually finished quicker when I eat alone, probably because I don't find talking to myself all that stimulating ?

4.5 inches... its refreshing to see someone listed who is not well-endowed and also not uncomfortable to indicate it.

Or.... Is that a melted chocolate bar in your pocket, or did you have a case of particularly explosive diarrhea?

Dave Martinez, formerly of the White Sox and Devil Rays. I think he may now be coaching/managing?

If not roid rage, perhaps borderline personality disorder.

What if someone has an Android rather than an iPhone?

@JoeMendoza ... I've been around a bit longer than you, but haven't had the fullnes of life experience that most people in their 40s have had. Most of this is because of my own skewed perceptions of myself and a helluva lot of procrastination. But here are a few things I've managed to glean along the way, even though I fail to apply them often enough myself. Treat everyone the way you would like to be treated yourself. Desire the very best for those around you, even if that means giving up something for yourself. Be an active listener. Don't take anyone or anything for granted. Even if a situation seems to be overwhelming there are often important lessons that can be learned. Practice forgiveness every day. Don't put things off - tomorrow isn't promised to everyone. Make friends of people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and ages. Be patient and kind with yourself. There are very few things in this life that are completely insurmountable. Even if we live 120 years, our life span is like a drop of water in an ocean of eternity. Do not be afraid of your internal doubts and questions, but rather, question and doubt whatever fears you may have. Remember that you are unique amongst the 7 billion other humans on this planet, and celebrate that incredible reality. Be humbled by the fact that you will never know everything, and do not fail to be amazed by the mysteries of life and the intricasies of the cosmos.

One of the true Hollywood beauties, even into her later years.