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did you happen to observe a presence of Eastern European young gentlemen there as well?

sometimes I like to just quietly creep in and watch - sometimes I enjoy a conversation - but when the "model" starts to chat with me within 10 second of entering the room, I usually head out quickly!

As an East Village "pretty boy", I was definitely a frequent visitor during the 80. Stay out all night long, find our way to the LIRR to Sayville, find a way to get to the ferry, and "come to" at the sight of the clubs and people as the boat docked at the Pines. I felt different from the kaftan wearing men of the Pines and did not really understand much of what was going on, but I loved the beach, and walking the wood slatted walkways, making my way through the Meat Rack, and finding a much livelier and more relevant crowd of men and women in Cherry Grove. People around me were dying. The East Village was one of the epicenters of AIDS, but we struggled to create a community of mutual care and assistance during a time of crisis. The whole Fire Island thing was fun (for a day trip), but it seemed like a place totally unto itself, having no relevance to the lives of younger, activist types like myself and my friends.

I met with him and have to agree with most of what @beethoven wrote. It's like I was happy when I was there, but I always felt like something more should have happened. I went for him full price VIP package and while he is technically good, there seemed to be a lack of the sexual passion that he had seemed to promise. He does not seem to like to be touched. His "type" calls out for all sorts of fantasies but he is actually very very withholding. As I walked away, I felt like not much had really happened. And SOOO much pressure to leave a review! Over exposure is not a good thing especially when it creates unrealistic expectations. Would not repeat

I made inquiry of a newbie in LA.... he responded "$200-$350 an hour depending on what you wanna do" seems like a pretty wide range for someone who just posted for the first time (I think) and has no reviews or word of mouth (however: subsequent inquiries revealed a bit of an "anger management issue" as well as a huge number of name changes!)

oh absolutely yes! the charter school I am leaving is using unqualified subs for half of their classes! the kids are suffering. there are some wonderful schools -- public and private -- that are eager to have me join their community and I will choose the one that is most right for me. and thank you!

thank you for at least trying as best as you can

If one is unable to understand the seriousness... or even the substance...of a discussion, it might be better to remain silent (I know it's difficult) than trivialize it.

you are correct, my friend. I was brought up with the understanding that there are some sorts of people we simply do not associate with.

ummm.... huh?

yes totally agree with you - and I think because of then unique demands and rewards in working in education some of the more "traditional boundaries" that professionals maintain in the work place are a bit more fluid - as they must be!!

I understand totally why you would think/say that - but: in context it was totally appropriate. Teachers in a small school work together very very closely and collaboratively. The gentleman said that to me in a very deep conversation where we were sharing very personal thoughts and reflections about how to best help kids in a dysfunctional charter school. I have always been out personally and professionally (since I was in 9th grade actually) so for me it was a cool... actually validating... comment to hear

Thank you - he has significantly changed his profile since I contacted him... including the fact that Erotic is no longer grayed out. And he now lists rates - when we were in contact his response to me was: When you are ready to schedule a session hit me on here ... and I'll forward my rates once U have settled on a day and time. Thank You.

Agree with you on all points. But (with all due respect), one thing he should have a handle on is what his rate is. True?

Super low functioning charter school. K-8. Very senior faculty member pulls me aside as I am about to give notice. Tired of a school that does not serve its students. "We have lots of gay kids here... They need to see someone like you. You are gay, right?" (Still leaving though...)