Hiring during a pandemic...

[lanyc]

Why are people doing it? Are they also not wearing masks and licking subway poles?

[Man Crush Morris]

I haven't done it but if the perfect guy was available in my city I'd do it.

[MidwestCoastal]

Taking this line of thought to the extreme.... Why are you even having sex, ever? I would assume it is because you have calculated your acceptable risk threshold and are willing to participate in some level of activity that you feel comfortable with.

 

Has COVID changed my behavior? Absolutely. Are there people that I trust enough to still engage in sexual activity even during a pandemic? Yes, very few, but yes.

 

COVID could be with us... FOREVER. New norms and risk equations are being redefined. Let's let people make up their own minds with no unfair judgements, OK?

[+ DrownedBoy]

I've been waiting out the pandemic in rural Wisconsin since March, working from home until my office in Chicago reopens.

 

I returned to Chicago twice during pandemic and hired. You can't find providers in Trump farm country. But I decided to return to Chicago at the end of August for a few weeks at least. I need to visit some regulars.

[Daverwr]

As I’ve posted previously, I have hired through the latter part of the pandemic - July-August. One particular provider, David-SF, provided an innovative alternative. Each of us took home Covid-19 tests. Once we could confirm each other’s “status”, we had a date. (A date to remember!) Granted, this isn’t perfect because tests are only good for that single moment in time. But, each of us knew the other was basically quarantining until the results came in.

[Enronnja]

I thought I could hold out, but after 8 months, I'm going crazy. I thought the occasional jerk off could help, but I'm desperate for body contact, tongue in my mouth, a connection with someone, even though short. If I could choose, I would not be doing this, but I've given up. Yes, I have all right to be rebuked and yes, I will or could regret it.

[jeezifonly]

Two of my favorite guys (both combo massage/escort) have been present on sites as Available Now on and off, as well as traveling, throughout the quarantine period in SoCal. I may hit one up if the numbers keep improving in our area, starting with masked massage- one even works outside on his patio. It will take every bit of restraint I have to keep it to massage, but I really need the bodywork!!!

[cmennow]

I've been sticking to one guy for most of the pandemic because we communicate and feel comfortable with what each other is doing during the pandemic (moving in small familiar circles and not much movement). We've both been tested and for that moment it adds another layer of comfort. I have had an encounter with another regular guy or two later in the pandemic but again there was communication and a trust that was there. During the beginning, I was staying away from everybody. There have been many times that I have gotten as far as ready to give my address to a new guy for an appointment and then my better senses kicked in so I declined and decided to wait until I could see my regular guy. It just wasn't worth the "buyer's remorse" for lack of better words. I feel like I am in a confessional booth LOL

[marylander1940]

As I’ve posted previously, I have hired through the latter part of the pandemic - July-August. One particular provider, David-SF, provided an innovative alternative. Each of us took home Covid-19 tests. Once we could confirm each other’s “status”, we had a date. (A date to remember!) Granted, this isn’t perfect because tests are only good for that single moment in time. But, each of us knew the other was basically quarantining until the results came in.

 

I'm interested in having all my family do it next time we get together.

 

Where can I buy any of those home Covid-19 tests?

[Joel]

I’m hiring this Monday. The provider has confirmed that they had covid in March. Does that make it safer for me? I’m honestly not sure but I’ve been looking at this amazing guy for over 4 years. I did notice he paused his profile from hiring from March to the end of April so I think he’s at least safe about it and getting tested. I just can’t pass up this experience.

[Islesguy]

As I’ve posted previously, I have hired through the latter part of the pandemic - July-August. One particular provider, David-SF, provided an innovative alternative. Each of us took home Covid-19 tests. Once we could confirm each other’s “status”, we had a date. (A date to remember!) Granted, this isn’t perfect because tests are only good for that single moment in time. But, each of us knew the other was basically quarantining until the results came in.

If I could get my hands on a few of these, I would absolutely hire if the person is willing to do a rapid test as I would do the morning we are to meet.

[+ Pensant]

It’s worrisome, to be sure.

[+ Pensant]

Some studies suggest that people like me, with type O blood, may have some resistance to Covid. I know two couples where one partner with Type A contracted Covid, thankfully both mild cases with no discernible sequellae, and the other, with Type O+, never got it. Anecdotal at this point, I’m guessing.

[+ harey]

Taking this line of thought to the extreme.... Why are you even having sex, ever? I would assume it is because you have calculated your acceptable risk threshold and are willing to participate in some level of activity that you feel comfortable with.

 

Has COVID changed my behavior? Absolutely. Are there people that I trust enough to still engage in sexual activity even during a pandemic? Yes, very few, but yes.

 

COVID could be with us... FOREVER. New norms and risk equations are being redefined. Let's let people make up their own minds with no unfair judgements, OK?

You mentioned trust, so I’ll ask. What does trust have to do with a virus that is caught through asymptomatic transmission?

 

The rest of your post seems based on false comparison. I would speculate that the large number of Likes mean others want to excuse irresponsible behavior.

[+ keroscenefire]

Nothing is without risk. Seeing an escort even before COVID certainly put you at risk of contracting many diseases, some of them just as bad as COVID.

 

I view it as there are actually many activities that are potentially risky: Travel, going to a crowded bar/restaurant, socializing with friends, etc. If one is actually pretty careful generally by wearing a mask, avoiding large groups, etc. Then I actually think seeing an escort in your own home is in many ways less risky. Obviously that escort has likely seen many people but the chances of one escort having COVID versus 100 people at a bar is statistically much lower.

 

But everyone has to make that choice for themselves.

[rustyrex]

I started getting massages again. I've been so tense my muscles needed the attention. His requirement was that we both wore masks during the whole session. I could hardly breath....I'll have to figure out a better way to get comfy. I think my guy was nervous about the whole thing and I totally understand.

 

We didn't do the typical extra special super spectacular ending but I totally made a mess of the sheets from the hand job. Will I hire again during these dangerous times? I'm getting to the point where I feel I'm missing a basic human need, so yes I will eventually. But if things are to get worse as predicted I may pull back again. It took me a long time just to order take out from restaurants and I haven't been to the gym in months. I was fortunate enough to have my own equipment but I do miss the eye candy.....A LOT!!!!

 

There is so much we don't understand about COVID and it probably won't be fully understood for years to come. I believe I've already had it, I know myself well enough to figure out something didn't feel right. That was back in April, since then I feel fine but I have never been tested, I've been told it's only for those exhibiting symptoms. It's all mess and it will be interesting to see how we will get out of this, either we stand together or we watch each other suffer and perish. Hopefully we can come together and move forward, it's the only way we will survive as a people.

[Luv2play]

I started getting massages again. I've been so tense my muscles needed the attention. His requirement was that we both wore masks during the whole session. I could hardly breath....I'll have to figure out a better way to get comfy. I think my guy was nervous about the whole thing and I totally understand.

 

We didn't do the typical extra special super spectacular ending but I totally made a mess of the sheets from the hand job. Will I hire again during these dangerous times? I'm getting to the point where I feel I'm missing a basic human need, so yes I will eventually. But if things are to get worse as predicted I may pull back again. It took me a long time just to order take out from restaurants and I haven't been to the gym in months. I was fortunate enough to have my own equipment but I do miss the eye candy.....A LOT!!!!

 

There is so much we don't understand about COVID and it probably won't be fully understood for years to come. I believe I've already had it, I know myself well enough to figure out something didn't feel right. That was back in April, since then I feel fine but I have never been tested, I've been told it's only for those exhibiting symptoms. It's all mess and it will be interesting to see how we will get out of this, either we stand together or we watch each other suffer and perish. Hopefully we can come together and move forward, it's the only way we will survive as a people.

I understand your anxiety but I think we need to keep some perspective here. For most people who do get Covid19, they will recover with no lasting ill effects. It does cause serious illness and even death for a minority of people. A very small minority, but somewhat larger if you are over 70, have co-morbities like compromised immune systems, conditions like diabietes, servere obesity, lung conditions like COPD etc. This is not proving to be like SARS which had a much higher death rate. If you have already had it and it was mild, the evidence is starting to show that you will be immune from contracting it again (this was reported in today’s NYTimes). You might want to consider getting an antibodies test when it becomes available to you. It would certainly ease your mind. I’m pretty sure I have not had it so not getting treated but taking precautions where I can. That does not include giving up on sex though I am pacing myself carefully. Don’t have contacts anytime less than 3 weeks apart so if I do get infected I will not spread it to another. The virus does leave your body usually within 14 days, some say a few days shorter. Switzerland, which is notoriously conservative about these matters, has decreed 10 days of quarantine for people expected to have been exposed.

[MidwestCoastal]

You mentioned trust, so I’ll ask. What does trust have to do with a virus that is caught through asymptomatic transmission?

 

The rest of your post seems based on false comparison. I would speculate that the large number of Likes mean others want to excuse irresponsible behavior.

 

What's 'irresponsible' is personal opinion and decision. I'm seeing a provider who has only seen 3-4 other regular clients since the pandemic started, gets everything delivered, rarely leaves his apartment, gets regular COVID tests, and wears a mask religiously. He is also living in a state where they are opening schools in the fall because of the low transmission rates. I also match much of the same behavior. So yes, I TRUST him and he TRUSTS me.

 

There is no false comparison. A variety of STIs have impacts on people differently - some severe, some not. Do you use a condom for oral sex? Some people do, most don't because they are willing to accept that risk. In rare cases, providers have turned out to engage in criminal theft or violence, also a risk, albeit considered rare by almost all of us here. Should 'essential workers' who leave the house everyday and mingle with the populace stop having sex with their partners? Exposure to the many is worse than exposure to a few.

 

Life is risk @harey. We are here, on a discussion forum, sharing information about activities that a large portion of our fellow Americans would consider 'risky' and 'irresponsible'. Hell, in most parts of the world, its considered illegal. I noticed that hasn't stopped you from engaging in those activities in the past?

 

Looking at your past posts, I notice your distaste for guys who PNP; an opinion we share. But on this trusting someone I have known for 4+ years, I respectfully disagree.

 

From my favorite Felicia:

 

Felicia:

Oh, for goodness sakes, get down off that crucifix. Someone needs the wood.

[+ DrownedBoy]

Something tells me there's a high correlation between people judging hiring clients, and people who can't really afford to hire.

[marylander1940]

Something tells me there's a high correlation between people judging hiring clients, and people who can't really afford to hire.

 

Calling Dr. Freud... you might be right but there are reasons why some guys who hire frequently have stopped doing it. You're young, you might catch and not even know it. I know for sure during the worst months of the pandemic in the NE (March, April, May) bottom feeders were the ones contacting escorts and inquiring about their services. I guess they had nothing else to do!

 

There were many threads about prices dropping during and after the pandemic, some clients even celebrated and bragged about their "bargaining potential" because of Covid-19. Sad but true!

[The Dude]

For me a quick thrill is just not worth the risk, to myself and the people in my life. Better to be responsible than feel guilt the rest of my life.

[funvolta]

Oh this covid phobia... Life is a very risky thing in general. Stop listen to cnn and keep living your private life. Covid is not Ebola or even Spanish flue after all

[Lazarus]

How many people have died from Ebola in the US? Close to zero. And I suppose CNN is making up the stories about all the people who have died from COVID or have been hospitalized for months or have long term effects.

[Islesguy]

170k Americans have died from COVID in 6 months officially. The likely true number is over 200k. How many diseases have killed that many Americans in 6 months since the 1918 flu pandemic? Furthermore, how many other causes of death have killed that many Americans in 6 months? Not even wars have caused that much death of Americans in 6 months.

[The Dude]

Oh this covid phobia... Life is a very risky thing in general. Stop listen to cnn and keep living your private life. Covid is not Ebola or even Spanish flue after all

It's because of ignorance like this that the United States will never get a handle on the virus.