Annual Palm Springs Weekend, 2011

[nate_sf]

A couple of things. Is there something going on out here that we're missing? By that I mean, look at what we're seeing in the attendance at this years Palm Springs weekend -- much bigger numbers than ever. The little Washington DC luncheon in a couple of weeks is going to be very well attended (and I'd love to have even more of you DC/Baltimore/Richmond guys, or Buffalo guys if you want to come with countryboy). Is there some sort of surge in the need for connectedness (for lack of a better term) within our little subculture? Is it a function of the better economic climate as evidenced by the state of the hiring world as reported by the escorts on another thread? Or am I just imagining things? But I do know I like it. A lot.

 

I know at least in my circumstances, these last few years have been very difficult financially. I had to do some drastic things to stay afloat including (gasp) moving in with my parents for a spell. To save money, I severely cut back on my social outings and spent many more nights at home than I was used to. Now financially there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel, and I'm ready to get out of the house and have some fun again. I'd bet this holds true for others here too.

[Guest IndyMedic2006]

Whereas we are not prudes, and many of the escort attendees (thankfully) have taken advantage of the clothing-optional aspect around the pool thereby providing delicious eye-candy, mutual respect is the by-word.

 

Are you considered a prude if you arent comfortable with your escort taking advantage of the clothing optional aspect?

[Epigonos]

"Are you considered a prude if you aren't comfortable with your escort taking advantage of the clothing optional aspect?"

 

NO!!!!! The key word in the sentence is "your". Whether or not the escorts you bring avails himself of the clothing optional aspect is between the two of you and ONLY between the two of you. You are only a prude IF you object to escorts who are accompanying other attendees avail themselves of the clothing optional aspect. Even though I could care less the escort who accompanied me last year kept his bathing suit on, that was his choice.

[+ deej]

Are you considered a prude if you arent comfortable with your escort taking advantage of the clothing optional aspect?

 

A prude? No. A control freak? Maybe. It's between you and your companion and as with all things should be discussed in advance between you.

[Guest IndyMedic2006]

A control freak? Maybe.

 

Really? I don't see that way at all.

[Epigonos]

Please understand that I am speaking ONLY for myself when I say what I am about to say. I am NOT speaking for Oliver or Lucky or anybody else.

 

Considering the hobby that we all share it's probably safe to conclude that the vast majority of us are quite uninhibited. My mirror, however, doesn’t lie to me so for esthetic reason not reasons of modesty I keep my clothing on.

 

Now as far as the escorts who attend, are concerned, the only thing they look better in than a bathing suit is NOTHING. One damn good looking escort who attends regularly has even been known the exit the pool with a beautiful, raging hardon – esthetically very attractive. If a potential attendee finds the above behavior abhorrent then he might want to reconsider attending.

 

I also assume that many escorts attend this function partly for the purpose of meeting potential future clients. They are perfectly aware that the guys who attend hire escorts and are, generally speaking safe, reliable, considerate, and experienced clients. So I would recommend that an attendee not get bent out of shape if he finds his guest socializing with other attendees; after all he is your paid guest not your spouse or boyfriend.

 

I would certainly agree that it is unacceptable for an attendee to be “fooling around” with another attendee’s guest. In conclusion the best advice I can give to possible new attendee is “hand loose” and don’t get uptight.

[+ Tygerscent]

Hi Mr. Oliver~! Say... I was wondering... Are Escorts invited to hang with you guys at the follies? Sounds like Grand fun~!

Happy New Year Everyone~!

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I invite you to mark your calendars for March 19 and 20, 2011 for the 7th Annual Palm Springs Weekend. There will be a dinner (and perhaps a show) on Saturday the 19th, and a "pool event" at my rented condo in the afternoon of Sunday, the 20th. More details will be announced as they become available.

 

In the meantime, I wish everyone a happy holiday season!

[Guest IndyMedic2006]

Now as far as the escorts who attend, are concerned, the only thing they look better in than a bathing suit is NOTHING. One damn good looking escort who attends regularly has even been known the exit the pool with a beautiful, raging hardon – esthetically very attractive. If a potential attendee finds the above behavior abhorrent then he might want to reconsider attending.

 

Frankly I could careless what other dates and people do at the event such as the escort who regularly attending going naked, but I know as for me, my date will NOT be going naked at the event. Others may do as they see comfortable, but for myself, I know it will not happen. After talking with several other including several escorts and attendees, it is my time on my dime so I am the one that gets to set the boundries in what I am ok with. If others what to get naked in the pool, that is their choice. I dont' feel like I am coming and paying for a weekend in Palm Springs to bring the entertainment for you. I wanted to come for the socializing and meeting new people.

[Epigonos]

IndyMediuc2006 it just so happens that the escort I bring keeps his suit on. As far as you needing to provide entertainment for ME -- think again. My guest does that, thank you!!!!!

[Guest IndyMedic2006]

You could have fooled me with your from your previous comment "the only thing they look better in than a bathing suit is NOTHING"...

[Epigonos]

Guess what IndyMedic2006 I find naked men attractive. Attractive and entertaining, in my book, are not necessarily the same. Each to his own, enough already!!!!!

[Okliehomo]

Jeez....

 

Such drama about what has always been from all previous reports such a laid back, sexy and fun weekend. Pretty sure not at all what Oliver ever intended when he offered the open invitation. Seems kind of rude to me to be a first time guest and to start telling other guests (and their guests who are on their dime) who have been in attendance for years what is and is not acceptable behavior.

 

And presuming a lot as well....

 

Like I always tell my out of town guests, "This is all about fun for ME. No drama. Everybody doing what they are into and want to do. And if you can't do that... please, stay home."

 

But, then again, I like to share. I am a giver.... I have ZERO problems with everybody on my dime getting naked and doing whatever springs to mind... as along as I have already sprung a few times myself ... and have a camera nearby.

 

Seriously, it's a pool party in Palm Springs with a plethora of pretty boys, playing .... not the prom...in Peoria... (though if Justice is there....)... it will be plenty powerful.

 

Real point is that you can't invite everyone to every party... (Boys in the Band) and that really, it's Oliver's party. It's what he is comfortable with that's important and since he has been doing this event for years... perhaps, out of respect for the host, either go with the flow or.... don't...

 

Okie

[+ deej]

Frankly I could careless what other dates and people do at the event such as the escort who regularly attending going naked, but I know as for me, my date will NOT be going naked at the event.

 

I. I. I. I. I.

 

Others may do as they see comfortable, but for myself, I know it will not happen.

 

I. I. I. I. I.

 

After talking with several other including several escorts and attendees, it is my time on my dime so I am the one that gets to set the boundries in what I am ok with.

 

I. I. I. I. I.

 

If others what to get naked in the pool, that is their choice. I dont' feel like I am coming and paying for a weekend in Palm Springs to bring the entertainment for you.

 

I. I. I. I. I.

 

It sounds more like you're bringing a slave to do as you wish than a companion for the weekend.

 

I repeat, whether your date doffs his trunks or not is really HIS decision. You should discuss it up front and make sure he's OK sitting on his hands while his contemporaries have a little fun. In other words, the decision is not yours alone. You owe him the respect to at least let him participate in making the decision.

 

This isn't about you.

[+ sf westcoaster]

Indy,

 

My first time at the PS event was last year and I am very much looking forward to attending in March, not because I might meet some good looking naked guys , but because I will have the opportunity to meet some great guys, some of whom are clients and some of whom are escorts. I would hope that I would not be prevented from talking to an escort just because someone else payed to bring him there.

 

Trust your guest to act appropriatly, but don't muzzle him. He is a professional and can handle himself clothed or unclothed. If your guest happens to be an escort that I know (which I think is true) then I feel that a hug and kiss (not talking deep french kissing) are perfectly within the parameters of the social event. If you are not comfortable with that then maybe you need to take some time and rethink your decision to attend the PS Weekend

[+ Tygerscent]

Maybe we should lay down some ground rules: My suggestion~

You can enter the House of Oliver IF:

 

1). You can supply the last names to the following list:

a) Bernadette

b) Chita

c) Barbra

 

2). ... if it's understood that it's a gay party. There will be a good spread and lots to go around. No need to over-indulge. Politely ask to have something wrapped to enjoy later should you be hungry for more and can't resist. This will work for food as well.

 

3). ...if some of your best friends are or have also been some of your lovers.

 

4). ...if you understand that being called a "slut" isn't actually an insult.

 

5). ...if after the party and all of the fun and excitement, you feel like a New Man and understand that there probably is one right there in the neighborhood who was there at the party too. You might ask for a phone number and you know where to find them anyways.

 

6). ...if by attending this party, you have added some spice to your life or someone elses... and possibly added some side dishes~

 

7). Be nice. Have fun~ It's all about sharing in a good celebration of our Family and meeting your fellow Daddy-Mates~

 

Tyger!

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[Guest IndyMedic2006]

Let me first say that NO one has ever been treats like nor thought of as a slave. I have always treated him with the utmost respect. He is my equal in everywhere and in alot of ways my better. Everything that I stated WAS discussed with my date a month before the dates were released by our gracious host. Nothing was a unilaterial decision by me so please don't assume that it was. My only purpose in responded to Epigonos post was to say that I knew my date wouldn't be one of those guys running around au naturiel. I know I am not the only one who isnt ok with their date going naked, nor am I the only one with boundries/limits that have already been discussed with his date. I used the phrase, "my time on my dime" as several others used in earlier threads and I feel it should be whatever I am comfortable with along with my date and not about what other people happy.

 

SF Westcoaster... I know this is a party. No one said anything about muzzling my date or having a problem with him socializing. I know there are people that are going to know him and want to know to him. I am more then okay with that as it is a party and frankly I am bringing him because I am proud of him and happy to have him on my arm. But it was JawJaTeck's posting about other peoples dates being hit on or crossing the line that gave me pause, but after talking to my date, he is more then capable of policing himself and handling myself. I trust my date implicitly.... It is some of the party goes I wonder about, but again, my date is more then capable of handling himself.

 

I also find naked men attractive, but I don't see the need or feel comfortable with my date going naked... That was the only purpose for my post. And Epigonos was right when he said to each their own. I am coming with my date to socialize with him since I will know so few of the guest... not to socialize without him. If other people are comfortable with their dates being naked, more power to them and their date. That just isnt me or others that I know will be at the event.

 

Thank you Oliver for being a gracious host and my apologizes to you if I caused drama.

[jackhammer91406]

Get a grip on yourself

 

This thread has gone from the sublime to the ridiculous. As one who has been to all of the pool parties and I believe almost if not all of the other gatherings, I can say that anyone planning on taking Oliver up on his gracious invitation to come to the pool party should do at least two things:

One, be prepared to have a good time with interesting and like minded GENTLEMEN and

Two, get a grip on themselves.

These events have an easy nature to them that, while unscripted, seldom move into an area that any would find distasteful. The incident referred to at last years gathering was an aberration and such an isolated incident, that it went unnoticed by many until after it was over.

But here's my bottom line point. Oliver is my dear friend, in fact one of my best if not best friends. I think he would rather not say anything that might offend someone and cause them not to come. He is too gracious for that.

I however suffer from no such reputation and have no hesitation.

If you have never been to one of these gatherings, you have NO BUSINESS setting behavior limits or making statements that frankly offend Oliver and his other guests. Anyone who behaves this way is being boorish and way too melodramatic. The men at these gatherings are Gentlemen almost to a man. WE do not need policing. People behave with decorum. (Mostly)

 

If you feel I am speaking to you, then perhaps you might rethink your travel plans and visit another fine city in sunny California, instead of coming to an established event where many of the participants know each other , bringing your drama into an environment that we all strive to make drama free. PLEASE, feel free to stay home.. We may all be gay men, it does not mean we are all drama queens who are comfortable with unnecessary drama.

Do you begin to get my drift?

Please stay home, bake, sew, or do your nails, or do your favorite escort but don't spoil this wonderful unique gathering.

[Bart]

Dear Oliver:

Thank you for coordinating an event that has been held in such high esteem that has client, interested parties and escorts talking about attending 6 months in advance.

Attending this event especially to meet you and many other personalities of this board remains one of the top items on my list of things I am hopeful of someday doing.

I have never talked to a gentleman yet who has attended your gathering who has not left saying they have been better treated as a guest.

It saddens me to hear the uncomfortable incident of last year, is overtaking the good nature and cast dispersions upon the other 99% of the gentlemen in attendance.

I am hopeful through the support of all the gentlemen who will be there and the many of us who wish we could be there, that you can rest easy and this event can continue to be what you had hoped for.

Again thank you for the generosity of hosting the big event of the year.

I cant wait to hear about all the fun from my friends.

Bart

[leigh.bess.toad]

Jackhammer -- Brilliantly said. I haven't been to one. But I am gong to use the title that Oliver Had in one of his posts as the way to look at the event: "A Gathering of Gentlemen". I think that, plus the way you so eloquently stated it should hopefully put this to rest. Thank you and I am looking foward to meeting you in Palm Springs.

[jawjateck]

I never intended to turn this announcement of a great event into a clusterf**k thread when I made my comment, but I have been around here long enough to know that you can't make a comment on a subject without the boys and girls of Hooville going crazy, so I own it, and I publicly apologize to Oliver for starting this distraction. I should have been more precise. My previous post was based on the fact that several first-timers will be attending this year, and last year's incident involved an ill-mannered first-timer. Most of the attendees never noticed what happened because that's the great thing about the event, we're all socializing, interacting with each other, enjoying one another, laughing, talking life, some are inside, in the kitchen or the living room, some are on one side of the pool, some on the other, some are in the shade, some in the sun, some in the pool, some laying by the pool, so you won't see/hear everything that happens. It's a great setting. I loved it last year and look forward to it this year. Of course, clients will meet escorts that they will likely meet again someday for private fun; some of my Hoo-friends were impressed with my companion and found opportunity to enjoy him privately at a later date. That's understandable, and that's good biz for the escorts. My point is that gentlemen have manners, which were lacking in a brief, one-time exception, and that first-timers should be made aware that politeness to clients and escorts is the theme, because we are the invited guests of a very gracious host and an impressively kind man. Thanks Oliver for including me, and all of us in your invitation!

[rackes2323]

Well said jackhammer.. The problem I had is when IndyMedic call his date "my boy" IndyMedic I know who your date is in fact he is a very close friend of mine. I can tell you IndyMedic he is not a boy. He is just like you and I a MAN. So don't down grade him to a boy, show him respect in the forum and treat him well in person. Its a party have fun and relax. Your date is love by everybody. Let him enjoy the party to.

 

 

Thanks Niner 2323

[+ Axiom2001]

Apparently this is going to be a huge event this year. ...too bad that it is not going to be video taped from beginning to end and snippets of the vid will be placed at this site for those of us who will not be in attendance.

 

<I can't believe that this open invitation garnered 13 pages thus far. I would like to do further reading about those who are coming, not the other stuff which has filled these pages. Keep the content positive and try to live by those kind statements which, in the long run, will enhance this site and its presented information.>

[instudiocity]

WOW! I can't decide whether to attend or not... Originally, I planned NOT TO ATTEND. After reading this Soap Opera Digest prequel, I'm thinking I might attend just so I can be witness to the SOCIAL EVENT OF THE SEASON and the arrests, LOL!

[orbital sander]

I thought that I would never consider attending anything with Lucky's name on it (even loosely), however, this tread is making me visualize a HUGE cat-fight with naked escorts running around the pool furniture taking cover. All This drama makes me re-consider as well (only for about 1/10th of a second)...maybe a live web cam would be good. I can see it now, "Drama Weekend" in the Desert:D

[instudiocity]

... visualize a HUGE cat-fight with naked escorts running around the pool furniture taking cover. ...

Damn, I didn't even think about nekkid escorts running around. Oliver, you could put up a few webcams and sell passes to view the event! Now I'm thinking about escorts hand-cuffed together with the hand-cuffs being a sorta double-looped cock rings. HOT!

 

Do clients ever get nekkid at these events?