Seeking arrangements success!

[SROSFanboy]

@SROSFanboy he still online at SA?

 

Yes I believe so, although I terminated my profile and membership on the site after the month was up, so I can't see it now.

[MikeyGMin]

Then I'm confused - none of the 3 iMessages I showed delivered, and they're still not - so what DOES that mean? Plus, he had a 2nd (non-Apple) phone and I texted that one as well, with no response.

I tested this with a friend of mine a few weeks ago. He wanted to block his boss (lol) so he blocked me and we tested it. It was sent as an iMessage and I didn't get any "delivered" message. When he unblocked me, the bubble turned from blue to green (iMessage to SMS) but I still didn't get a delivered message -- which I never do on SMS texts.

[+ José Soplanucas]

I am considering to pay for the third time. The Texas Boy is still living with me, so far none of his rent applications has been accepted. We became very close friends, but as usual with me, I lost sexual interest. Living together has always killed my desire. He is not happy with that, but I promised him that once he moves out, I am sure I will be willing to get into his pants again. I think he is a little jealous of my Adam hook ups.

But the point is he will be moving soon, and I am a little curious. My second SA season was better then the first one. I wonder what a third season would bring.

You can see my evolution here:

 

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/06/30/seeking-sickening-arrangement/

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/07/21/finding-arrangement-2/

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/07/31/finding-arrangements-3/

[LookingAround]

Then I'm confused - none of the 3 iMessages I showed delivered, and they're still not - so what DOES that mean? Plus, he had a 2nd (non-Apple) phone and I texted that one as well, with no response.

 

https://www.google.com/amp/www.techadvisor.co.uk/how-to/mobile-phone/has-someone-blocked-my-number-iphone-3476005/%3famp

 

What happens to a blocked text message?

Texting someone who's blocked you works as you would expect. The message sends as normal, and you don't get an error message. This is no help at all for clues.

 

If you're using an iPhone yourself, you used to be able to get a clue as to whether someone has blocked you by sending an iMessage. The iMessage would attempt to send, but after a couple of minutes it would resend as a text message that would never be received by the person who blocked you.

 

Now, though, Apple has updated iOS so that (in iOS 9 or later), if you try to send an iMessage to someone who blocked you, it'll immediately say 'Delivered' and remain blue (which means it's still an iMessage). However, the person you've been blocked by will never receive that message.

 

1) he could have his phone turned off;

2) battery might be dead;

3) he threw the phone away or got a new number;

4) he’s in jail and can’t use his phone.

[cany10011]

I was giving a lecture at Yale earlier this spring and i decided to go on craigslist looking for a stud(ent) to hook up with. Met up with a gorgeous irish varsity rower who has visited me several times over the past summer and coming over tomorrow for the weekend. All in exchange for a nice meal and a reasonable stipend. He claims he does not want to escort and would prefer just some "help" with his rent.

[MikeyGMin]

Now, though, Apple has updated iOS so that (in iOS 9 or later), if you try to send an iMessage to someone who blocked you, it'll immediately say 'Delivered' and remain blue (which means it's still an iMessage).

Interesting. I was curious so I went back and looked, and this is definitely not what happened when we tested on August 23rd. The only reason I care is because we decided that telling your boss "I didn't get your text" is much more believable if it converts it to SMS. If it says "delivered" it's hard to claim technical issues. Lol

[LookingAround]

Are you using ios9 or later?

[MikeyGMin]

Are you using ios9 or later?

Yes. And so is he. Actually, just installed iOS 10 today, but I don't want to completely derail this thread.

[Vato Loco]

Interesting, [uSER=11551]

 

Attitude adjustment? Respect?[/uSER]

[uSER=11551]

 

Yes, you should respect people who don't want to shell out $79.95/month ISO the elusive 'gold nugget'.[/user]

[MikeBiDude]

[uSER=11551]

 

Yes, you should respect people who don't want to shell out $79.95/month ISO the elusive 'gold nugget'.[/user]

I do respect them, obviously a personal choice. And that advice can be applied vice-versa. All views respected, value is a personal opinion.

 

Attitude adjustment? Respect?

Of course in my post I was addressing the respecting of SA posters.

Edited September 23, 2017 by MikeBiDude

[SROSFanboy]

Yes. And so is he. Actually, just installed iOS 10 today, but I don't want to completely derail this thread.

 

OK well I'm on iOS 10.3.3, so the lack of a "Delivered" response does or doesn't mean blocked, then? I'm confused....

[Vato Loco]

 

Milage may vary, but by golly, keep sending your $79.95/ month to Brandon Wade (born Lead Wey; 1970)!

 

http://static5.businessinsider.com/image/4f9b1e0beab8eab219000020-960/brandon-wade.jpg

 

Net Worth: $35 Million

 

http://www.therichest.com/celebnetworth/celebrity-business/tech-millionaire/brandon-wade-net-worth/

[gallahadesquire]

Possibilities that come to mind:

1) he had good intentions when he accepted the offer but got cold feet at the prospect of flying somewhere and snipped all the connections to you

2) he saw an easy mark and intended to scam you from the outset. He walked away with the value of the ticket, presumably free and clear with no expenses.

3) he's a flake who doesn't know what he's going from one moment to the next and something shiny caught his attention.

4) something happened and he was willing but unable to get on the plane.

 

#2, followed by #3, closely.

[XochitlNagual]

Yes. And so is he. Actually, just installed iOS 10 today, but I don't want to completely derail this thread.

 

 

Do you like it so far? I'm not really digging the fact that I can't preview my messages when I pull the notification center down.

[MikeyGMin]

Do you like it so far? I'm not really digging the fact that I can't preview my messages when I pull the notification center down.

I like some of the things they've added for photos and screenshots, but I tend to be pretty slow and discovering new features. They have to jump out at me or be stumbled upon.

[john1973]

I was giving a lecture at Yale earlier this spring and i decided to go on craigslist looking for a stud(ent) to hook up with. Met up with a gorgeous irish varsity rower who has visited me several times over the past summer and coming over tomorrow for the weekend. All in exchange for a nice meal and a reasonable stipend. He claims he does not want to escort and would prefer just some "help" with his rent.

 

Lucky you! Looks like you'll be coming back to New Haven a few more times before he graduates!

[SROSFanboy]

Both What's Your Price.com and Seeking Arran

#2, followed by #3, closely.

 

I derailed any attempt to use the air ticket, since it was JetBlue - put the salvageable amount into Travel Bank, to which only I have the password and sign-in, so option #2 wouldn't work for him anyway.

[Reluctant Daddy]

I signed up for an intro 7 day trial and was pretty disappointed. Mostly guys looking to help them travel to the US from abroad with little to nothing in return. I have corresponded with a local college student. A 21 year old bi bodybuilder looking for help with his rent. He initially went from letting me service him to anything goes (including deep kissing) in discussion, after I declined subsequent offers and scenarios. He’s agreed to met 2-3 times a month in exchange, and is willing to do weekends for additional help. Since he’s not an escort, I’m not sure what warning signs to look for. I have zero intuition, and am a poor judge of character, so there’s that.

[+ José Soplanucas]

I signed up for an intro 7 day trial and was pretty disappointed. Mostly guys looking to help them travel to the US from abroad with little to nothing in return. I have corresponded with a local college student. A 21 year old bi bodybuilder looking for help with his rent. He initially went from letting me service him to anything goes (including deep kissing) in discussion, after I declined subsequent offers and scenarios. He’s agreed to met 2-3 times a month in exchange, and is willing to do weekends for additional help. Since he’s not an escort, I’m not sure what warning signs to look for. I have zero intuition, and am a poor judge of character, so there’s that.

 

Use your common sense. Meet him first in a public setting, for some coffee and conversation. We are not talking about hiring for one hour, we are talking about a long term arrangement, with multiple hours meetings involved. You should make sure there is good chemistry. If you are not confident, go slow. Your safety is paramount.

 

Said that, you are not going to get much from a 7 days trial in SA. In my experience it takes a long time to comb away the bad weed, but there are very worthy guys in there. Check the series in my blog, you may find some useful tips there.

 

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/06/30/seeking-sickening-arrangement/

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/07/11/finding-arrangements/

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/07/21/finding-arrangement-2/

http://ilikepinga.com/2017/07/31/finding-arrangements-3/

[marylander1940]

I signed up for an intro 7 day trial and was pretty disappointed. Mostly guys looking to help them travel to the US from abroad with little to nothing in return. I have corresponded with a local college student. A 21 year old bi bodybuilder looking for help with his rent. He initially went from letting me service him to anything goes (including deep kissing) in discussion, after I declined subsequent offers and scenarios. He’s agreed to met 2-3 times a month in exchange, and is willing to do weekends for additional help. Since he’s not an escort, I’m not sure what warning signs to look for. I have zero intuition, and am a poor judge of character, so there’s that.

 

He's not an escort?

 

He's exchanging sex/company for money (rent). Even if you are sending a check to his landlord, you're paying him for in exchange of intimacy.

 

Maybe he sees other guys who are "helping him pay his rent" too.

 

[MikeyGMin]

He's not an escort?

It's a different mindset and the parameters can be very different.

 

If you have never been in one of these arrangements, you really don't know what you're talking about. These things aren't the simple quid pro quo of an escort session.

[marylander1940]

It's a different mindset and the parameters can be very different.

 

If you have never been in one of these arrangements, you really don't know what you're talking about. These things aren't the simple quid pro quo of an escort session.

 

I was... years ago I had a student from GW stay at my home for free in exchange for sex 1 a week. No money was exchanged, just free room and food. That was a SA.

 

What's the difference between giving money or paying his rent directly to his landlord?

 

You're exchanging $ for intimacy. Maybe the guy is not an escort, but he's certainly escorting.

 

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cMwt_70nFrE/UPr0GXuqMqI/AAAAAAAABMk/5ZrPpVvDoh0/s1600/03.jpg

[AndreFuture]

I was... years ago I had a student from GW stay at my home for free in exchange for sex 1 a week. No money was exchanged, just free room and food. That was a SA.

 

What's the difference between giving money or paying his rent directly to his landlord?

 

You're exchanging $ for intimacy. Maybe the guy is not an escort, but he's certainly escorting.

 

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cMwt_70nFrE/UPr0GXuqMqI/AAAAAAAABMk/5ZrPpVvDoh0/s1600/03.jpg

All sex work isn't escorting, just like all automobiles aren't trucks.

 

Surely you know this.

[josh282282]

I’m not sure what warning signs to look for. I have zero intuition, and am a poor judge of character, so there’s that.

 

Well, you certainly are at least a good judge of your own character/abilities, because your self-professed lack of good judgement in others is a huge red flag. But lets think that through: these guys on SA probably are gonna be stronger, younger, bigger than you. They are needing money, sometimes despartely so. There are a lot of Crazies out there, and some of them are criminal. Those types are the ones who will do anything to save themselves from whatever predicament they are in. Maybe you should stick with well-vetted escorts who you can better trust? There are just too many scenarios from mild/inconvenient to catastrophic/lethal that you could be a victim to. Or at the very least consider some very robust strategies for personal safety. For example, tell a trusted friend what you are doing and who you are doing it with. And seriously consider letting the guys you meet know this. That will give any SA jerk pause to think who wishes to harm you if things don't go his way.

 

To be sure, all of us need to be careful and leery of Danger but some of us are better judges of character than others. I was born and raised in a rough part of town. My Red Flag Indicator is well-honed. I have been known to spot thiefs, liars, and manipulators from afar. Even knowing that, I know I am at some risk, but your self-assessent is alarming.

 

I wish you all the best.

 

Josh

[+ goosh69]

Are trophy wives escorts? What about ANY spouse or SO who is dating someone who makes a lot more money than them? ITs a spectrum.