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I am not sure any one can pick the ultimate or best for someone else as there is just way to much personal preference factors... what could be an amazing session for me with fantastic connect might be a bust for someone else.... that said Halifax is blessed with a plethora of ladies with excellent reputations here on LYLA... I can personally recommend: Midnight Energies http://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=216899 Ms. Manda http://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=217435 Manuella Cruz (visiting July 19th and 20th)http://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=217540 But there are probably a dozen other ladies in Halifax who i would love to meet but have not had the opportunity to yet: Maraena Katherine Sierra Exotic Touch Danielle Lilly The Red Headed Raven Lexy Grace etc...etc...etc So if you are in Halifax you really should not have any problem finding an amazing lady as your companion for the evening. Just my Opinion

This thread is definitely worth the read. My first encounter with an SP involved a lot of communication prior to the encounter. We shared a few common interests and I saw something one day in a store that I thought would make a nice gift. By the reaction I witnessed after giving her my gift, it was most certainly appreciated. Really made me happy seeing how happy she was. Of course, I took a risk in giving that gift. You never know if a gift will be appreciated or not till given. And a lot of us guys kind of suck at picking gifts. It's kind of hard to mess up a tip. Best bet is to read a lady's website, see her interests, and if you have a strong enough grasp on those interests, give an appropriate gift. Don't think toys are worth it, unless of course tgey are on a wishlist. If completely unsure, stick to cash. Oh, I forgot to mention the idea of a thank you card. Someone mentioned it and it seems to make perfect sense.

For me Meeting a lady for the first time is always hugely exciting... the nervousness of the first encounter along with the anticipation of connecting with someone in a couple of hours of exciting passion just makes first visits wonderful... of course I tend to do my homework and see ladies who are well established and as a result my experience with first visits tends to be very successful. Now that said and regardless of how wonderful those first meetings tend to be I still think they can't really hold a candle to a repeat appointment with an amazing lady who you have already made a connection with.... There is something about knowing that behind that door is a wonderful sexy beautiful lady who you have already established a connection with someone who knows what you like and is eager to make the next couple of hours totally about you. The nervous excitement of the first visit is replaced by the heightened passion of knowing you will be reconnecting with her and building on what you both already know about each other. For most if not all the ladies I have had repeat appointments with these repeat encounters are accompanied by some degree of communication between visits where our connection has been built further and the excitement and anticipation of the visit has been built. Bottom line I repeat with ladies who I have had a connection with... ladies with whom I have a shared interest that transcends just the physical pleasure of her company... A connection that enhances the physical and includes a mental stimulation. Ok that was the long answer... the short answer is I repeat with ladies I Like. Just my Opinion

Really you should contact a lady who interests you and ask her. She may not have posted sleepover/vacation rates, but if asked she will give you a rate. Who I would like to travel with could be different from who you like. And any ladies I'd like to spend extended time with I already know JMHO but a vacation with a companion would be better with someone you already know, not with a companion you don't and won't know until you meet for the vacation. Some ladies may be uncomfortable doing an extended date with someone they don't know. Two strangers away together could be a recipe for disaster...what if you find out you are incompatible with her and vice versa Finally, a lady may very well request some alone time during the vacation. I know just on a weekend sleepover the lady who blessed me with her company had her personal routine (as I did too). So don't be surprised if a lady requests some alone time while on a vacation with you Good Luck RG

Still nothing. I was out in a longer sun dress dress today with nothing on underneath. lol.

For the past year or so I've been meeting up every couple months with a particular lovely gal... she seems to really understand what I like and I've had consistently great experiences with her; we talked like friends and we're both amateur artists and we show each other pictures of the painting we've created. Its a lovely escape. She is not the only woman I've repeated with... In all cases, I've repeated with women who were particularly memorable. Additional Comments: One of the things that surprised me was that when I repeated with a gal (Lux) several months after my first appointment, she remembered me, including details of what I do for a living, and she was very happy to see me. I really didn't expect that she would remember me from only seeing me once before. I used to be reluctant to repeat because I was worried I would become attached to a lady. An even now, I sometimes see different ladies to ensure that that doesn't happen.

Im not ADVOCATING anything ,just saying ,I hope nobody is depillating for my benefit. Here's one reason whyhttp://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2012/aug/07/pubic-hair-has-job-stop-shaving

hummm indeed... I would like to think I am a soft spoken, passionate, generous, shy, kind, very easy going somewhat funny person. I can be a bit of a procrastinator, depending on the situation. and of course super hot! (ok I might be pushing my luck there ) :)

Just wanted to know how a girl becomes a regular girl that you like to repeat with. Is it her looks. Her services. Amazing sex. chemistry or Connection. Genuinely enjoys your company. Make's you feel like a king? Funny, sense of humour. Feels like an old friend. Someone you can talk to about your personal secrets. PM's and emails after encounter. For me it is a combination of Chemistry, and someone who treats me like a king and genuinely likes me, and someone I would like to care about as a friend. Someone who has a good sense of humour and continues contact with me after we meet. Looks and services are not as important as the above. What are your criteria for a girl to become a girl that you would see regularly.

Figured I'd start a thread where anybody here on CERB can post their Twitter handles. I've been using Twitter for a few years now, and love it, but I have only recently created a Twitter account for my CERB persona. I've found a few of the CERB girls and hobbyists on there already, but I figured this would be a good place to find more. My Twitter handle is @smith_wick. (https://twitter.com/Smith_wick) Its a great place to communicate! Look me up!

Before I write my recommendation, I just want to make sure everyone is clear to the fact that the MA at the end of Michelle's name I believe stands for for Massage Attendant. Michelle is independant and therfore doesn't work in any parlours. She is not an SP and therefore doesn't provide FS or any other services except for massage, body slide and a manual release. My first meeting with Michelle was just outstanding. We had good chemistry from the start and evrything went better than I had anticipated. I arrived at the appointed time and went up to her place. I decided to put my glasses away as i was nearing the door and before I could knock, the door opened. I thought this was really nice of her. She kind of stood behing the door so she would not be seen from others who may be in the hallway. When I saw her my jaw dropped. She looked even better than her pics and what a great smile that she had on the entire time I was with her. We talked a little to get acquinted, then we both got undress so we could proceed to the shower. That wonderful BUM pic in her album his definitively hers, what a view. She also has nice little breasts with gorgeous nipples that are very responsive to stimulation. From that point on it was amazing as she knows how to keep you erotically stimulated. Great shower, followed by a most relaxing massage. What was also great about Michelle is that she constantly ensures you are well taken care of and that you enjoy every minute and even ask you if there are particular areas that you want her to pay more attention to. No not that area I am not there yet, wait for it. Great conversation all that time and lest just say a well placed mirror provides for excellent views. After massage, it was time for body slides. Wow that was great, first on my back and then of course I turn around and she did the slides over my stomach and over Mr Happy who was getting even happier with every slide. Then it was time for the manual release. She was taking her time which help build up quite a bit of pressure. When I finally let go, I was amazed at how far I sprayed my load. It is a good thing this was an evening appointment and I was a littel tired from a full days work. Had it been morning, I think the walls would have needed some cleaning. We Talked some more after, had a shower, got dress and smiled all the way home. It was really fantastic. The best way to describe my meeting with Michelle is to say I had a GFE massage. If every girlfriend would give such massage, marriage would be on the rise. The entire experience was unbelievable and unrushed. Michelle sure is a very classy lady. Repeat Oh yes many times. Just thinking about it is exciting. I better stop this here and go have a cold shower.

Hello Gentleman! I am heading to Ottawa for my first time and thought I'd come say hello! I've had a few requests to come out this way and I am happy to be able to accommodate. I am a discreet upscale service provider and offer top notch sensual encounters for those looking for a truly slow, sexy and incredible experience. I offer intensely sensual sessions at flat rates, that are all inclusive. If you've been wanting something a little different, a little sexier with sensational passion you've found your girl. My reviews can be found on the review section on my website. I'm offering intimate solo sessions for respectful gentleman in an upscale location that are sure to make you a believer in the art of talking and cuddling. Appointments are always booked only for you, no double booking ever, and no rushing. Your comfort and relaxation is paramount for me. For more info about me and reviews go to www.CharlotteEdwards.ca ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ottawa Mon July 27 3pm-11pm Tues July 28 11am-8pm All Inclusive Rates: $300/h $375/75 min $450/90 min $600/2 hours $850/3 hours Longer appointments more than 3 hours are always available, so please inquire. I would love to accompany you on a romantic dinner date, or to a movie, or spend the night on the town. Personally i prefer longer sessions, so if in doubt go for the longer full experience so that you can enjoy every moment. :) Fresh towels, soap, mouthwash, and all supplies included at my condo. Low volume and discreet. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALL INCLUSIVE RATES. NO UPSELLS. RECENT PICS www.CharlotteEdwards.ca You won't be disappointed. :) Please use my contact form on my website for booking inquiries. Thank you! See you soon! Charlotte xoxo My review: http://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=694491#post694491

After some bad experiences it took me a while to call her, but she arrived and I did the classic foo to mouth decease as I was wow'd as her photos made her look a bit more stocking, she was this petite lil lady, dressed in a tight black dress, thigh high stockings on and heels. I was confused as her photos did not do her justice, it was a hot and sexy meeting, i was expecting one girl who seemed so nice and real in the texts vers the classic "Hey babe come get me" I invited her based on personality and she has lots.... She was nice polite and someone I knew, it was not awkward and so smooth of a date. Anyone asking for this lady for some time would not regret it, she took every position I gave her without a complaint, she took my size and enjoyed it, it was not fake. I wish every meeting went this positive, I will with a 200% chance of calling SweetBrit1979 back again, the photo is one I took while at her visit I was trying to capture her small sexy body. And for the record she is under 30 a M I L F and well her 1979 on her name is a lucky number! Anyhow thanks for reading (I also made this recommendation as I could not find 1)

I literally dumped the past in the garbage today after I found a box of things hiding behind another box of Christmas stuff from a prior relationship such as cards, etc. I thought I had already tossed them long ago but good riddance! I feel lighter and so does my storage closet! As they say, the past no longer exists. Live for today and tomorrow!

For those who, like me, hadn't noticed it. https://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=370 h/t RG :)

I prefer email as a primary form of communication to arrange a meeting. Putting my thoughts in written form works better for me. I tend to get tongue-tied over the phone, being a shy guy and all. It's not that I would give a call to an SP if that was a requirement of hers, but I know I'll be a pack of nerves. ;) Would also help if I owned a cell phone. Hehe I have no problems with waiting for a reply from someone. I take a methodical approach to making a booking. I do my research and first communicate with a proper greeting and if I have any questions I'll get them out in the open right away. I'm in no rush, and I might be talking about an arrangement months in advance (which I hope comes across clearly in my communication). Although I like a lot of back and forth communication prior to a session (and was spoiled by my first SP, though I really appreciated it, thank you), I've learnt that restraint is best as most SPs don't like excessive chit chat. I don't want to waste someone's time as it's just as valuable as money.

I offer foot fetish and worship requests :)

Ha ha! I recently decided to stop waxing since I am not doing it for me but because it's the "normal" thing to do. I now keep a full, but well-trimmed bush and I am quite happy.

Currently commando!

Agent Provocateur - picked up the parcels today & I am so excited to wear them!

I was driving my MX5 with the top down when the heavens opened up. Only a few km away from home so I drove the rest of the way with the top down and the rain gently falling. Got a few 'stares' from other drivers, but haven't had so much fun running errands in a while. Nothing a towel didn't fix when I got home... CM

Chillow's for the family! Mine kept going missing hmmmm......

Non-fiction books The Ethical Slut by Dossie Eastman and Janet Hardy Are Prisons Obsolete? by Angela Davis The History of Sexuality by Michel Foucault Whores and Other Feminists ed. Jill Nagle The Promise of Happiness by Sarah Ahmed The Second Sex by Simone de Beauvoir Casting Out: The Eviction of Muslims from Western Law and Politics by Sherene Razack Sex at the Margins: Migration, Labour Markets and the Rescue Industry by Laura Agustin (see also her blog http://www.lauraagustin.com) Non-fiction essays Thinking Sex: Notes for a Radical Theory of the Politics of Sexuality by Gayle Rubin [http://www.feminish.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Rubin1984.pdf] Fiction If On A Winter's Night a Traveller by Italo Calvino Gravity's Rainbow by Thomas Pynchon Meat Cake by Dame Darcy Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick Day of the Triffids by John Wyndham The Princess Bride by William Goldman The Story of the Eye by Georges Bataille

Hi there, thank you for checking my ad. You will not be disappointed with my A+++ massage... My name is Vivian. I'm 28 years old. Gorgeous, i am a classy looking Lady with long black hair, seductive cat eyes ...., beautiful silky soft, tanned skin. work out body with all the right curves in the right places. You have finally met your dream girl... I greet you at the door with a lovely smile then lead you to the massage room...I will start with a deep soothing tissue massage to relax all your muscles then follow with a soft touch to invigorate your whole body then the fun time ... It will be the most relaxing, creative and passionate session for you ever. So amazing that you cannot help yourself from thinking about it and want to come back for more ! http://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=92146 For relaxing massage $40/30m $50/45m $70/60m appointment only, call/text me at 6l3 7l2 l2OO mon to sat 10am to 7pm

I think you were wise in not taking things further with that woman. There is a difference between seeing a paid companion and having a tryst with someone who may or may not have expectations following the encounter which could spell bad news for you. As for guilt, well, I don't feel I'm in a position to give an objective comment.

You pay so that you don't have bullsiht drama blwoing up and ruining your life. Keep it that way, FFS. Cheating with civilian pssuy will fcuk up your life. As for guilt, fcuk it either way. You know what you want, so get what you want and fcuk what anyone else thinks.

I love your list. I particularly want to comment on the Harry Potter suggestion. OK not the best written serie ever. (Take every supernatural cliche and jam them into one book series). .....But these books did add significant value to my life. My kids were always avid readers and heavily into the series. We read every book cover to cover together at least once and often more. We did midnight book release parties at the local book store and the whole bit. I'm about 6'4 so i do I make a great Hagrid next to the small kids ;) . Anyway, praise where it is due. Great series for bridging the gap between new reader and old. I loved reading it with them and loved the anticipation that the writing brought out. Should be on every parents reading list for sure.

A similar situation came up for me a couple years ago. A woman who was a friend told me she was attracted to me. I was in a quandary because I was attracted to her. I was reluctant to get involved with her for two reasons. (1) I valued her as a friend and didn't want a romantic entanglement to jeopardize that friendship. (2) I like my wife. Sexually my marriage is pretty stagnant, but my wife is the mother of my kids, she's a good person, we have fun together, and other then the absence of sex, I'd say we're happily married. Having an affair with that woman would have jeopardize both my marriage and my friendship. I've been seeing escorts for 6 years now. I do not feel guilty at all about seeing escorts. I suspect my wife tacitly knows. I actually did ask her permission a few years ago, but I was joking... I wasn't really feeling guilty about thinking about that other woman either... but I did feel guilty to the other woman... I felt that I had led her on... She actually told me I had seduced her with my words... my friendship with her ended a year ago anyway, but for totally unrelated reasons -- turns out she was a nut case; quite emotionally unstable; so glad I didn't get physically or emotionally involved with her.

Yeah its not a nice feeling....and I for one will never understand it...why confirm a time to meet and have no intentions on showing up Headache!

This was shared with me by a lady I know not sure of its origins but it spoke to me about true beauty.... it does not answer the OP'S original question but in all honesty the concept of beauty is way to subjective to have a real answer. "I don't have an amazing figure or a flat stomach. I am far from being considered a model but. I'm me. I eat food. I have curves. I have more fat than I should. I have scars because I have a history. Some people love me, some like me, some hate me. I have done good. I have done bad. I love my pj's and I go without makeup and sometimes don't get my hair done. I'm random and crazy. I don't pretend to be someone i'm not. I am who I am. You can love me or not. I won't change!! And if I love you, I do it with my Heart! I make no apologies for the way I am." Just my Opinion

This Lexi girl is a scam. Saw her today and she sends you in the shower and then her "brother" shows up. She sends you a text while your in the bathroom telling you that you need to go for 20 mins cuz she needs to speak to her "brother" and it's really important. Pictures aren't of her but if you look up past posts through her account you will find accurate pictures. I had a bad feeling from the texts and should have listen to my gut. My 1st and last scam. From now on I will stick to the recommended girls. Hope this helps and no one else gets scammed by these 2. Can't get her ad to connect with this post. Her/their # they use is (204) 515-4850

lets see. It's hard to describe ones self but here's a bit of what I think I am. Fun,carefree,honest,a little quirky,I like to think I'm funny. Lol independent and strong. I love just being me.

Light blue with black lace. And they say "can't stop, won't stop!" In gold lettering

It's hard to say whether these books changed my life; certainly gave me much to think about. 1) Awake and dreaming: Kit Pearson. Children's book. 2) Still Alice: Lisa Genova. The horror of alzheimers and the importance of autonomomy, memories, and the argument of living vs. Existing. 3) Maus: Artie Spiegelman. Several stories within a story, he presents a harrowing, honest, unembellished look at the horrors of WWII. 4) Brave New World: Aldus Huxley. A cliche dystopia, but a damn good one. The similarities between that world and our world today gives me chills. We are headed for very bad things. 5) Letters to my grandchildren: David Suzuki. The importance of preserving our natural world, as well as maintaing challenges for self growth and overcoming bigotry. 6)The man who mistook his wife for a hat: Oliver Sacs. A reminder that while case studies are fascinating, at the end of the day they are people. Fascinating, heart breaking and inspiring. 7) When the body says no: the costs of hidden stress: Dr. Gabor Mate. Stress destroys everything. 8)Scary stories to tell in the dark: Alvin Schwartz. These stories prompted my love of horror as a child. As an adult the collection of folk tales speaks of our history, societal fears, and humour amidst dark and scary things. 9) Harry Potter: J.R.R Rowling. I loved these books as a kid and still do. Always. 10) Any books on my Bryer Miggs personality type. If your type resonates strongly with you, it's really helpful to look into resources to enhance yourself.

Hi All, Just wanted to let you know that I will be doing in calls this week at a classy hotel downtown until Thursday afternoon - and outcalls for the weekend. Look forward to making you smile :) xo Brit

The Predatory Female: A Field Guide to Dating and the Marriage-Divorce Industry 4 and 1/2 stars out of 5 One of its nuggets of wisdom: "The SP will be the most honest woman you will ever meet. Only she will ever tell you how much she will end up costing you" lol, gotta love it!

All Women and Spring Time by Brandon W. Jones Incredible view of Koran hardships, industry related and immigration challenges! Impossible to not be engulfed by the rich characters and happy to know after reading the acknowledgments, it is very very true to real person's experiences. I could read this again...hmmm think I just might!

"Ask and it is Given" by Esther and Jerry Hicks. Ever ask yourself what am I doing here? I asked myself that about a year ago. I'm heavily into the law of attraction and my life is much better as a result in all areas. Anything related to metaphysics, personal development or spiritual based books, I enjoy reading. Posted via Mobile Device

I will give a few for myself that I have being told plus what I try to be in my real life and even more with being a hobbiest: Happy Very respectful to others Polite A good listener Thoughtful Considerate Sort of a neat freak Like to be organized, having things planned out well ahead. Mischievous, a little devilish for sure I like to laugh I try to be a little Funny, makes life that much better. Athletic, played sports all my life Strong(feelings and body) Thankful of what I have in life A giver of my time in volunteering and more if I can afford it if I can help someone especially around the special times of the year. Strong believer in treating someone the way you would like them to treat you in my personal life, here on Lyla and in my work. The final one I am Horny for sure

Hello gents i will be back in Kingston friday for 6 days Cant wait to bite nibble and lick :-p For those who have never met me b4 u can pm call text or email for more info 613-716-3255 [email protected] Kisses Tracey...

Many providers don't provide their address in written form (i.e. email or text) and I think this is probably a helpful approach. Disclose only enough information to make the rendezvous work on your terms!Stay safe and don't give any time to the arseholes!

Phaedrus said it well, she's awesome and I had fun with her She doesn't treat me like a client and I don't consider her a SP, we're more like friends RG

Looks don't hurt, but as Charlie Sheen once said "for every extraordinarily beautiful woman, there is a guy that has had his fill of her". For me, it's a lady that is easy to talk to, that enjoys my company and there is some chemistry. If I have all that, then the sex will always be great because, at least for me, it's 95% mental and 5% physical.

I can generally describe it as a sense that we're "on the same wavelength": during our conversations our minds are compatible; we don't agree on everything, and in fact her different perspective is valuable in itself; but we can talk about stuff comfortably and learn from each other. she's made an effort, prepared for the session, and she's fully present during our time together. she's sexually comfortable with herself and with me, generally uninhibited, excitable, engaged, and I believe she's aroused and enjoying herself during our time together. I feel I can share kinks and oddball interests, that she'll likely understand or recognize what I'm interested in and how that works, and if not already experienced she's game for trying. rather than just a sense of "aw heck she'd be a great friend!" (though that's cool too), she invokes an air of sensuality, the ability to seduce, and for undefinable reasons provokes my own sexual response. I leave our encounter with a smile on my face and a bit of a glow. It's really much less about appearance, and more about personal engagement, openness, and comfort as well as the potential for some kind of sustainable, in-synch excitement for future sessions.

I've discovered for me that sex without chemistry is pretty "blaw" and I have little interest in it. So for me it's that there is a strong "real" chemistry and genuine mutual attraction between a lady and I. Physical attributes play very little role for me. Mentally, if we're a good match then the laughter and sense that we feel like old friends seems to come easily. I guess that ladies I have visited with the most on a return basis have all openly expressed that they actually enjoyed our time together as much as I did. That inherently makes me feel good and want to return.

Can't really put it into words....you might call it chemistry.But I do know from experience, even if the first visit was great.... the second or subsequent vivits will probably be better. The reason is trust, it is amazing what a difference that makes. It is amazing but, things get turned up a notch as the trust factor increases. I think it is just instinct, that sense that this is a good fit, that brings you back for more.

Ahhh, the ?tipping? debate! I noticed there was a decided void in SP response so I will take a minute to share my thoughts? From an agency girl perspective, tipping is often a way to generate extra income because after they pay the agency and the driver, they usually end up on the short end of the stick. 10 years ago, I ran for an agency, we collected $260 for an hour, with $110 going to the house, $40-$100 to the driver depending on where the visit was located, which left me maximum of $110 with as little as $10 in my pocket. With a $15 book on fee and mandatory car cell phone fees of $25 per night, I needed 3 full fees per night to make working worthwhile, God forbid I get credit card calls, which somehow always worked out us getting nothing. We were not allowed to refuse a call so we had to find creative ways to ensure we were paid. Tipping for extra service was the only way to keep our heads above water. The nice thing was that we had a shift, we worked, and we went home and had a life. That said, it was unfair to the guest who would end up with less than what he expected because he was not prepared for the extra fees. Independents are in a slightly different boat. We usually have a higher upfront fee, but we also assume ALL the costs incurred, which is far more than many realize. If we charged what we feel we should to get our ROI, the protests would be heard long and loud. Many Indies have a smaller bottom line than an ambitious girl at a well run agency. So when it comes to tips, many things need to be considered. In the south, SP's are tipped much in the same manner as a restaurant. Anyone walking a restaurant wouldn?t consider walking out without leaving a tip if everything was satisfactory. I tip everyone in the service industry, from the girl who washes my hair, to the man at Suny?s who pumps my gas because a little bit from many adds up at the end of the day. Flowers and trinkets are lovely in thought, but a girl can?t deposit wilted stems into an RRSP, and my bank doesn?t seem to take dildos, massage oil, garter belts or silk stockings on deposit -go figure! As Joyful C has so wisely stated, most SP?s live a fragile existence financially. We provide an illusion of playful luxury for our guests benefit, but rest assured, 90% of the time it is smoke and mirrors. Behind the scenes we struggle to pay our bills, put diapers on our babies and try to take care of those we love, all the while working on a way to get to a normal existence if that does in fact even exist. An extra $20 from each client equals a full appointment by the end of the week, and at the end of the month that pays the cell phone, buys the groceries and lets us take the little ones away for the weekend after we have paid both rents (home and incall), all our advertising, babysitters, hydro, car repairs, personal maintenance and the same expenses everyone else has. Not to mention the monthly payments on augmentation, lifts, tucks and anything else to keep us up to the exceptionally high standards expected if we want to continue making money in this arena. There are few SP?s who can keep up the daily client service to ensure long term financial viability in this business because of the emotional and physical toll this business extracts which sometimes means extended time offs to get our heads, hearts and bodies back in order. We have no paid holidays, benefits or paid personal days. If there is a crisis that forces us to take time off, we lose money and clients which often means we work regardless of illness, pain or any other of lifes challenges. Each SP has her own reasons for working, but the universal element is that we all are trying to achieve some sort of financial stability. I never expect tips, and I can count on one hand how many I have received since my arrival in Canada because of the nature of the business here. Hate to tell you guys, but Canadian men are not known for their generous nature, they rank a close second to Germans in this realm (I think the outlandishly high taxes inflicted in both countries has something to do with it!). I would never expect a tip from guests that have me on retainer, I see them weekly. But unless you are going to be a bankable commodity in a SP?s life, a tip relative to the quality of service is a sure way to say thank you and have her know you mean it... Catherine