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Well as another year draws to a close and ...we count our blessings; mull over and regret our mistakes; and contemplate what could be in our futures ... I wanted to offer up some quotes as thoughts... "Ring out the old, ring in the new, Ring, happy bells, across the snow: The year is going, let him go; Ring out the false, ring in the true." - Alfred Lord Tennyson "No, life has not disappointed me. On the contrary, I find it truer, more desirable and mysterious every year ever since the day when the great liberator came to me: the idea that life could be an experiment of the seeker for knowledge and not a duty, not a calamity, not trickery." - Friedrich Nietzsche I feel that you are justified in looking into the future with true assurance, because you have a mode of living in which we find the joy of life and the joy of work harmoniously combined. Added to this is the spirit of ambition which pervades your very being, and seems to make the day's work like a happy child at play. - Albert Einstein Best wishes to all for peace, prosperity and happiness in the New Year...remember only YOU are the master of your passions. Stay safe and remember...do something nice for someone...today and everyday.:-) Happy New Year!:bddog: Have Fun, Jman

We are all so busy in our day to day lives...worried with this and concerned about that...doing this and rushing to complete that...but in this the season of care, warmth and giving I simply wanted to take the time to share a couple of quotes (and encourage others to do the same) that I thought spoke to the heart of the season... "Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful." - Norman Vincent Peale "Christmas is not a time or a season but a state of mind. To cherish peace and good will, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas." - Calvin Coolidge, 1927 "I have always thought of Christmas time, when it has come round, as a good time; a kind, forgiving, charitable time; the only time I know of, in the long calendar of the year, when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys." - Charles Dickens Enjoy the Holiday Season everyone and may peace and happiness fill your hearts. Merry Christmas, Jman

Great thread...so many of the replies struck a note with me. Have fun, Jman

Not necessarily a bad thing (being nice)...I will generally find a way to respond...even if I don't really want to sometimes. Something about a lesson I learned that said you attract more with honey...and then there is always the whole zen thing... ;-) Have fun, Jman

Hello Meg, Having the last word can be viewed as a good thing or a bad thing. If it is out of courtesy that you feel the need to reply, it is good. If it is part of a heated discussion, well then it can be bad. Personally, depending on the nature of the communication or the message, no I do not always feel I need to have the last word. Have fun, Jman

1. Lack of interest. 2. Lack of funds...but as has been mentioned here, there is always a way to find some funds. Have fun, Jman

I have to agree with Old Dog in his comments on this subject. While the anticipation and excitement of a first meeting derived from the newness is a cool thing...so is the adventure and excitement derived from a repeat. You see to me repetitive firsts means repeating the same basic things over and over....while repeats with the same person could be a new and different adventure each time with something different. There are also the intellectual and emotional aspects that are satisfied through a longer term relationship...connection and chemistry are key ingredients for me. Quite frankly, if its not broken...why fix it. Put another way, if one is enough, who needs more.... Have fun, Jman

What a great story...I have often said that I have been very fortunate to have met some of the most genuine people in my life in this hobby. Now I can say there are even some that I have not met that fall into that category. Best of luck to all in everything you do. jman47

Hello all, Must not forget that which is so obvious...but can remain hidden. As a perpetual learner, I could not help but point this out...A difference in mother tongues can offer opportunity to both parties to learn more from one another in their exchanges - be it language, culture or whatever. That in itself can be mutually beneficial, stimulating and hell...just plain fun.:wink::D Have fun, jman47

Hello Loki318, As you allude to - the answer to the question is the definition of what I have highlighted. The inherent problem is both questions is that they are open ended and hence the answers are open ended... I am thinking there COULD, could be a mutually beneficial and agreeable arrangement...but in my opinion as a naturally skeptical person..."Caveat emptor"...;) Have fun, jman47

Hello Jabba, There is a basic internal question you must answer for yourself before you decide what can work for you.:confused: I believe what you have to ask yourself is, "What am I looking for?" Is it sex? Excitement? A change of pace? The thrill? A fantasy? Companionship of another? Something else...? Once you can answer that question, then you can answer your question. I don't know if that helps...but whatever you do, good luck. Have Fun:cool:. jman47

Scott, Thank you for the question...great question. Emma, Great answer...All that I can add to your well versed remarks is this...the journey is often more fun if taken slowly, with stops (many stops) along the way. Sharing a dinner, then perhaps a bottle of wine with candlelight and a fireplace. Throw in a nice bath for two...and then...well you are getting the picture... The hours of seduction, foreplay, fun, relaxation and as you say taking things slow are awesome. There are also those rare times where you may just be in the mood to do it for hours on end:bddog::69: ... I have experienced both with great results and fantastic memories. Then the next morning there is absolutely something to be said for seeing that beautiful lady next to you when you awaken...nothin' else like it.:D There have even been times where the "jman morning alarm" was used to wake up said beautiful lady by slowly and seductively kissing and caressing her from lazy slumber to sensual awareness:lol::wink:. And then morning coffee...hi, hi - is always great...:wink:8-) Have fun, jman47

Hello All, Well I can only speak from my limited experience as a 40 something male. Women under 30 are less attractive to me for an encounter. I have tried and as someone said they made me feel lets say not so comfortable. Women over 30 took there time, made sure I was satisfied, reacted to my needs and overall were much more in touch with themselves, with me and with the encounter. There is also something to be said in this mans opinion for the class and sophistication that comes with experience. That comment is not to say women under 30 cannot have both...nor that women over 30 cannot be classless slobs. What I am saying is that a mature woman of 30+ who takes care of herself, has class, shows and acts with sophistication and self confidence is one of the sexiest creatures on earth. And yes it is about attitude too. Have fun, Jman

Hello Joyful C, IMHO undoubtedly the majority of the requests you are getting are from people who are either looking for a lower rate, a special or any kind of deal. Some may just be verification calls to be sure the rates are not outdated. As consumers in today's society we have all been trained if you will by retailers and advertisers to expect a discount. Everybody wants a deal...why should it be any different here. I do not believe it to be proper, nor do I participate in rate negotiations with ladies...I merely offer some input as to why some act as they do. Keep smiling ;), I suppose you can consider it all in a days work although I understand how having to use your valuable time to answer the questions can be an irritant... Have fun, jman47

Hello Emma A, Your friend does not have a problem at all...his wife does. I am not one to be judgmental, but her response sounds rather prudish to me. :rolleyes: It's quite normal to have what we boys call "morning wood". And I am in full agreement with those here who have echoed the sentiment that morning sex is a beautiful thing be it before coffee, after coffee or hell even during coffee...:mrgreen::wink:. Have fun, jman47