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Some PowerGirl Cosplay ... got a chuckle from the last pic, by the time I got that far I was definitely guilty!

Only MOD is able to delete a post. While it's in the period that you can still edit it, the most you can do is replace the text with some periods. You can message MOD requesting a post be deleted, but I believe there has to be a fairly good reason for needing it done.

I'm not sure how exactly this works, but I'm willing to stare till I figure it out.

Well, I've never hit any, and I miss them all! Seriously though, it seems to me if you're respectful, follow directions, do your research, and have a positive attitude, you'll much more likely to have a good experience and come away feeling happy. Of course, chemistry is always going to be a factor and presumably everyone has their off day. People are also wondrously different in variety, so not everyone is going to hit it off in the same way. But if some guys say they had a great time and a few others a terrible time...then maybe the variable isn't the lady. Of the encounters I've had a few of them have been wonderfully memorable while the others have been merely...great! If someone is only enjoying themselves 50% of the time, I'd be more likely to question what they are doing (or not doing).

While--generally--it is not a good idea to generalize, and though I can see how it would be frustrating, try to see it from the lady's perspective and it might not seem so personal. I don't think any lady here would say that every young person is immature. And age doesn't always bring wisdom, and no doubt there are older fellows who cause just as much aggravation. But if a lady finds that a given demographic is more inclined to no-show, haggle, or just not make for as good an overall experience, then at the end of the day it's her call to decide just to make a rule not to see anyone of a certain age. Yes, this probably means also missing out on some good potential clients, but that's not disrespect, it's simply her right. Most of us probably don't realize the degree of presumption and time-wasters a lady has to deal with on a regular basis, so we can't begrudge anything that makes them feel more comfortable or makes their day-to-day a bit easier. Show that you don't take it personally, be patient, and follow the excellent advice already given to you, and I've no doubt you'll have a chance to prove yourself and find a lady you can have a great experience with.

There is no lake in this photo.

I counted 400 reps before blinking...

Ha, the saga continues! First there was Chuck Norris' parody: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30aZiY1hTj4 But I think Vam Damme gets the last laugh:

I think Christy hit the nail on the head when she said the problem is the the potential client's end. It's not hard to find such basic information if one is willing to just open their eyes and turn their head slightly towards the monitor. It's obviously up to you how much time/effort you want to put into fellows that don't seem willing to put any time/effort in themselves. If you don't want to ignore them completely, you might consider setting up a standard, pre-made text reply that includes either basic information or simply a link to your website. That way instead of having to retype out lengthy messages numerous times a day, you can just quickly send the pre-made reply and move on with your day. Anyone who was at all serious would hopefully take the hint, read your site, and reply back.

Not to sidetrack this thread, but I'd like to take a guess at that. I suspect the rationalization that goes through a gent's head is that whatever travel destination and activities he has planned will be so enjoyable that simply getting those expenses covered will be enough to satisfy the donation amount. If a fellow feels like the experience and vacation itself are going to be fun, they assume the lady will as well (and yes, she might) and that this enjoyment will be sufficient compensation for her time. The thought is likely that she'll enjoy the experience just as much as if she was paying--and controlling--her own vacation. Such gents may have the best of intentions, but what I think they don't realize is that this is a form of bartering. In the end, how is offering a trip for a lady's time instead of her donation amount any different than offering a dinner out, fixing her computer, bringing her some good books, or anything else other than her requested donation amount. It is true, the trip itself may be enjoyable. But then, most of us gents hope that a lady enjoys the time she spends with us! This doesn't mean we then get to request a discount because she had fun. :)

I don't usually post to this thread, as I'm able to shrug off most things if they aren't too serious. But today a true tragedy has occurred. I lost track of time browsing Cerb and burnt an entire package of bacon to an inedible crisp. That's right, you read correctly. The. Whole. Damn. Package. Oh I'd heard people warn there were risks to getting involved with escorts. But I laughed them off, figuring they spoke in ignorance, and that I would be careful enough to avoid whatever dangers there may be. And yet, my mind adrift with thoughts of beautiful ladies, reading their posts, so absorbed that I was oblivious to the smell of burning...the smoke coming from the kitchen...I did not--could not!--know that my time here would mean the end of my bacon. At first, stunned, I thought it could be saved. I tried performing mouth to mouth, ice compresses, massage, even some alternative medicines...but to no avail. The bacon is gone, forever, before I even truly had a chance to get to know it. It feels, quite literally, likes ashes in my mouth. So goodbye bacon. You deserved better. Now if you'll excuse me I'm going to go console myself by looking at some boobies.