Athos

Great post Malika ... in this business, everything else has to be trumped by the question of personal consent, which overrides other considerations. If someone is a racist, it's quite reasonable to say that their personal preferences don't trump the right of the customer to be served at a restaurant. But for sex workers, consent does override other considerations. While I agree completely that not seeing clients because of race, ethnicity, etc. is fundamentally distasteful, there may be reasons for the provider's choices. At the end of the day, however, it's hard to say they don't have the right to exercise those choices.

Well, the Charter wouldn't apply, as it only applies to actions of parliament, legislatures, or governments. But the application of Human Rights codes is interesting. Of course, it would require a complaint, which likely wouldn't be made. I can just imagine ... "Hi Honey ... I'm off to my hearing before the Human Rights Tribunal on the denial of services by an escort. You remember, last year when I was away on that business trip ... Don't worry, I'll be home for dinner." Porthos

So very sorry for your loss ... your post moved me tremendously. What a beautiful eulogy for a loving and loved companion. Porthos

I tend to book well in advance, usually around travel plans. So in some ways it really doesn't matter to me. I assume the lady organizes her other appointments so that there is ample time to be prepared for mine. Porthos

Happy New year everyone. Hope 2014 is fabulous and that it brings everyone health and prosperity. Here's to the New Year (and to sexy Irish accents) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wKZCyBNk_k&sns=em

ice cream and skype ... it will be like you are in the same room.

well .. on me business suit .... on you Yoga gear champagne or beer

moonlight steak ... rare or other?

Just watched my cats enjoy the sardines that Santa left for them in their stockings (tinned, not fresh).

My geography of memory is related to food and drink. I remember most cities, neighbourhoods, even countries in relation to particular restaurants/pubs where I have eaten. Most of England is mapped in my mind in relation to local ales. Porthos

I'm not really sure how I would know if a provider was high volume or low volume. The only sense it in which it matters is if it affects the level/quality of service I receive. If a high volume provider becomes a "clock watcher", or rushes clients out the door, doesn't have enough time between clients to put the time and attention into preparation for appointments, or is too tired to put much effort into the appointment, then it matters to me. These really aren't necessarily issues of being "high" or "low" volume ... it really relates more to how the provider approaches the business. I have a preferance for quality encounters. Porthos

trying to do a bit of work to get ahead before I go back on Jan. 2nd. But getting distracted by CERB, peanut brittle, and the pot of coffee that is brewing Portho

peanut brittle!

Take care, and it is a shame to see you leave. Hope you find a hat that fits. Seems to have been an exodus of late. Porthos

we broke our traditions this year, in order to help ailing parents keep their traditions alive. It was nice.

Just finished unplugging a drain ... Now a cup of coffee and returning to doing nothing

congrats RG Porthos

A nice idea .... but no way I'm even going to speculate. They were all wonderful and fabulous. And yes, I'm both copping out and telling it like it is. and besides ... she knows who she is! :icon_biggrin: Porthos

Real tree mashed potatoes or scalloped potatoes

Good luck Castle. I really commend you for taking a bold step and making a commitment to your own needs and self-improvement. You'll always be welcome here, and I certainly hope to see you posting again sometime in the future. Take are and best wishes. Porthos

as others have said, lots of threads on this topic and you will see that the ladies also frequently post about particular issues and behaviours that upset them. The upshot of it all: 1) follow the lady's rules (everything from how to make contact, verification, to what happens in the encounter) 2) never negotiate price or services 3) be clean 4) behave like a gentleman and treat her with respect