Athos

enjoying a very nice glass of single malt after a long day. Porthos

PSE = post-secondary education. I saw something recently where someone wrote, referring to universities, that they were deeply committed to PSE. Me too, I thought!!

It happened to me this past summer. I booked a provider (not on CERB) who had a pretty good reputation. When the door opened she wasn't unattractive, but really wasn't what I was looking for at all. Pictures were fairly deceptive, but more than that the whole attitude towards the session didn't feel right to me. I showered, came out of the bathroom, apologized and simply said I didn't think she was what I was looking for and left. I did insist she keep the full donation. Most expensive shower I've ever had. Porthos

Charitable giving, whether through money or time, is very important. At this time of year I always make donations to local food banks and toy drives. Toy drives seem particularly important to me as no child should be without a new toy at Xmas. Over the winter I also make sure my kids recycle their old winter coats to the various charities that make sure kids get winter coats. On a more permanent, year round basis, I make monthly donations through payroll to the my local United Way. Porthos

finished a major project today. A huge relief to get it off my desk. Celebrating with a nice pint of Guinness.

quick answer ... yes! bigger question is how often? Porthos

OMG .... I am so glad that my SO lacks the computer skills to be able to do any of that!!! Do you need divorce lawyer recommendations? I know I would if this happened to me. Porthos

Spud, I'll echo what others are saying here. Don't rush into things, don't assume that people don't care and love you. You have lots of friends here, and I'm sure elsewhere as well. Take a minute, regroup, and think about where you want to be in your life. Then try to see your way through to making that happen. We've all been there my friend. I certainly know that I have been. And if you are really feeling troubled, there is absolutely nothing wrong about seeking some professional help. I think it's hard for men to sometimes come to terms with realizing that sometimes we can't do it on our own and that we might need help. But a really good counsellor can be a godsend. Porthos

Yes as well ... something I haven't had the opportunity to do, but is definitely on the bucket list. Now I just need to find the right people to make fantasy become a reality. Porthos

I don't have strong feelings on this, but I can certainly understand how ladies on the board might feel differently. I agree with Christy that there is something a little creepy about it. In general, i think the whole notion of blocked/hidden profiles runs somewhat counter to the philosophy of the board as a community. Since we are all anonymous anyway (unless we choose to disclose more to certain people), the whole notion of hiding your profile seems somewhat redundant. You actually don't have to put anything particularly revealing in your profile. just my .02 on a Saturday morning. Porthos

There are some people that it is very difficult to imagine a world without them in it. Nelson Mandela was one of those types of figures. His name had been prominent in my consciousness for most of my life. It is extremely difficult to think of him as gone. The number of tributes pouring in from all over the world speak to how profoundly this one man changed our world. Porthos

a Tonka dump truck that looked very much like this one (after I played with it for years and years)

my partner is strongly hinting about a kitchen appliance she wants. I think i smell a trap!!! Porthos

Asked to apply for an interesting job. Likely won't do it, but it's nice to be recognized. Being headhunted does good things for the ego.

Bob Homme, The Friendly Giant

Post number 3 .... but Bruno deserves more than one nod in this thread. I grew up with my dad watching the Tommy Hunter show, and who can forget Stompin' Tom's foray into television. On the other hand, Peter Gzowski should probably have stayed on radio.

Intimacy is critical to a great experience ... so kissing, cuddling, and hugging are vital. I could enjoy an encounter that didn't involve sex, if the kissing and cuddling is present, but I don't enjoy a session that involves sex, but is lacking those other things. So choice of playmate is very important. Porthos

Wayne and Shuster

Al Waxman ... the King of Kensington!!

I contribute fairly regularly to a number of picture threads, but do agree there has been a proliferation. I tend to post in 3 or 4 of them; tattoos, this is hot, beautiful lingerie, fripples. I have no issue with picture threads being in a separate section, although in general I think the board works pretty well, so I also don't see there being a pressing need for change. Porthos

Allan Hawco ... Republic of Doyle.

As others have said, just be open and upfront. It will go well. Make sure you pick an established and reputable lady and be a gentleman at all times. Porthos