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7 pointshave you ever booked an SP before Son? Why would you send a money transfer or any transfer to someone who you have never read any reviews on..There are so many beautiful ladies on here which prob take you years to go through all and proper reviews as well wink wink
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4 pointsI love the witty good morning posts, the "I am enjoying..." posts, the what are you up to posts, the join me in chat posts, etc....perhaps we should look at making the shout box a fun place and disallow any and all advertisements!?
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4 pointsThanks to you.. You are such a sweetheart! Yes, sometimes it sad to read that kind of stuff.. But the funniest part is that the one who *always* have something bad to comment about everything are the one who need to look to themselve in the mirror. I have been called "fat" on this *erb by someone who is 3times my size...LOL To be honest, I dont really care as Im comfortable with my body (most of the time.. Im a woman after all! Lol) and there is a lot of men who likes me the way I am.. !! Im honest on my description and my pictures.. If Im not your type, you can keep it for yourself! No? Lol I dont even log into that board anymore.. No time for such negativity! Nobody is perfect after all! ;)
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3 pointsI believe both Ironman and all-in have some very good and valid points in their posts. Both Cerb and other reviews boards have their advantages and down falls. But I think what the OP was trying to say is that even though "you" are posting anonymously on a review board, people should still show a little respect and maturity and not degrade and dehumanize women/people in a disgusting hurtful way. It's just wrong. I think there is a way to communicate your (negative) experience without putting down, trashing and bashing the ladies. I think by "honest", he means comments like: - She is not the spinner type or a perfect 10 but pretty enough... - She doesn't offer the best BJ in town but it was still ok - Her rate is too expensive. She was nice but not for that price. Next! - etc. I guess a little "negativity" will prove that the reviewer is objective and honest in his review/reco.
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3 pointsI do have to agree that the shoutbox seems to be dominated by ads... and since I do post in the AD section, I don't really see the point of adding to the shoutbox since that isn't what it was intended for... as one member previously stated in this thread, it seems "desperate".... To the ladies who "spam" there all day: please take note of the majority of replies to this thread from gentleman; they say they look in the ads section when "shopping" for a companion... I would second the motion to disallow ads in shoutbox....otherwise having the ad section at all seems rather redundant.
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3 pointsTo the original poster. I'm thinking he does not want to go to a MP but wants a sensual massage followed by a happy ending of choice. No monkey business, no wink wink or maybies LOL Why not just contact Winnipeg's many SP's and tell then you are only interested in a rub and tub? Here's a little list just to get you started: Shannon Soleil Angelina Develin Kaylee Kisses Zoe Zee Spinderella Homework assignment to the original poster. Contact 3 from the above list, visit them and come back to us with a full report. :)
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2 pointsI've noticed in ottawa they have cerb socials where cerb members both SP's and Hobbiests get together off the clock for dinner and drinks. I'd like to do one here in thunder bay:D I have friends who own restaurants so I can ask around to see if we can get an after-hours party so that we don't have to worry about "the public". A social around halloween sounds perfect so that we'll all be in costume so if anyone is shy they can hide behind their mask. I'm pretty positive everyone on the thunder bay treads have already "meet" lol. I know the ladies have no issues getting together, but I question if the gents would be interested. So plz....... Any thoughts or ideas are welcome And I hope all of you get excited for the chance to meet, greet, and maybe "eat" all of the wonderful Cerbie in our beautiful city ;) Kizzez
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2 pointsI think that masturbating is normal and not masturbating isn't ;) But that is just my opinion.
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2 pointsI had a friend -- who, at the time, was 31yrs old and had three children. Happily married, and they had a healthy sex life. However, upon her and I discussing, she told me she'd never masturbated. Then she got curious and called me to ask how. I tried my best to explain it. Of course, I created a monster lol. Truth is, sex on the whole and societal approach has changed a lot over the years. It was once regarded as "unhealthy" or "sinful" to touch yourself for pleasure. Think back to the days of "you'll go blind". Now? It's the norm - but there are those stuck in old patterns of thinking who are having a hard time coming to grips with their carnal desires. I hope for her sake she was lying! Masturbation is, in my opinion, an important part of self discovery.
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2 pointsHmm what exactly is the purpose of this tread and why someone decide to put my pics there and just drop a note on my profile that he put my pictures there. I though the rules here was to ask first...Was I asked? Nope..
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2 pointsTruthfully, I don't really believe there are many norms in sexuality-related topics because every person is different and prefer different things on even a momentary or situational basis (there is always exceptions to every generalization, though!) I have actually answered this question before, so I will just paraphrase what I have written previously: Speaking from my own standpoint, I have fairly small breasts ("B"s) and they are very sensitive. I have always been fond of a light touch in general (kissing, caressing, licking, etc) but especially on my breasts. I had one ex-boyfriend when I was younger who bit my nipples and I almost sent him flying across the room trying to get him off me. I have found, though, that too much nipple/breast play can cause it to go from pleasurable to painful if the man is not careful, even if he is using a light touch or soft licking/kissing. I hate over-stimulation, and not just on my breasts!!! Myself, I like it best when the man plays with them for a few minutes, then goes somewhere else with his tongue/hands to give them a bit of a break, then comes back to them. It seems to really build tension and anticipation, and allows me to enjoy the sensations for a lot longer. Most likely, communication is key as with any sexual practice, and usually you can tell from her body cues anyway. I know myself, when I am into it, I am relaxed, I arch my back, I will pull his face into my breasts, etc. When it starts to hurt I will stop and move my body to try and move his mouth away from my chest. Sometimes I will pull him up to kiss me or something along those lines, or sometimes I just get quieter than usual (I'm pretty vocal).
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2 pointsIt should be noted that the pic threads seem to be enjoying a burst of popularity at the moment; they seem to have proliferated somewhat over the last few months. It remains to be seen whether all of them will last. Threads are born and die and get resurrected all the time. I don't see any particular reason to push them off into a separate section, any more than we'd want to for the song thread or the silly game threads or anything else. It's pretty obvious from the thread titles which they are, and I don't see that it's a big deal to just not read them, for those folks who don't want to. Or to have to click through to page two or three or four of the general section to find other threads. Although, Mod, if you're reading... one thing that would be nice would be a way to increase the number of threads displayed per page in the forum index pages, kinda like you can increase the number of posts per page when viewing a thread...
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2 pointsWell I see there is no one here representing the other board's point of view, so I might as well be the first. Allow me to state my case. I used to be a big fan of this board, and I still use it to check schedules and the odd discussion. However, I recently have migrated over to the other board and use it as my main source of information. As a client who pays upwards of $250 an hour plus tip, I really appreciate being able to read honest reviews both good and bad. Yes there are a lot of children on that board who are keyboard warriors, but most of us are smart enough to not take them seriously. I do not condone derogatory comments, but I do support fair reviews. I think it is actually doing the SP world a disservice by having only positive recommendations. Some ladies work really hard to maintain their shape, some go above and beyond to provide amazing service, and some go to great lengths to maintain their appearance. To say that every SP is wonderful is unfair to both clients and SPs. Not every client is wonderful, and not every SP is wonderful. I have met some wonderful ladies through here, and I have also met some not so wonderful ladies through here. Even though there have been good recommendations for them, some experiences were less than stellar. I don't agree with putting them on the same level as the ones who completely went above and beyond to make the experience amazing. If everyone is wonderful, then no one is wonderful. So really I don't think it is too much to ask to be able to know exactly what I am getting. As a working class citizen, I really don't have the funds to find out by trial and error. Some of us have specific preference, and pay big bucks to get it because that is our fantasy. So yes sometimes we are looking for nice firm breasts, or a toned bum and flat stomach. If the lady's ad is giving the impression that this is the case, then it is reasonable for us to expect that. I think I have the right to know if a provider is misrepresenting her appearance, or using outdated photos. I say again, I do not agree with some of the childish postings on the other board, and I have recently been a victim of such. However, I rely on that board a lot more when doing my research. As a client, I have been using Cerb less and less because I personally don't find the recommendations as reliable. Personally, I tend to save my money for the SPs who are well recommended on that board. How can one possibly rely on recommendations when they are ALL positive? I am ready to admit that the other board is very rude and is not the best environment. But I must also say that this board is all the way on the other end of the spectrum, where really no one can say anything bad at all. Would be nice if there was a happy medium.
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2 pointsHe wanted his account closed... his wish was easily accommodated. No need for that sort of venting here.
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2 pointsI can't add to the words already expressed, I'm pretty sure everything's been said. For the ladies, I'm sincerely sorry you have to tolerate such nonsense. But as for the "men" who make such assinine, irrelevant, ignorant, knuckle-dragging comments, well, these walking wastes of flesh are the kind of mouth breathing vermin that give men everywhere a bad name. Most likely racist, homophobic high school dropouts who think a beer gut and a limited vocabulary make them "real men." Their barely literate opinion should never been given more weight than a laugh and the only thoughts I'd encourage anyone to spare them is disgust and the sincere hope that they fail to bread. My couple of pennies.
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2 pointsTo put it bluntly, these men who say these things still had sex that `fat pig`` , the SP with `gross acne scars`and the chick `with cellulite that looked like an orange peel``. We are NOT models and never claim to be ``perfect``. You are paying us for our time and YOU paid to be with her and did not walk away so to write about this is almost like an oxymoron. What I would say is take a look in the mirror. Are you Brad Pitt yourself. Just because you are paying, doesn`t mean you`re better or holier than thou. To the men who do appreciate us, thank-you! We certainly appreciate you!
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1 pointI had noticed Stacey`s ads for a few weeks and decided to take the plunge. She is French from MTL so language was not an issue for us. She is not a spinner but she has very nice features and hard body. Small firm breasts and nice erected nipples when excited. I had booked an hour session and told her that I was looking for a slow session with lots of carresses and kisses. She did comply and it was very enjoyable. Lots of moaning on daty and multiple positions. The DT ending was to die for. I am in my mid-fifties and usually prefer ladies in a higher age bracket but she gave me faith in the new generation of providers...loll
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1 pointWhy is it so hard to look at your own body in an objective way? Most people always apply a certain standard when their look in the mirror. This standard is influenced by the media. But I don't think this fact can fully explain our behavior. Even without the media telling us to loose weight or be ultra-slim, we would still create standards for ourselves. We would use the mental image of a woman or man we once saw at the beach and turn it into our comparison standard. I guess it's a person's way of expressing him- or herself. It's in our nature to be ambitious. And it's our unconscious way of improving our self, because we hardly ever choose an unwanted and unhealthy lifestyle as our goal. It's an ongoing spiral, though. People have plastic surgery, get a body part fixed, build up muscle mass, or loose body fat... but only very few people can see and accept their improved selves afterwards. It's not right to blame everything on the media. Individuals usually want to belong to a crowd of other people. It looks like nature has given us the burden of constantly being unsatisfied as a way to improve ourselves.
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1 pointTo follow up on Emiafish's post, how come do women's clothing manufacturers assume that someone who would fit into clothing that fits me in the butt and in the bust is about 5'6" tall, with little short arms and legs? So many beautiful outfits I couldn't wear over the years because the pants were floods, the sleeves stopped 6" or so above my wrists, or the waistlines were up around my rib cage.
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1 pointWell my guess. I believe the stats on masturbation are 95% of men masturbate and 89% of women masturbate What does that tell us. In filling out the questionnaire 5% of men and 11% of women lied in filling out the form...whether because of shame, embarrassment or whatever My 2 cents worth RG
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1 pointIt seems the shoutbox is being dominated by two or three groups in particular - perhaps changing the rules to "once an hour if it's an ad" or so rather than once the shout has gone off the screen might help with that.
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1 pointI posted in the Warning section that she was using pics of Ewa Sonnet in her ads. Nobody seemed to believe me. Some even suggested that she WAS Ewa Sonnet...as if a Polish porn star would be escorting in Winnipeg. Oh well, I tried.
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1 pointI took a trip down "Memory Lane" today and had the most fabulous massage from Janis. She truly is a master of the massage and gives one of the best massages ever. Pretty sexy girl too :lovers: Thanks Janis for a great hour and I look forward to your next visit to Ottawa.
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1 pointHello Gentlemen.. My name is Mandy! I have green eyes, long blonde hair and a killer body... I have been working in the massage industry for 5 months now... My services include sexy body slides, full body massage, reverse massage and lap dances if requested!... I am very easy to talk to and have a great personality... So why not come enjoy my beautiful behind, tight body and 36C natural breasts, you will be sure to leave with a smile :icon_razz: Feel free to check out my profile! You can find me at Paradise Spa, located in the west end of Ottawa... It is an upscale, classy and discreet spa!... Rooms include large mirrors, music, and black lights to intensify your sensual experience... In calls only please Schedule August 20th - August 25th Tuesday 3:30-9pm Thursday 3:30-11pm Friday 3:30-11pm Saturday 3:30-9pm XOOOXOOOX
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1 pointGood Afternoon gentlemen, Let me start off by saying I'm a young fit MA who loves to massage and can do it for hours. My sensual erotic GFE massage will relieve your tension & leave you more than satisfied. I'm very fun and comfortable to be around so tell me what you like ;).. I'm petite 5'4, athletic 120 lbs, perky b34 bust, nice round booty, dark hair, golden tan, seductive lips, hazel bedroom eyes, 100% natural beauty.. Services: Full erotic body massage Slippery body slides Shower for 2 Hot tub fun Relaxing music Fresh towels & linens A/C ATM Duos with my sexy girlfriends Join me for some hot steamy fun 613-614-2117 Schedule: Tuesday: 9am-9pm Wednesday: 9am-11pm Friday: 9am-11pm Saturday: 9am-11pm http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=146238 -Sasha xxx
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1 pointWhite Knight? I have no problem being dubbed that. I'm not on escort boards trying to impress other clients in the hopes that they'll deem me worthy to have an intimate encounter with them. Further I'm really not a fan of the "old boys club" mentality where guys sit around make comments and then slap each others back in a good job/way to go fashion. Some weaker men need that sort of stuff however and need that external validation and will jump on a band wagon to try to fulfill that need. Me I find that somewhat pathetic. While I agree that there exists in this business companions that I may not personally "click" with and have that special attraction I realize that it is only my perspective. I'm sure that there are others who would find that companions particular qualities and physical attributes desirable. I personally have visited with ladies who were/are very highly recommended and "reviewed" but I just did not click with some reason. As a result, those experiences were only ok (or in one case disappointing) but I don't feel that I should deem myself the authority and openly disparage that lady for what amounts to my issue. Do I believe that if a companion blatantly misrepresents herself, knowingly misleading clients should continue in this business unchecked? Definitely not and neither do other companions who are trying to squeeze out a living from this business. However, I'm sure if any of these expert "judges" of perfection on other boards were subjected to the same public scrutiny of their physical appearance openly by SP's they'd haul in their horns pretty quick and disappear. Realistically, paid companionship or not, most of us clients are lucky as hell to have "any" woman be willing to be intimate with us.
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1 pointTuesday Kelly 10-4 aka "Kelly2010" Jenna 10-4 aka "Jenna69" Taylor 10-4 aka "Taylor_xo" Nicky 10-5:30 aka "Nicky in Paradise" Jamie 3:30-11 aka "Jamie-xo" Maya 3:30-11 aka "Midnight Maya" Jennie 5-11 aka "ASTONISHING JENNIE" Website for your convience with pics & schedule of ladies www.angelstouchmassage.ca 3 rooms, up to 8 sexy ladies on daily! Private Dance shows available upon request! Click here to see NEW pics of room: http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/album.php?albumid=3340 New Sexy Pics of our Hotties http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/member.php?u=52117 Full Body Relaxation Massage Single Massage: 30 minutes $50. 45 minutes $60. 60 minutes $80. Couples Massage: 1 Attendant 30 minute $60. 45 minute $70. 60 minute $90. Duo/Couples Massage:2 Attendants 30 minute regular $100. on special for $80. 45 minute regular $120. on special for $100. 60 minute regular $160. on special for $130. HST included in door fee prices. Longer Sessions available and @ Discretion of MA ...... Tips Accepted...... ATM on site......Spacious Rooms with Private Showers...... Maya Recommendations http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?ltr=M&t=63977 Jennie Recommendations http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?ltr=A&t=79946 Jamie Discussions http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=104412 & http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?ltr=J&t=114727 Kelly Recommendations http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=120424 Nicky (left) Jamie (right) Taylor Jenna Kelly Jennie Maya
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1 pointMiss Madison. My favorite adventures are with you!! . Professionally and personally ;) . I'm game whenever you are... J xo
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1 pointIt also depends on where a woman is in her hormonal cycle. When I'm at peak, my nipples are so sensitive that anything more than baby soft touches are painful but the rest of the month they are pleasurably over sensitive. I also find it depends on the play at hand. If there is a build up of intensity then the touches reflect that and complement the passion. Just ask your provider, she'll know exactly what she likes... cat
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1 pointUsually when I see a post like this, my anti-PC side comes out and I become a sarcastic prick and add a comment about what a kiss-ass the author is. Always in good fun, not to ridicule but bring balance to too much goo! Lol But this time, Curious, you hit that one out of the park! And all this sarcastic prick can do is totally agree! Having been on these other boards I can't believe the lack of class so often displayed. Now, even though I find this site a little too rosie at times, it certainly beats the outragious negativity found on the other ones! Although unacceptable, this "business", like every other, has unfortunately fallen victim to today's culturally acceptable practice of using social-media and the anonymity of hiding behind a keyboard to say the most heinous things about a "product", "service" or "company". Now I won't get into why all this is wrong in this particular "business", the author as already done a better job that I could've anyway but I will say it's an ugly path we're on. In the end though it's all about adding my voice to others in saying thank you to all the incredible ladies I've met in this "business". You've given me so much, so much of yourselves and for that I am greatly appreciative.
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1 pointYou'll also see some ladies chime in here about COF/CIM (Like me, I looooooove cof) http://www.cerb.ca/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=138039
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1 pointAll 3 are equally safe or unsafe depending on YOUR choice. If you choose to do bbfs with any of the 3= unsafe. If you choose to do cfs with any of the 3= safe or as safe as can be. We as hobbyist really don't know what an SP does in her private or professional life, as the SP doesn't know what we do in our private lives. But the fact is we are both equally dangerous to each other. Lets face it, every encounter can be like a game of russian roulette for both. All we can do is be as safe as possible.
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1 pointI choose to enjoy the company of companions when I travel and typically I have a very tight window of opportunity to visit with someone on my trips so I tend to book well in advance to ensure that I get the time slot I desire. On a couple of occasions I've had circumstances change around the timing of my trip or my meetings and have had to cancel on some ladies. In all cases it was days in advance however I still offered to pay her cancellation fee if she had one. Reputation is everything for companions and clients and I would never risk mine over a few bucks. I've also cancelled related to illness but again days in advance and again offered to pay the cancellation fee. I have also been cancelled on by a few companions. Twice last minute, within an hour of the appointment. One was a no show, I was at her location and messaged her for the apt number and she went MIA. It turned out that her phone died and she didn't have her charger at her incall so she couldn't get back to me. The other time her period apparently surprised her last minute and she cancelled. In neither situation was I really out anything. Disappointed yes, but I still had my funds to book another day. I choose to give a lady two chances before I deem her a "flake" so I took the ladies at their word and did rebook with each. In both cases I did have a great time on my next visit, however with no additional compensation in terms of time or $. Only once have I actually been out anything and it was when I booked a lady who was only available to do outcall. I went ahead and arranged a hotel for the visit and checked in. 20 minutes before the date she messaged me and said she couldn't make it so there I was with a hotel room at $270 and nothing to do and despite my best efforts could not arrange another lady on short notice. That one stung a little, and to add insult to injury I later found out that she cancelled on me to see another client for a longer appt. I would never book with that SP again but in this business it's to be expected that shit will happen from time to time. I've also paid deposits to "well known" respected travelling ladies to secure my appointment and truthfully it doesn't bother me at all to do that for the right lady that I know is legit. An elite, super respected, travelling lady I know, visited St. John's (paid for flights and hotel, big bucks ) based on clients who booked her time in advance. When she arrived she had the majority of those clients cancel. She was left to hope that she manage to get enough last minute clients (difficult to conduct proper verification last minute) to make her trip break even. In my opinion that lady would have every right to expect those clients to pay a deposit in the future for another visit. By cancelling they have shown themselves as untrustworthy clients and they need to prove to that lady that they deserve to be trusted. Basically, companions share with each other info on no shows, cancellers and time wasters. Likewise, clients also share information on ladies who are flakes. Reputation is everything and why f**k around and screw yours up. A Friday morning, coffee time rambling from Chuck
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1 pointHello fellow Hobbyists! I have been off the hobby-wagon for a little while now and looking to jump back on head first (hehe, pun intended :-P) - and wanted to ask what has been your best PSE lately? There is a special occasion coming whereby I want to mark it with some super-special time. Do you have a SP you would recommend whom enjoys, and is passionate about, providing PSE services, such as BBBJ, DT, CIM, COF, DATY, DATO, Greek (and more)? A SP whom can create a rememberable time with some vigorous participation. A woman who is assertive and, well, horny! Hehe Bonus if she squirts ;-) Does this sound familiar to someone you have seen? You can post a name here, a link to her recommendation or PM if you like :-) I'd like to add to her recos if I can :-D Cheers!
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1 pointAs much as I try to avoid it, the pack rat tendency runs in my family. A few things I own too much/many of, or not enough of depending on the day: ;) Books Records Beer Mugs/Pint Glasses Random Star Wars stuff Concert Posters at what point do hobbies/collections become unfortunate addictions?
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1 pointNot sure if you're aware but in bayshore shopping centre there is one that suppose to open soon.
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1 pointAs it stand now I enjoy PC gaming as well usually rpg. I also enjoy kickboxing. I enjoy fixing and making things. The satisfaction when complete and accomplishment are so rewarding. Since I'm going through a transitional time in my life I'm trying to try new things and get out of my comfort zone. I've learned life doesn't go as planned forget the past, the future is unknown and live for the moment cause the present may be the only thing that is fore sure and worth worrying about.
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1 pointI have travelled extensively through Europe, Canada, Mexico and the US. A little bit in South America, Africa and Central America. My next trip that I have booked is to San Salvator in December. :)
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1 pointi love to walk, and a big naturist at that also, enjoy the woods and hearing the birds singing, very much into that kind of thing, i like reading, hanging with my friends and family and meeting new friends also
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1 point.. that is always easier to bash on people behind a computer!... Fortunately, there is a lot of great gentlemen on here!! :)
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1 pointAll the ladies I see are goddesses, and I am thankful to them for looking past my physical imperfections and still are willing to see me. You ladies are all beautiful and we men should appreciate (I know I do) the companionship and intimacy you provide us. A rambling from an appreciative gentleman RG
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1 pointWell there are two I have had the pleasure of meeting, and having repeat encounters with Meg For Fun Angela of Ottawa RG
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1 pointI love love love COF...being on my knees in front of a man, looking up and seeing his face as he finishes all over me... love it. I also have a mirror at the foot of the bed that makes this even more purrfect :D
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1 pointMost sex workers who have been involved in conversations with municipalities say that the focus has been on multi-staff brothels, not on independent women who work quietly. To be sure, the brothels will face stiff licensing fees and restrictions about locations, at least. There may be other things, such as inspections, health checks and safer-sex practice requirements. I, for one, think that many of these things will benefit all of us. For example, to return to the general requirement that all sexual contact must be done with condoms establishes that as the norm for companionship engagement and eliminates a lot of the pressure for uncovered contact that most of us experience now. While it may seem that licensing individual, independent escorts would be a good idea, the notion is largely unenforceable. The great majority of women who enter the sex trade leave it within six months and another huge proportion work for less than a year. Trying to track down every provider who's decided to make this her summer job before going back to school would be a by-laws enforcement nightmare. It's much more likely that licenses of some kind may be required but only enforced if there are complaints made about noise, late-night traffic and so on. It is essential to recognize that Canada is NOT Sweden. The Ontario Court of Appeal heard a great deal about the so-called "Nordic model" and its outcomes. The OCA was not impressed. Canadian courts in general have been very reluctant to adopt uneven criminal laws such as allowing for something to be sold, legally, but making it illegal to buy it. Even more important, however, Sweden is not known to have experienced anything like Picton's activities. In Canada, the recognition that sex workers were preyed upon by a serial killer because they worked in the most unsafe conditions in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside is not going to be forgotten anytime soon. We all need to recognize that for the last two and a half years the police in most regions have not been arresting or charging independent sex workers who have been working quietly from their own homes or rented apartments. Some ladies have been harassed by former clients who have attempted unsuccessfully to have them charged. There have been sweeps of some massage parlors and there has been some interest in investigating situations in which temporary foreign workers may have been pressured into providing sexual services. But because the prostitution laws were coming up to be examined by the Supreme Court of Canada, and because some things are certainly bound to change once the SCC makes its decisions, it's not a good use of police or judicial time or resources to prosecute anyone under laws that may be overturned. This respite is significant because it's gone on so long. For two and a half years, women have been able to relax a little bit, feel less fearful of being arrested because they entertain at home. And yet there are no significant increases in the deterioration of Canada's moral fabric. Brothels have not been spring up across the street from elementary schools, nor has there been an obvious increase in the numbers of lust-crazed men prowling around otherwise respectable communities or neighbourhoods. Things have been pretty much okay. Meanwhile, plenty of us have been making money and taking care of ourselves and our clients, as before. This is the status quo. It's going to make an enormous difference to Canadian voters as well as to the SCC that what might be considered to have been a temporary suspension of the prostitution laws has not obviously caused any harm, anywhere. The SCC usually returns decisions within a year of hearing a case. Sometimes more quickly. Most of us expect the court to make rulings sometime in 2014.
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