Hi. I just purchased a  house  in  Palm Beach area. There is  a security guard at the gate  as people come  in, who asks visitors for a Picture I.D.. I can always call ahead and say who I am expecting.but the picture ID  , well,I am afraid  some of my favorite  providers  will not  want to see me due  to this security measure> Any suggestions?Has  anyone else had to go through this?.. I do not want to  go outcall, as I enjoy the  time  in my  home, with a quiet drink, etc. Input appreciated.
FH

Meet your providers at a nearby shopping center/mall, Starbucks, etc. and drive them to your home. If the providers are with you as you enter your gated community, they shouldn't have to show their IDs.

I've encountered this with clients and don't feel comfortable showing ID.

I have had instances where they have phoned ahead to security and an ID was not required.

..when you pulled up the gates submitted to you and automatically opened. Upon seeing this, the guard bowed his head and knew that you were the reigning queen; no ID was needed that day.

That is what I saw on that special day.

-- Modified on 9/25/2003 4:05:35 AM

I parked in a lot outside, she pulled up and drove me in.  No problem.

Blindguy's idea of meeting  outside in a nearby place, and then return  the lady to her car. I do believe that even if I call the "Gatekeeper"and  give the name of the person I am expecting, they still want to see a photo ID. ESPECIALLY If the lady's name I give Is  "Double44D'S!..(mmm How about a Costco card with photo on it????...- 1WAY's concept of spending time to assess the situation may be valid,if he brings along  his favorite 2 providers!...Any other thoughts from experience?? If this  security  crap kills my hobbying, I'll just have to move to a community  where the gatekeepers are all beautiful  providers, and all they check out are my  under the waist references!!!
FH