I'm very much driven by visuals so photos are always what first get me interested.  If the photos draw me in, I'll read through all the ads I can find to try and get a feel for her personality, then peruse TER reviews looking for clues as to her demeanor and how a session may unfold.  If my interest holds through all that, then it's a matter of whether her rates are a challenge to my budget or not.

-- Modified on 1/19/2015 8:39:56 AM

i suppose it is a sixth sense we have to make the right pick..my little guy usually will give me the " heads up" on the right fit..

The very 1st thing is how old she claims to be. Anyone younger than 28 or 29 is automatically rejected. Next I look at her TER reviews if she has them. There I see if bbbjcim is on the menu. For her looks, I'll check her website and TER  P411 for photos and consideration. I'm not looking for a long list for I'm content with a few great companions. One of my favs I first noticed her in some GD threads. She expressed herself intelligently and eloquently. From her website I could see she was a beauty and I was hooked. There are some with whom I have traded PMs but they are not in my town and I'd like to visit them sometime.

That was around the year 2002 or so.

I wasn't even looking for a particular type, but somehow when I saw a photo that grabbed me, then I'd start checking out reviews, etc. and if everything clicked, I'd set up a date.  I still see several gals I met that way from around that time.

Lately however, now that I spend time on these boards, I've come to start meeting people based upon getting to know that from here, and PMs, etc.

I still like to check out photos, but it's not that big a deal any more.

At this stage of my life I'm very choosey. The ladies website needs to grab me. Does she offer services that excite me and what I want to experience. Her pictures need to grab to a certain extent. Finally,does she have reviews that are consistent with her stated philosophy . Then ,and only then ,do I proceed to make contact. Life is too short to waste on the ordinary .

If I'm attracted to her, I look at the donation to see if she is in my budget range.  If she's not, I move on.  If she is, then I begin the research process, look for reviews, check out phone #, verify the pictures, look at her website if she has one, look for her ads.  No reviews, no visit, and I move on.  The only time I will see someone who has no reviews is if she is recommended by a trusted hobby buddy or provider I've seen and trust.  In my research, I look at her menu also, if BBBJ and DFK are not on the menu, then I'm done with her and go no further in research.  

As host of the newbie board, I tell guys that ask, you can look anywhere, but do the research.  Especially for the newbies, they need to stick to well-reviewed providers who a reviewed by established reviewers.

Swim

Considering the verbiage was probably put together by a web designer or filched from somewhere, I would never base a decision on the narrative presented on a provider's web site.  I have gotten to be relatively good friends with some providers and, based on my limited experience, the description on web sites is between spurious and delusional.  I would believe a life insurance salesman before digesting anything from a provider.  I read the reviews and try to judge just how accurate they are.

Yes, the physical attributes and services on offer are all important. But for me, especially at this stage of my life, establishing some sort of personal and philosophical connection is most important. Youngsters can't do it; it requires the perspective and personality of a mature woman. What really captured me by my ATF regular, Kelly, was this text from her web site:

"Are you a distinguished gentleman who has achieved it all?  If you answered yes, I have no doubt you are successful in your profession, are married to a very supportive woman, have beautiful children, and live in a wonderful community.  You nontheless feel that something is lacking.  It may be that you miss a warm greeting when you walk through the door after a long day at the office, or you miss the feeling that you are appreciated, heard, and adored for the wonderful gentleman that you are.  Perhaps, it is passion that is missing: passion you have not felt about your partner in quite some time.  If this rings true, I might be the perfect woman who will not only make you feel desired and appreciated but will also create memorable romantic interludes."

This struck me like an arrow through the heart when I first read it. It is noteworthy that other ladies have "borrowed" this text, but none could possibly deliver on its intent as well as Kelly. She satisfies both the big and little heads. In truth, I think I appreciate the big head satisfaction more. There is this classical notion of a courtesan, and Kelly fulfills it completely.

....but I always go to the pictures first.  Certain types of women's physiques turn me on and others turn me off.  So why even bother with the ones don't?  I agree with the OP that the connection that sometimes happens is what truly makes a date special.  But I always start out with the girls' looks, and then go from there.

The first thing I do, the first thing that attracts me to lady, is to read what they've written. It could be a blog, a post, or a website introduction. I'm attracted to a more witty, charming intelligence, and a sweet disposition. When I find a lady that strikes my fancy, I'll go to her reviews. Her reviews will tell me two things. Whether or not she's who she says she is, and whether or not she's dependable. Looks are so subjective, and photography can be so enhanced, photos don't really tell me much. Besides, after I've made a serious connection with a lady, she becomes one of the most beautiful women in the world, regardless of what anyone else thinks.  

We're at the next stage of our little hobby dance. This one is extremely important. More so than anything else. It's time to send a serious introduction, with references and specifics. Since the written word is my main guide, an email, or an inbox are the only means to tell me what I wish to know. Her response now becomes the key. This is where the vast majority of ladies lose me. Is her response within a fair time frame? Does she exude that sweet charm? Does she check my references?  

Our last stage requires that we communicate, and are comfortable with all session details. Of course, since I'm only seeking one session, I'm very good at this. However, since a lady is dealing with multiple sessions, she sometimes takes this for granted, or gets overwhelmed, and forgets. I've had ladies lose a session late, simply for lack of timely communication.

1. looks
then I check the price to see if she is in my range

if i like the pictures and pricing then I check for certain disqualifiers (my personal taste)
too many tats or piercings, enhanced breasts-smoker

Then-the services offered-must be gfe

Then the review

I also use the 3 C's " cut, clarity, carat! Always looking for a true diamond!!!! Been very close a couple of times. Connection and chemistry above all!  

1. Age.  Must be a MILF or GILF.  My search starts at 30 + expecting that they are lax in updating their real age.
2.  Service offerings.  BBBJ with a big + for CIM.
3.  TER ratings and reviews.  I look at the lower end of the scores and read the reviews to assess what to expect and then be pleasantly surprised.
3.  Convenience.  I can't spend a couple hours commuting round trip and outcall isn't an option.
4. Personality.  They have to come across kind and reasonably intelligent.
5. $$$
6.  Looks.

OH, when I get more than I pay for

I have seen girls of all ages and sizes.  The one thing that I cannot stand is when a lady shows photos of herself some 30 pounds or more ago.  When I am expecting a stealth woman at the door and it turns into twice what I paid for is just WRONG.  There are guys that love a lot of women to love..........but let them make that choice.

I was going on a one night trip to LA recently, spent several hours narrowing it down to three girls in all of LA via 411.

So it's usu what mood I'm in. The one constant is I like over 30. From there I'll read reviews and look at pictures. Today might be a spinner, tomorrow an AA milf.  I have my limit as to how much I'll spend, but where I hobby there's plenty to choose from.  
The one type of provider I stay away from, the ones with all 10/10 scores.

My thought about this is - It is so nice to read some intelligent responses by some....

good men. Thank you, and thank you for being the 'over 60' board! Hugs & kisses to you all! ~Adelle

But all that said, the way I pick most of my dates is by meeting them at a M&G or by getting a strong reference from someone I know who's seen her.  I have a loose network of guys who know my taste and whose taste I trust.  It hasn't failed me yet.

her availability for incall with a calendar match, is she within budget (I have an upper limit), does she seem personable in what she says on her website and with her responses to threads.  Lastly, does she offer BBBJ and DFK which are my two deal breakers.  Willing to use a FC is a plus.

I sometimes have to drive 2+ hours to enjoy playtime since I live in a provider deprived area.