I have a story (shocker, I know... lol). I had a favorite once that I was close to (maybe too close) and I had to stop asking her for references.
The conversations would always go something like this...
Me: I may need a reference, would you be ok with providing one for me?
Her: Of course babe, who do you want to see?
M: Oh, it's more of a general question - whenever I might need a reference. But I'm kind of thinking about seeing Miss X (could be anyone) sometime.
H: Oh her... Why would you want to see her?
M: Mmmm, she's pretty and she seems cool. And she's got good reviews... Why?
H: Oh, nothing. I've just heard some things... I'd save your money if I were you.
M: So you don't want to provide a reference then?
*Big fight ensues*
So, after a few of those I just stopped asking. And as you'd expect any discussion of anything about any other girl became extremely awkward. The mention of girls ads, posts, reviews, or my (attempts at) flirting with them on the boards all became a dance through a minefield. So we talked very little about hobby related things.
And the answer to your next question should be immediately obvious - the sex was amazing. Isn't that where the buck always stops? Literally. And after our many fights the makeup sex was even better. Why are the crazy ones always so good in bed?
I had to eventually stop seeing her as she gave me an ultimatum that I see only her - and no one else. No, I'm not kidding. And, no she's not in the business anymore so don't ask..