I was just wondering about this, having just gotten a call from a client/friend I met while I was travelling.

It's my experience that I meet some really lovely people through this business (guys) and we stay friends and continue to enjoy special moments together. I wonder if this happens a lot?

Tamara G x

I've met couple of very special gals and we are now very close friend or going to be friend..lol

I personally believes that this is part of social relationship and I love to make some HOT girl friends..

Good luck!!

I'm 2-4 hours away from my favorite ladies. How friendly can you really be from that distance??
I guess if they were any closer......my mortgage wouldn't get paid.

I used to hobby in a different area of the United States prior to moving to Florida last year.

During my time in this other area, I became friends with a couple of other hobbyists.

I was really surprised how needy one of the gentleman became to a particular provider.

It wasn't enough to enjoy sharing time together, but rather a need developed to assist her in this business.

The truly surprising part was that the provider allowed the hobbyist to meet these needs.

However, I can see where special moments and friendships can develop in the hobby.

As long as adequate lines are drawn, I feel that you should treasure these friendships.

Friendship is possible...and can happen...but it's not the norm.

Don't forget that while you have met some "lovely people"...you have met them for a short period of time, while they are on their best behavior.
This is true for both sides of the aisle.

While time spent together can be really enjoyable....it's actually not "real" in most cases.

Proceed with caution when you want to move thoughts to any other level.

Just sayin'

Thanks guys! Food for thought.

I agree, you have to be really careful. Personally if someone contacts me who I like and trust, whether they're from another side of the country or the world, it really makes me feel good. It's really nice to chit chat about what's going on and what's important to you, but yes, you have to be REAL careful. Here's to trusting the right ones!

Tamara G x

Definitely I have become great friends with quite a few ladies...makes the time more special!

I've become good friends with a few, and when they come to FL. I never miss seeing them.  We get together, have some fun, I'll take them somewhere for a few drinks, and some dinner, and it's always a great time!
I don't think making friends in this hobby is really hard.  Making good friends takes a little more effort than some are willing to give.  On those occasions where a couple people just seem to really be able to get along, and just enjoy talking or emailing, whatever...it's great!

Works for me!  

I became good friends with ATF.  Went out to dinner and even to a concert.  It's great hanging out.   BCD goings on are better, it's more than 'just sex.'

But just the same, I was a little disappointed to find out she didn't want to date.  The advice from others to be careful is good advice.

much less a friend.

One of my oldest and dearest friends is a lady I met as a client.  She's been out of the biz for many years, and is married with kids.  We are still very close, and my life would've been far less enjoyable if we had not met.  By all means, do it.

I have a ATF in Vegas that I will see "off the clock" for dinner/shows when I travel to sin city. She is a wonderful and popular provider. I have a couple of fine Tampabay ladies as friends also and to this day we still do things "off the clock" too. You have to draw the line and not get too attached. Doing so will spoil a great friendship. Most of the ladies in this business are ALL wonderful, sweet and beautiful. For the most part, your relationship with them will be all business. However, there is nothing wrong with being friends as long as you keep it that way and not expect anything more..

My 2 cents.

SR

Think about your original meeting, it wasn't on a dating site or a chance meeting at happy hour, it was a paid for event, although wonderful, still a business encounter. Too many providers complain about boundaries being crossed, and we all remember the thread about 6 months ago, when someone provided a lot of detailed info on this board about a hobbyist from their private emails.

Better for all to always treat everyone like a friend, but don't forget....it is their livelihood, and boundaries on both sides need to be kept, as the women we meet are incredible, and like a previous post said....both parties are on their best behavior.....

So technically this isn't 'the real world.'Keep it to a fantasy IMHO....just sayin

I have some extraordinary experiences with one Lady. We have had some outside activities off the clock as well.  But at the end of the day, I have to mindful that it is a buisness. I am one customer, and she needs alot of customers to meet her bills. she knows if she ever needed me as a friend, I would be there for her. Sometimes we just talk on the phone, as she needs to share, as do I, the events of our life.

must be observed otherwise a younger hobbyist (early 40's) could find himself really confused.  This is possibly another reason why ladies prefer older gentlemen as clients.

I don't "date" too many different people because of my "in" water hours during the work week, ya know Mermaids have to watch the seas during the day.

The gentlemen, women, couples I do see and continue to come back and see me are considered my "friends" over time.

There is a certain amount of trust you get from seeing someone over and over again. There are so many different friendships I've formed that I have a few that I can chat too about anything. That know I truly, genuinely care about them as a person. Some will even go the extra mile and take you to dinner or bring dinner to you after a "date". Some I chat with my underwater computer (lol) during the day too.

This is why I love "dating" and having friendships in this hobby. Everyone has the occasional "butthead", however, I think you need to truly enjoy people in general. Treat others how you want to be treated and it comes back to you.

Hugs & More,
Jade

With restictions because I have a family out side of work but I really enjoy conversation with a few. I always love to email or talk on the phone to them when I can.
Kisses,
Ashley