This is one of the most talked about aspects of this hobby, namely, the prediliction for both hobbyists and providers to become overwhelmed with attraction and blur, nay bound over, the wall that should normally separate the two.

If you go to The Erotic Highway Board, you'll find plenty of interesting reading on this subject, and also on the GD Board.

Here's the executive summary:

It happens a lot, and I'd say more times than not, it leads to some sad situations.

Bottom line:  Go ahead and try it but be prepared for either heartache or embarrassment, and maybe a broken piggy band too.

Also, beware the signs you are identifing as genuine interest.  It may be nothing more than effective marketing.

And for what it's worth:  I've been in a close SO relationship with a provider for about 7 years now.  But I'd say we are the exception.  We are both divorced, by the way.)

Just remember it is the lady's business to make you feel special and wanted.  That said,  providers and hobbiests are human. It is nearly impossible not to develop some kind of feeling that you share such intimacy with.
Just don't assume that these feelings are going to lead to something other than a business relationship.
My best advice (been there, done that) is to enjoy your time with her.  Allow the lady to make any overtures of "relationship".

which is to make you think she really likes you.  That way, you will come back.  Don't mistake it for real affection.  She wants you as a regular, and nothing more.  She is not looking for a boyfriend, she is looking for a repeat client.  That's the reality of it.  BTW, she prob already has an SO anyway.

Swim

-- Modified on 10/18/2012 5:58:54 PM

As a guy who has been in several relationships with providers...I'd just say, take it slow and see where it goes.

I didn't know she was one until we had been seeing each other for a month.  I ignored it things went on normal except the sex was fabulous.  She was recognized by the people I worked for and I was subltly informed that somebody in my position would be best without her.  Before I could talk it over, she was living with her bf-mngr--crush!