I'm relatively new to the hobby.  As such, I'm still working through some of the glaring differences between communicating with companions and dating.

Hence, I have asked TER to move your post to newbie board..

Spot on.  One suggestion...send the thank you via text shortly after your meetup. Provider emails are full of crap but a brief text usually gets a short response like "yeah, had a great time too".

Providers have a word for guys who want to chit-chat by email or text . . . . .  "time-wasters."   While it's easy to think of idle chat being included in the service, it's not, unless it's during the block of time that you booked.  We look at providers as selling us sexual services, but they look at it as selling us time in the specific amount that we requested.  Trying to get extra time OTC (off the clock) for conversation is the same as staying overtime at your appointment without paying for the additional time.   While you have tried to assure them you are NOT looking for some kind of personal relationship, your actions speak otherwise in the context of professional services from a sex worker.  

Meaningless emails without a token of appreciation for ones time is unacceptable. Can you imagine shooting the shit with every Joe Blow who contacts you? Wasted time. Now, if you send me a $15-$20 gift for my time, let's talk about the weather. If an intro. email does not contain the details I require to take a potential new friend  seriously many providers will disregard you.

But I'd still prefer Jane Blow me.

...aren't simply the nekkid kind.

Every situation is different.  Brevity and sincerity are generally appreciated.

Thanks Queen,

Yes, I do send a thank you note.. Especially if I intend to see her again.

after a haircut?  That was a personal experience, too.  You are still talking as though you don't understand this is a SERVICE.  Granted, it's a PERSONAL service, but so are a shoe-shine, a massage, and a manicure.  Do you email them, too?  
It's like taking your car to the car wash.  When it comes out the other end, they have done what they promised and have no further obligation to you, unless you are looking for a friendship with the guy who hands you the keys, but wouldn't that be kind of weird?

Ten months tops, the OP will be posting “So I’ve Fallen In Love With My Provider And Our Connection Is Real” thread.

I am sure he writes handwritten notes in cursive to  all the aforementioned service providers..

I stand corrected.  Thank you.  

cut both ways.  I knew an agency booker that warned his girls that if they get into a relationship with a customer, they may think they have gained a boyfriend, but they will lose a customer, and ultimately, most likely both.  

Providers, though they don't like to admit it, catch feelings too.  Most don't respond back because it's easier for them to remain business like.  Some will, but you shouldn't as a client overstep your boundaries.  IMO leaving open ended questions that require a response like "The weather was crazy, right?" is a bit much for a first email or text of gratitude for the service.  

If you had a good time and want to see her again, send her a gift.  Doesn't have to be crazy expensive. I usually send a small Amazon gift card when I book the appt to make sure things go smoothly.  If I want to stay in touch / see her again I will send another gift card after the date.

...after a particularly pleasant interlude isn't a bad idea, per se.  I'm not talking about badgering or getting attached.  I understand everybody in this game is looking for something, but none of us are walking money ledgers, nor are we insensate animals (only) trying to feed an appetite.  There is something like a human connection, which without getting all Pretty Woman, is a real phenomenon, if you're attuned to that sort of thing.  Anyway, maybe it's just me, but unless there's an amazing upside that I have to have again, I steer clear of soulless businesswomen who, for some reason, just don't excite that vital part of me.  Sure, that other vital part can still get aroused, but it's so much better when you genuinely like someone.  And a quick text or email says that; it's always nice (and how much work, really?) to receive a reply, however brief or superficial.  It's either a token of sincerity, civility, or just smart business.  

CDL,

Thanks DaVinci.

Really helpful input.  Thank you.

Rob,

I'll always send a thank you text/email after a session.  That's it.  If they reply, I don't reply to the reply, unless it is beyond "you're welcome" etc.
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As to questions like do I send my barber a thank you email ... well I'm bald, so I don't have a barber, however in general I used whatever medium the arrangements were initially made to send thanks.  For service people it is usually in person.  However if I have conducted biz via email or text, then after the completion of the service whether it iwas in person or not,  I will indeed use those means to say a final thanks.

It's a financial transaction, plain and simple.  Unless they're willing to split half their income with me, it's a transaction.  I wouldn't want any of my customers bothering me.  Don't be delusional.  

I always appreciate hearing from a client after our time together. i often send emails thanking them for stopping bye. If an provider can not acknowledge and email from you; you might be visiting the wrong provider. i am a strong believer in good manners.

I took QueenBia's (and others') advice, and sent an email, with a gift.

and look forward to meeting someone with a lot of excitement beforehand, it's never required. It very much appreciated.  We do pay attention to the extras like a gift card  

Yup, I feel you, Brownjack; there are a lot of immature jackasses on TER with their replies 😆 but I think they mean well?

Everyone is free to choose, but loyalty is a very strong word & I do not expect it from new, or old friends in this hobby life. I have 1 loyal person I have met in this adult community, but this is a BDSM lifestyle relationship that can not be compared. No.