I've started sending a quick email or text after meeting someone new. Do you feel this is an invasion of privacy? Am I over stepping my boundaries? Should I only reach out if someone contacts me first?

My head says that I am doing something nice by saying thank you after our meeting, but my gut is giving me the opposite message. I feel conflicted.  

What do ya'll think?

A follow up email is a nice way to say thank you. It sweetens the memory and kindles a desire to repeat.

Everyone has their opinion I'm sure, but I like the idea. I think it's thoughtful and classy. I personally would like it. I know some guys prefer the extra privacy though. To each his own

Doesn't bother me at all - in fact I find it a very nice touch!  text me anytime

...and very good head it is (pun intended)...

your gut is wrong on this one.. if you've been e-mailing / texting prior to the meeting, then I always appreciate a quick post meeting thank you... and not just on the first visit

You've been a very classy lady all the years I've known you...........just further proof. Great little touch!

I think its a great idea and am all for it. I know in my business I would send a thank you note to a purchasing agent for a new or big order. Shows your class act Gina!

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I agree with Richrass (& many others, I'm sure).  Everything I've ever heard about you, in addition to what I see regarding you, & any correspondence we've ever had, confirms a classy dame.  This gesture is an example of that.  IMO, I have to agree that your gut is wrong on this one (a rarity as you know, but a possibility on occasion), & that your head is right.  Provided the same contact method is utilized that was used to set up the date, this should never be a problem, & it further reinstates what a doll you are.  I too usually add to my follow-up that I won't be contacting them again unless they correspond first, for discretion's sake, such as you mentioned.

I personally like it.  It puts things on a personal note, yet staying professional.
XOXO
Kat

Sharing yourself with someone else is very personalised, especially if you are friendly.  
Sending a short personalised note seems natural.

Course, I've been told many times that I'm an usuall person.  Making vases is a hobby of mine. I keep a variety of vases in an are in front door halway.  When I hire someone, a plumber, electrician, repair my HVAC, if they are pleasant, don't object when I watch and ask questions, I thank them by having them whatever vase they like.  Most exclaim how their wife will love it.

Deprive

I like it.
Nice, classy touch, Gina.

I think it's a nice gesture, but if it's not immediately (within an hour) after, I think it could cause some embarrassment or worse for gentleman who are on the down low.

What a nice gesture Deprived!  As a recipient, that would have made my day & reassured what I loved about my job!

I remember back in the day when I used to send people, such as the mail-carrier or the landscaper, a Christmas card every year, thanking them for their continued hard work & kindness.  I don't know why I ever stopped w/gestures like that; it made me feel good to make them feel good.  But something I've noticed in the past decade or so, is that good customer service is dismal for the majority, so when I actually experience it these days, I'm in lottery-winner type of shock.  And your vases gesture reminds me of the other day when I arrived 15 min before closing at VS, b/c their site claimed 7pm vs 6 on Sundays (my fault not confirming this via phone).  Anyway, FIVE different sales-ladies would not help me b/c I guess they wanted out of there.  Mind you, I had every intention of dropping every penny of this $300 gift card, which was appalling to me that they did not want my money (ahhh, I just love Scottsdale sales-people!).  }  But this one young sales-girl was unlike all the others & she assisted me, educated me, made trips back & forth for me, properly fitted me for the first time in my whole life, & was super sweet the entire time... by now it was 6:30.  Her over-the-top, yet genuine customer service almost had me in tears I kid you not, & all I could offer her was a tip.  She refused, being against corp policy, though I presented ways around this so she wouldn't get into trouble.  Since she declined, delighted to be of help, I had only one thing left to give her... I hugged her so tight b/c I needed to validate the good she bestowed.  She probably questioned my intentions w/fear, but my point is that the vases thing & sending a post-meeting thank you... those are both gestures that can truly make someone's day, especially if they've lost hope that anyone cares about anything other than money these days.  How considerate.

I have always enjoyed a nice thank you after a date, either by email or text. Even if i don't receive one, i make sure that i send one out to them. Its just a nice way to show some appreciation for the time that we spent together. A simple thank you goes a long way............

especially if I'm still in another universe (relaxed to the max) or still riding that wave that I do after I squirt ;O)

xoxo,

MsManae

I can't add anything to what has already been said except that if I recieved one from you I would be very happy to receive it.  Your doing this shows again at just what a class act you truly are.

It is only good manners to thank someone for their business.  It's also a great way to make a guy feel like he was more than just a bip-bam encounter.  I know several companions who send thank you e-mails to me.  I love it.  Good job.

....sort of about timing I guess. I don't do it each time but most of the time I do but i'll send something like a "thanks for a great date, nice meeting you, let DO IT again much sooner than later"  like a few mins after they leave and so far most appreciate it and send back a similar response. All is well in the world. Sometimes it depends on if I saw a ring....I'll likely send an email vs a text.

Huge smile when your message was received!

I love it, but I am single. That is something that would make me come back for more. I'm sure most guys would like it. If their wife might see it on their phone...not so good.

And appreciate it when it is returned....

A Thank You from the lady before I have had a chance to send mine is great....

RocketMan

I can speak for everybody else but for me it makes me want to comeback an see you.  I know this is a business but it makes a guy feel really good. How do you feel when you do something good for some and they tell you thank you.  I believe you treat people how you want to be treated.

I know this question has been asked before, but I find that trends change over time. I'm glad to see that a simple thank you email is well received. I'll also be sure not to text my thank you, as unintended eyes might see it. Thank you again to everyone who chimed in!
xoxo
Gina

After all that and I would get a "thank you" too?  What a deal!