I've actually been an on-again-off-again hobbyist for some years now.  Had a bit of a rough stretch financially for a while, which now is, thankfully, over.  My problem is that the few providers still working whom I'd seen in years past don't remember me, and are asking for as many as three references before agreeing to see me.  Is there any solution to this conundrum (want to see providers, but have no references other than the ones I've already seen two or three years ago)?

Suggest you see Alyssa Delora.  She's pretty understanding about such things and has other non-intrusive ways of screening.

https://www.preferred411.com/

Thanks!

Thanks; actually did sign up for this.  The two providers I most want to see still require references, even with preferred411 membership, unfortunately...  Thanks anyway, though.

If I am not mistaken, I believe Cindy in Seattle might do alternate screening...And I am sure that she would before than happy to suggest others.  Feel free to mention me to her, and I will help out in any way I can.  You and I have lots of history!

Love,
Samantha-  xoxo

Hey, Samantha - flattered (and surprised!) you remember me; we do indeed have quite some history.  Thanks for the kind words; we'll have to hook up one of these days!

Of course I remember you, Sweetheart!  How could I forget?  .  I've missed you terribly....xoxo...Hope we were able to help you with your request...And I look forward to seeing you soon!  Kiss, kiss!  Love, Samantha-

Miss Samantha, I do require references.
But it looks like TacomaRed has a great one from you.