It appears that my clumsy attempt at laying the background for a request has resulted in some misperceptions. I'm not sure that those who have characterized me as "clingy" and who've decided that I shouldn't be in the hobby (none of whom know me) can be persuaded to change their minds, but, at the risk of being one of those who "doth protesteth too much," I would like to pound out a few words in my own defense.
I'm not clingy. I do not request free time, but I will gladly take a woman who says, "Let's do lunch" up on her offer. I do not typically initiate text, email or PM exchanges, unless it is to ask for an appointment, but I will respond if someone initiates a non-business-related conversation, whether it's hi-how-ya-doin or a tax question. I do not ask for favors, but I don't mind providing assistance to someone who requests it. I enjoy giving, but I don't expect gifts (though they'd be gratefully accepted
) In short, while I do not expect any extra consideration from a provider, being on the receiving end of such attention is nice, it definitely plays a factor in whom I decide to see, and I have enjoyed it -- who wouldn't enjoy a pretty woman telling you you're "awesome"?
That may very well never happen again. To correct any misperception,
whether it does or not, the original post was trying to solicit advice on how to find a woman whom I would enjoy spending my time with and money on, and who would do a credible job of pretending to like me. Anything beyond that would be nice, but it's not a requirement. I don't know how common exclusivity on a client's part in this hobby is, but surely it can't be unusual for a guy to find everything he needs in one woman and stick with her until .... (At the very least, the request could be viewed in light of the many, many comments from guys in the various forums about relationships, friendships, OTC time, lunches and even freebies give, which instill hope in some of the rest of us.)
Yeah, I know I should find a girlfriend or SB. But that's not going to happen, and the hobby will have to do.
I was actually hoping to hear from some guys who have been similarly situated in the past, but I suppose they have nothing to add. As I suggested, maybe the only alternative is to wander around ECCIE and BP, doing some research, hitting on anyone who looks interesting and in my league, and hoping for a "yes."