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I exchanged LINE with a couple of masseurs I really liked at shops I visited on this last trip, but we don't really message back and forth. The understanding when exchanging info was that I would get in touch with them directly the next time I was in Bangkok instead of going through the shop. I don't really plan to let them know in advance of my travel plans. I did exchange info with my grinder fellow who kept asking for financial support, so I ended up blocking him. My other special friend will only occasionally reach out for a chat maybe every couple of weeks. I am ok with that, as I really like him.

I am a long time member of another gay forum going back probably 20+years. I was initially referred to that forum by my best friend. I am not nearly as active on that forum, mostly just reading general posts of interest, but it is certainly not as welcoming and friendly as this forum. There is a lot of passive/aggressive behavior and even outright aggressiveness on that forum, so I rarely post any comments. Since I joined that forum so many years ago, it has gone through a number of leadership/owner changes. I believe some members of this forum are also members there, so may know what I am talking about. What is interesting to me about that forum is there was an unexpected and unfortunate death of the owner due to COVID. Many members of that forum thought it was basically the end of the site, but several members banded together who had expertise and experience in computers, others offered financial support, and under new ownership and a slightly different leadership structure the site continues and thrives. I am much more active on this forum and often find myself checking it a couple of times each day looking forward to reading the posts. As I already mentioned, members here are much more positive, encouraging, and welcoming. I would hope if something ever happened to ownership of this site that something similar would transpire and we would continue in some way. It does seem that the majority of active participants are older...myself included.

Sooner or later the US Postal Service is going to be forced to cut back on daily deliveries. Just this week I read an article that said they are $9 billion dollars in the red. They find themselves in a 'catch-22' situation. They have had a lucrative contract with Amazon for a number of years and Amazon has been trying to negotiate an extension of the current agreement for over a year. Amazon uses private and public delivery services, as well as their own trucks, depending on location. USPS has decided to put some delivery services up for auction, which was a surprise to Amazon. By doing so, the USPS is taking a huge risk that Amazon will take their business elsewhere which would cause even more financial difficulties. Kind of a no win situation for USPS. https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/24/business/usps-amazon-deal I don't see how USPS can realistically continue to provide delivery service to every household six days a week given the high cost of operating and the reduced volume. Just doesn't make good business sense. However, I also don't think they can completely eliminate the service like Denmark. I imagine there would be a huge public outcry if they tried to do that here.

Sorry for the loss of life and the crash. I didn't think statements could get any dumber than those of trump and his lackeys...but this one certainly seems to 'trump' even some of their statements. (Sorry for the pun...couldn't resist.)

Actually, if you go to the account where that link is posted on 'X' and scroll through some of the other posted videos online, Boss appears in a number of them. I checked some of them out and it gives you some idea of what his limits might be if hired. rubfin2rubfin @Rubfin2Rubfin

Late to the conversation here. I believe Prestige has a second location now in Sukhumvit area. They have a mix of muscular and twinks, but no guarantee of full service. Depends on the masseur you select and what happens behind closed doors. In general, Prestige will tell you such things do not happen at their shop. lol. Also, although from their LINE daily updates it appears to be mostly twinks, isn't FaFa Massage & Spa in the Sukhumvit area as well?

It has been fun reading the different perspectives from forum members who were able to connect. Sounds like a fun time was had by all. Am hoping there are some forum members in Bangkok during my upcoming seven week stay beginning in mid-February. Would love to actually meet, share life experiences, and put a face with a name. Happy you were able to connect with your hunks, but neither would be my type. Guess I am a die-hard fan of twinks. More muscular and hunky guys just don't do it for me.

I found Taipei and Taiwan in general to be an interesting place to visit and spend time. It is probably more expensive than Bangkok as far as 'entertainment' goes, but perhaps not too much more.

Thanks for sharing the videos with detailed information about the various jumps. My mother would always enjoy watching the figure skating competitions on television, both female and male, and I would always join her for some of it...mostly the males. Brings back fond memories of special times together. Never have been able to even stand up on ice skates, and certainly never understood the difference between the various jumps. Fascinating to learn more about it.

Same here. A perfect specimen for me.

The first image in this group looks AI generated to me. Does anyone else think that? Can't quite decide of the other two photos are the same person in different styles of underwear or two different individuals. In either case, one or both would be welcome in my bed anytime. Just the type I like!

Here is the link posted previously in another thread by @Enchanted_Elixir: Mr. Boss can be seen in full action here on X (make sure you are logged in on X first.) https://x.com/rubfin2rubfin/status/1977360855906877571?s=61&t=SsPuhwR7PT9SKfSlpkJZOA

On my one and only visit to Moonlight back in October, I do not recall seeing Babe at all. I am sure I would have remembered him, as I find him very attractive. Not sure he is attractive enough for 8000-10,000 Baht, but very attractive. The one I did notice and comment on was Boss. As I recall, he was quite the topic of conversation in my trip report by others, as well, and I believe someone even posted a link to a video he was in...I mean like a hard core video. He could definitely tempt me to loosen the purse strings a little. lol.

I have lost my phone twice over the years. Both times it was because I had a bad habit of putting the phone in my lap while driving around town. I would forget it was there, then get out of the car and the phone would fall onto the ground. I wouldn't realize until some time later, but it was long gone by the time I discovered it was missing and returned to the car. You would think after doing it the first time I would have learned my lesson. Thankfully, I have never experienced the loss of wallet or passport (knock on wood).

Thanks! Think I prefer his hair style in the video versus the still shot. I assume these guys are the models at Moonlight and not number guys. I don't see numbers on the red shorts for any of the guys in the videos. That would mean they are not offable? Or, very expensive? lol.

Third video...guy walking across the stage who bends down to get the garlands.

Sure is! What is the name of the one with all of the garlands to the far right as you look at the stage?

Very true, but I am definitely not one of them! lol. Not what I was looking for. Ended up having to block him on my return to Denver. Have to give him an 'A' for effort, as he certainly was a persistent little devil.

Nice to know there are still some honest people in the world, isn't it. So glad you were able to get your phone back and you avoided disaster.

You will recall from my October/November trip report that I met a young man via Grinder who was employed full time at one of the large Thai banks who wanted to be boyfriends, but also wanted a monthly contribution from me of $1000 USD! It started out innocently enough without any request for money, but eventually that did come up. I do not know if he could be called a 'money boy', but hindsight makes me think it is at least a side hustle. On the other hand, I met a really nice therapist at one of the massage shops who has continued to maintain contact with me and we have made plans to spend time together when I return to Bangkok in February. Not once has he mentioned money or asked for a single thing. It would appear he simply enjoys my company.

I also notice that Blue, as well as several others, are listed in the daily updates via LINE with Jey-Spa and Glam in addition to SMS Sanctuary. Where is Magic Touch and Sabaidee located? Are they in Silom area? Worth a visit when I am there in February?

I do the same thing. My phone is always in my front pocket. I do not use it for financial transactions when I travel, so the only time it comes out of my pocket is for sending/receiving quick messages via text, LINE, WhatsApp, etc. or if I happen to be using the maps app trying to find a specific location. I don't use it enough when out and about to worry about needing a battery pack.

Pardon my ignorance, but what is 'gooning'? Something I have never heard of before.

I definitely love food and enjoy eating very much. One of my favorite things to do especially when traveling is to try new places and new foods. I just never take photos of my food and have always been curious about what the fascination is with taking photos of your food and posting it online. Then again, I am probably odd man out in the fact I have no social media accounts and never post photos of anything online. lol.

I have never quite understood this. Most of my Asian friends and colleagues are that way, regardless of where they work and live. Why is there such a need to take photos of a plate of food?!? Even Asian students in the general population at the high school where I taught were this way when I would travel with various groups as a staff chaperone. I simply don't get it.