Mavica

Top Ten will differ, by whomever is asked.

"Need"? I doubt it. "Desired"? For some, yes. I, too, am a prostate cancer survivor.

Not all of us came to Thailand "because we sought sexual intimacy we couldn't find at home." Depending on age, yes ... many. My first visit to BKK was in 1992 - 30 years ago. At the time I was not partnered but had a very active sex life in Chicago where I lived. I also traveled to many other countries. Sex wasn't the only reason for these travels, but it was an important 'add on". The only country I've made a first trip to for sex ... was Brazil; Rio de Janeiro. I've never lived in Thailand, but I have lived on other countries. The longest length of time I've lived "abroad" was the 6 years I spent living/working in Mexico; Mexico City. In Mexico I was in my 40s and had sex to a level as if I was starving (and then having been fulfilled!). Sometimes, early-on, I had sex with 4 or 5 guys in a single day. If it walked, I'd fuck it. It was an extraordinary time in my life. As I satisfied the urge I developed repeat encounters with probably a half-dozen guys. They'd just show up on my doorstep, unannounced. I loved each one of them, and there were periods of time when one or two would live / stay with me for varying lengths of time (a weekend, a week, three months, a year, etc.). Mostly young men from the country, making periodic visits to the big city. Not just in Mexico City, but in Acapulco. A couple of them were elite military. Awesome lovers, each. Direct payment of money for sex/companionship wasn't always expected. When it was, it was (at the time) relatively minimal (Peso equivalent of US$20/50 per stay, usually). Though, one was a dental student who needed US$200 for dental school tuition (one of the most fantastic fucks I've ever had). They'd stay with me, I'd give them a place to stay, feed them, do their laundry, buy them some new clothing, a return bus ticket home ... and in two instances money to get them across the border into the USA to join family members (one of whom perished working in the World Trade Center 9/11). "True love"? Yes. At my age, I've learned to accept what comes my way - with gratitude. Share my affections and accept those of others ... without demands from either side. I have no problem sharing what I have, when I have it with partners (temporary or not) when they need help.

"true love"? In a gay or straight relationship, "true" can be elusive. Both in the relationship are looking for something, oftentimes it's different. We oftentimes, too, compromise to get what we want.

So true, the world over.

Monkeypox information: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/monkeypox https://www.ncdhhs.gov/media/17425/download?attachment?attachment https://www.fda.gov/vaccines-blood-biologics/vaccines/key-facts-about-vaccines-prevent-monkeypox-disease

Please don't troll this individual because you don't like buffed bodies, big dicks, etc. I'm suspecting you have an ulterior motive posting such negative comments about someone you say you don't know. 💋

Personally, I don't see the red flags you do, but to each his own standards. I know something about photoshop and that video isn't photoshopped and those photos of him holding the big dick give me no concern that they aren't accurate. Just because the advertisement doesn't meet your standards doesn't equate to it or he being deceptive. Those of us who may hire him always have the opportunity to communicate with him and ask for more detail - and his Whatsapp number is included. What if a reader on the forum suggests you have ulterior motives shading this guy? If untrue you wouldn't like being called dishonest, either. 🙄

Maybe you and I have looked at different individuals. When I click on the link I viewed a video which shows a handsome body and big dick (not erect), and there is a still photo of him with an erect dick. I agree with vetting someone before hiring, but calling this individual's listing as deceptive is a bit of a stretch - based solely on the information contained in the advertisement. 🙄

If you are a citizen or permanent resident of the USA, my understanding is that it's a violation of USA federal law to travel abroad and have sex with someone under the age of 18 - no matter the age of consent adopted by a particular foreign nation which may be less. https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/2423

I've read many of your comments, and a good number of them demonstrate you are judgmental about others. I'm wondering, are you merely shining a light on many of your own personal problems ... or do you have specialized training?

A substantial age difference, coupled with cultural/language differences can be a prescription for disagreement and disappointment all-around. I'll suggest that relatively few such relationships survive any length of time. But, yes, there are those that do work - daddy/son - and financial and emotional security will almost always be the reasons - for the younger of the two and the financial support the farang will provide the younger man's family. "Love", well, it's subjectively defined. Many "straight" relationships are no different. Money and other security is the glue that binds. And, yes, each of us ... both sides of the relationship - take what we can for our own reasons. Hopefully, we do this without abuse of any sort.

Oh, please! "American failure ..." is a bit melodramatic. So, if the USA has failed in the still developing situation ... which countries have gotten it right and whose advance preparations were the best or better?

Yes, I'm hoping some readers will become better informed. But it has to be said that any unapologetic boasting of dangerous sex practices ... which clearly can have a negative and health-threatening impact not only the boys but some of us who post here and travel to Thailand or elsewhere - should remind us that when we sleep, have sex, with money boys or Grindr dates, etc. we are potentially sleeping with the others they've slept with. Let's remember the threats we ourself can present to so many other people by our own bad behaviors. Ok, enough said. If I posted what I really think I'll likely be reprimanded by the Moderator. But there are comments in this discussion that do call out for repeated reminders of our responsibilities.

Thank you for the comments, and the link to the Politico article in another posting. Strategic supplies of Smallpox vaccines and the relatively recent Jynneos vaccine (with a cross use for Monkeypox) have been underfunded for decades. Jynneos was not approved for use in the USA until late-September 2019 - about 3 years ago. Recently published reports say first confirmed cases of Monkeypox in the USA occurred in July and November 2021, though it was presented in certain areas of Africa long before then. Remember, too, that Smallpox was not considered a health threat in the USA, Monkeypox was not considered a real threat yet and the funding for certain stockpiles was redirected to other emerging priorities. Though certain specialized segments / teams in a couple of US Federal health agencies knew of Monkeypox in Africa (maybe elsewhere), I think it's an exaggeration to say the "US federal government" knew of the risk to the USA "for over a decade." Were concerns passed along to the senior officials in the Executive Branch, or the U.S. Congress? I read many news sources daily and I don't recall reading or hearing the name "Monkeypox" before a couple or several months ago. And given the focus on COVID the past couple of years I'll suggest there was an understandable preoccupation with responding to that pandemic ... by national leaders. President Biden has been in office less than 2 years, so placing blame at his feet for a shortage of Smallpox or the additional vaccine which was approved 9 months after his ascent to the Presidency, is misplaced. Segments of the gay community can help to substantially slow the spread of Monkeypox. For that to happen requires a change in behavior, and there are gay men who I sense will refuse to make that change. A change of behavior is what led to, but was not solely responsible for, the proliferation of HIV and the tragic deaths of so many gay men ... and others. We read comments on these forums from gay men who engage in high risk behavior. And those who do that endanger many more of us. Thank you for your comments and further information.

Just who is it, which government worldwide anticipated, the appearance of Monkeypox? Biden? Ignorant to suggest that, by anyone. Listen, many gays aren't old enough to have lived through HIV/AIDS. Stop the dangerous behavior and the infections will not spread as quickly. We are responsible for our health, not the "government."

Yes. And, frankly ... isn't that what we want to "hear"? The flattering, the petting/touching the short time sex? But ... not much of the request for more money. 😍

IMO, an insane behavior. Careless to all concerned, and those who follow. Did we learn nothing the height of HIV, Monkeypox, STDs of all sorts?

Those of us who engage in irresponsible / dangerous or unsafe activities must be honest with our healthcare providers. Physicians have seen it all, and being less than candid is deceptive and curtails our good healthcare and the health of those others we interact with.

I've never seen poppers sold in other than brown bottles, and, FYI, poppers are used by many tops. My view of poppers, as someone who used them earlier in life: I stopped decades ago because of the dangers. To each his own.

LOL! 🙄

I'm not as judgmental of others. I prefer to let others live their lives as they want, without criticizing. 😀

I try not to be so judgmental of the lives of others.

Calle Amberes, where that hotel and many gay bars are located ... is a cesspool. Filthy. Abandoned buildings, etc. Visit the street for entertainment, okay. Stay either in Colonia Roma Norte or Santa Maria de la Ribera. Hotel Embassy in Roma Norte or Hotel Santa Maria in Santa Maria de la Ribera are both gay friendly and situated in good neighborhoods.

I don't use Uber in Mexico City. Too much fraudulent activity, IMO. Instead, I recommend using, from the airport, "authorized" taxi's from "Sitio 300" for which you can pre-pay the drive at a kiosk at the airport. Authorized taxi's from the airport offer safe and secure trips to your hotel/destination for a pittance in comparison to taxi prices it the USA. I've been doing this for the past 30+ years.