Comments by pensionking (page 7)

@Random -- you're right, the financially independent woman of the 21st century is a recent phenomenon and turns this cash v sex dynamic on its ear. Not sure how this works out in the long run. Though, if I had a daughter, I would prefer her in this class rather than the 20th century dating power dynamic, if I am being honest with myself.

PD83 -- totally agree -- it is the difference between the short con and the long con Actually, the strip club/pros cash for sex exchange is more honorable. Both sides are clearly indicating what they desire without subtext or subterfuge. The long con known as dating is, at times, manipulative and without honor. I've known grown women urging their daughters to attend colleges where they will be more likely to meet rich, successful husbands. Yech.

Theory: All women are prostitutes, in a sense. Women trade sex for cash, overtly and covertly. They trade affection for security. Amazing how many women stay with wealthy dirtbags. So many rich trolls with hot women. Women are drawn to hot cars as they represent wealth and power. Status is conferred on the women attached to such men. Amazing how many divorces seem to follow inheritances. I was way less attractive to women in my teens and college years. Fast forward to my mid-twenties on up and "free" pussy was chasing ME -- my post college success -- cash, car, etc. had nothing to do with it, right ladies?? Just my skin cleared up, right? I just see it all so much more clearly from this perspective, now.

I married a 3 after having relations with 2s and 1s. Dumbass. One category 1 gal in particular use to giggle after swallowing as if she hit a half-court shot. I never understood that, but never complained, neither. Advice for you youngsters -- if you find a 1 or a 2, stick with them. When the coochie dries up, if they like to blow you, you'll still be happy. Otherwise, your sex life is over.

In my mid 20's, having a great career and being perceived as a catch (more financially than physically, I suspect), I had numerous free civi opportunities as women regularly traded sex in their pursuit of love. In many cases, for me, it was just sex. So many happy hour hookups after 8 pm. I will always believe women offer sex in their pursuit of a relationship while men imply love in their pursuit of sex (see Meatloaf -- Paradise by the Dashboard Light).. Also agree with Upright -- had one fuckbuddy once in my 20's that I could count on for mutually satisfying no strings action. Fuck it sucks being old.

@BHF -- all great points. Collectively bargained pensions and handouts are crippling high tax states. It is a vicious cycle -- I'll approve your handouts, you vote me back it, then I'll approve your next handout . . . Without term limits, there is no chance to break this downward spiral.

Don't most states with no or low income taxes receive the necessary revenue from sales and resort taxes, largely paid by tourists visiting places like Arizona, Nevada, Florida, et al? I wish state government in places like CA and IL were more fiscally responsible. Large cities like NY, LA and ChI just suck up every spare nickel.

The limitations on deducting property and state income taxes kills the middle class in high taxation states -- New York, California, Illinois, New Jersey -- all states that voted for Hillary. Coincidence? I think not. Politics in America -- the losers get fucked.

Insurance only works if lots of somebodys buy it and don't collect. If only sick people buy health insurance, any system is unsustainable. It's math. It is why auto insurance works. Everyone has it but few have accidents and make claims. Same with life insurance. Many have it but few die while covered.

I sort of agree with Warhawks. You cannot abandon the denial that you have begun. You have to either acknowledge that it is over or play the denial out for all it is worth. If you reverse course and attempt to fall on your sword, I cannot imagine it ending well for you. In the interim, it will be nothing but torture for you. Decide. It is 4th down. Punt or make..

Find some unique place to shop along the route yet beyond where you 'weren't supposed to be" and buy something expensive. Pay cash -- you cannot have a dated credit card receipt "after the fact." Think it through -- it has to be believable. Give it to her for Christmas and tell her where you got it as explanation for the suspicious paperwork. if she wants to stay with you, you will give her enough plausible deniability for her to stay with her pride intact. Tell her that searching your truck hurts your feelings and almost ruined the surprise. Good luck.

I call bullshit on this club. If a rule is a rule is a rule, then the time of day doesn't matter for shit. If they are required to scan (for liquor license, insurance, security or whatever), then those reasons are as valid at 3 pm as they are at 11 pm. Again, I call bullshit. I ask to speak with the owner, if present, and explain why they don't get my money. I will gladly show my ID, but you're not capturing my image or data. Nope.

IME, the Vegas casino girls are predominantly Caucasian. 90+%. I should have mentioned, I can only vouch for Vegas strip casinos.

I have always scored in every Vegas hotel in which I am staying. It is super easy. Just stroll around the casino bars and the slot machines immediately adjacent to the bars, entrances and elevator banks. Eye contact and a smile is all it takes. Look for a tiny purse. Just say hi. If she is a civi, her reply will be muted. If she is for rent, you will know instantly. There is no law against flirting. Never use escort agencies. If you seek to negotiate in the casino, after some small talk, ask what she needs for an hour (or a half hour) of her time in your room. As long as neither you nor she mention a sex act, you cannot be pinched. If she is what you think she is, she will appreciate your discretion. I have found that her pricing will fluctuate in direct correlation to the quality of hotel: Flamingo and Excalibur, etc. -- bargain Paris and Planet Hollywood -- mid range Venetian and Caesars -- high end Encore and Bellagio -- you can't afford it

I'd rather a bachelor party weekend in San Diego. Great food, beaches, golf. And Hong Kong Tijuana just minutes away.

You should be fine.

That is what the King gets for drawing too much attention to himself

Golf course beverage cart driver

You have to drive thru some pretty sketchy shit to get to Brooklyn. Not advised for an out-of-towner. Clayton is Bel Air. ESL is Compton. Wash Park clubs are close to expressway. Easy on and off. Kind of sketchy, too, but I've never been mugged. Scarlett's (formerly Hollywood) or Hustler for the viewing are just 1 block off expressway. Dollies for the finish. Remember, nothing good happens after midnight. Cold temps should keep some of the riff-raff off the street corners.

The standard operating procedure playbook when caught is to fall on your sword, admit everything, get counseling, pray, plead for "help" with your "problem" and then you get to move on after some brief public humiliation. If the accused makes any attempt to deflect criticism or defend himself (Cosby, Roy Moore, Wm. Clinton, et al) it NEVER goes away. Forgiveness is NEVER forthcoming even after some public shaming. Look how long it took for the Duke boys lacrosse team to prove their innocence -- and they were COMPLETELY innocent. 2017 in USA -- guilty upon accusation.

With first-hand knowledge, I can say that I strongly prefer LV Casino girls over Pahrump and the other brothel destinations mentioned above. I just cannot bring myself to pay the kind of money that the legal pros demand these days relative to the cost for comparable quality found in the bar area of any Vegas Strip casino/hotel. For an apple to apple experience, expect to pay 2X to 3X comparable rates. If you are planning a trip to Nevada purely for sex, as @hassen states, there are a great many better destinations. If you are going to Nevada for convention, meetings, business, gambling, or shows, by all means enjoy some dessert in the casino bars while you are there. I suppose, if you have NO GAME whatsoever (and cash to burn), make the trip to Pahrump, then. Plan on 1 hours, 20 minutes each way.

One way -- five hours -- LAX to Vegas Round trip -- five+ hours -- LAX to San Diego to TJ on foot and back Regularly, because I want more mileage and I don't want to party in my backyard, I travel 2.5 hours round trip.

In order to answer the OP in the spirit the question was raised, let's expand the circle to include any female blood relative (niece, granddaughter, etc.). First, I would question what kind of a disconnected shitty relative I am that I was unaware as to the chosen profession of my beloved relative. Second, I would assess her choice as it related to suitability. Girl's gotta eat!! If she possessed limited skills, I might not judge her chosen field so harshly. However, assuming she is of average or above-average intelligence, is mostly sober, reliable and well adjusted, I would have to question her choice -- as I would question a great many other under-achieving professions she might select -- as I would if she was dating a deadbeat BF. Filtered through the lens of "be all you can be", I may or may not be supportive. Knowing my female blood relatives, in each and every instance, if I am being honest with myself, I could not support the stripper career choice.