I started in this hobby in the late 80s. No Cell phone,no internet. We'd cruise the stroll and pick up the girl you thought was pretty. The rate was 60 for a blow, 80 for a lay and 100 for half and half. They usually had a hiding spot where we could park and get to business in your car. Some had contacts at seedy hotels.
This went on for years for me, banging pretty girls was a thrill for a horny 20s buck , well into my 30s.
One day I picked up a smokin lady, super friendly and talkative. We did our business and instead of dropping her off at the stroll, she asked if I had time to swing by McDonald's. I suggested we eat inside. She agreed. We spent close to 2 hours bullshitting. She was a blast. We had a real connection. After that, whenever I cruised the stroll, I looked for her. Sometimes cruised for an hour hoping she would show up.
Over the years I have had similar experiences to this and have formed true friendships well after their retirement. One lady I'm still in contact with I met 30 years ago.
Now a days I don't partake in the hobby much. But when I do, personality attracts me more than a beautiful body. If I find a smokin lady with a gorgeous mind, that's my unicorn. I would rather see a less attractive lady with a good attitude than a more attractive lady with no attitude.
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