Will the Palm Springs Escort Weekend get cancelled?

[Lucky]

As the week has progressed, (degressed?) I imagine many people have come to a new reality about what the corona virus is doing to our lives.

Nothing good, it seems. Soon many more stores will be closed as business drops or government edicts shutter them. There are still flocks of students on Florida beaches, but I'll bet next Sunday there will be a lot fewer. Once the virus counts skyrocket, as expected, more people will indeed take this very seriously.

Which is to say that I am self-isolating and am grateful to this site and its owner, a Mr. Oz. It gives me something to do. Like pal around with that New York rascal.

[RockHardNYC]

1 hour ago, TotallyOz said:

I do not understand why anyone in their right mind would travel or get into a gathering with people who do travel.

That's precisely how I feel. I had to postpone my April/May trip to Italy, and if it means I avoid getting sick or infecting others, I'm good with that.

1 hour ago, TotallyOz said:

I am not a doom and gloom kind of guy.

Me neither.

1 hour ago, TotallyOz said:

I have no desire to go to a party, event, etc. in the USA or abroad right now.

I always have the desire to experience beauty and fun. My new home in Italy is absolutely gorgeous, especially with a few naked men walking around arguing over the flowers. The high that comes from a beloved visit will just have to be moved to a later date, when it is safer for everyone. I'm happy to help Italy's economy when the time is right. America already benefits from my tax dollars.

2 hours ago, TotallyOz said:

If others want to meet and play, that is their call as an adult.

The professional adults in health care are all cautioning for social distancing and no gathering. COVID-19 is not the same thing as choosing to take PrEP or suck dick without a condom. COVID-19 is highly contagious, and its incubation period with no evident symptoms may last five days. That's plenty of time to do damage to others.

IMO, this virus has less to do with "call as an adult" and everything to do with being a responsible human being.

[RockHardNYC]

The news is more bleak than ever.

Le Bernardin, Daniel and Other Top New York Restaurants Temporarily Close. Others are likely to follow as owners’ worries shift from canceled reservations to survival.

N.Y.C.’s Economy Could be Ravaged by Coronavirus Outbreak  "With the closing of museums, Broadway theaters and restaurants, tourism is plunging, leaving New York facing mass layoffs and business failures."

This is not something from which one can easily recover. Most businesses can't remain closed for too long without dying. The number of people out of work will be staggering. Most people don't have savings of $400 in case of an emergency. Scary stuff.

[Lucky]

We all know just how important RockHard thinks he is. His ego is in the stratosphere along with one Donald J. Trump.

And guess what? RockHard's efforts to close the Palm Springs Weekend are now being endorsed by none other than Donald J. Trump!

Whereas various officials have called to ban gatherings of more than 250, 100, or 50 people, the Donald wants them limited to 10.

So there goes the Palm Springs Weekend, and RockHard can crow that he is now influential with his favorite President!

Our very own RockHard, soon to be at the White House!

[Lucky]

The Riverside County Health Director has decreed that no gatherings should have more than ten people, at least until the end of April.

[TotallyOz]

14 hours ago, Lucky said:

So there goes the Palm Springs Weekend, and RockHard can crow that he is now influential with his favorite President!

Our very own RockHard, soon to be at the White House!

I have heard he is in close with the administration. People have said he has great influence. I read he will help legalize prostitution!

[RockHardNYC]

When it comes to bad news, host Oliver is more silent than Trump. Guess he's too busy on his knees to care about his guests. If and when the PS party revelers come to their senses (some are doing so), it will be interesting to see how PS gay hotels handle refunds.

Under normal conditions their refund policy is quite strict. The gay hotels in Palm Springs live or die by each high season, unless someone is quite liquid. Palm Springs is a seasonal destination, with March and April being the busiest months. Gay hotels are open year round, but they are not usually booked to capacity outside of March and April.

It's extremely difficult for a seasonal hotel to issue refunds past their deadline dates. They don't have any way to recoup that money.

The COVID-19 situation is unique. Fault lies with no one, and businesses are being forced to do things they would not normally do.

If cancellations are going to occur, it will be interesting to read from fellow gays who gets their deposit money returned and who does not. This issue now enters the realm of customer service. Most gay hotels in PS are privately owned, so any decision to return deposits will be individual. Any generosity and compassion is going to have to come directly from the owner of each hotel. No two gay guys think alike when it comes to generosity and compassion.

I wish good luck to the guys seeking a refund.

[Buddy2]

I am not sure an unreturned deposit is as big an issue as getting very sick through non urgent travel.

[RockHardNYC]

1 hour ago, Buddy2 said:

I am not sure an unreturned deposit is as big an issue as getting very sick through non urgent travel.

On the totem pole of life, health ranks much higher than money. However, that wasn't the point. Unless you are prepared to sustain financial loss, every lost dollar can cause further pain in the presence of crisis.

[Buddy2]

6 minutes ago, RockHardNYC said:

On the totem pole of life, health ranks much higher than money. However, that wasn't the point. Unless you are prepared to sustain financial loss, every lost dollar can cause further pain in the presence of crisis.

Health comes first always. Anyone who has enough money to fly to Palm Springs and rent a hotel room (and perhaps hire) can afford to lose a deposit. 

[Buddy2]

The French Open Tennis Tournament is postponed until September. It is a slam event.

 

Note: Palm Springs Event

[RockHardNYC]

32 minutes ago, Buddy2 said:

Anyone who has enough money to fly to Palm Springs and rent a hotel room (and perhaps hire) can afford to lose a deposit.

I'm not arrogant enough to make such assumptions.

[Buddy2]

41 minutes ago, RockHardNYC said:

I'm not arrogant enough to make such assumptions.

 Hasn't stopped you until now. Yikes.

You know how much guest houses and hotels cost in Palm Springs.

[Buddy2]

1 hour ago, RockHardNYC said:

I'm not arrogant enough to make such assumptions.

The Kentucky Derby has been cancelled.

 

Catch up.

[RockHardNYC]

On 3/14/2020 at 6:41 AM, RockHardNYC said:

And now from Bloomingdales:

"As we navigate this unprecedented time…

We consistently hear that you come to us not just when you're looking to buy something, but for the fun experience you have whenever you visit. Today, that is unchanged -- we are here and will continue to provide you with the service you expect from us..."

Today I received a new email from Bloomingdales:

[Lucky]

2 hours ago, RockHardNYC said:

Today I received a new email from Bloomingdales:

 

Rockie, if the Palm Springs Weekend must shut down, don't you think your tea rooms have to go as well?

[Latbear4blk]

9 hours ago, RockHardNYC said:

When it comes to bad news, host Oliver is more silent than Trump. Guess he's too busy on his knees to care about his guests.

You keep making references to Oliver as a devoted cocksucker, with a derogatory demeanor. Why? I say Kudos to Oliver! I wish I was similarly busy.

[RockHardNYC]

1 hour ago, Latbear4blk said:

You keep making references to Oliver as a devoted cocksucker, with a derogatory demeanor. Why? I say Kudos to Oliver! I wish I was similarly busy.

Excuse me? I thought you were a teacher?

Ever hear of Nero?

[Lucky]

So now Oliver is Nero. Geez, Rockie. Why are you so obsessed with him? Get to a shrink before they close down!

[Latbear4blk]

Oliver singing under Palm Springs' clouds colored by the coronavirus fire.

[RockHardNYC]

2 hours ago, Latbear4blk said:

Oliver singing under Palm Springs' clouds colored by the coronavirus fire.

Yes, now you understand.

I realize the new board TROLL may be near brain death. But I am not. Having been forced these past few weeks to rethink and ultimately postpone a two month trip to Italy to enjoy my new home, I have Italian history on my mind. Ancient Roman history is another hobby of mine. While there is horror all around me with the devastating effects of COVID-19, my playful imagination is still working.

No one enjoys sucking cock more than I do. And under normal, healthier conditions, I would praise the generous, pleasurable, subservient position. But in case no one is paying attention, there is a devastating, highly contagious virus attacking our country, and the painful ramifications of this tragedy are going to be felt for a very long time. The whole point of social distancing and "shelter in place" is to save lives. This is no time for a cock sucking party. And any man with a brain in his head or a heart in his chest should be able to realize that.

The World We Once Lived in Has Vanished. Even if we manage to defeat the coronavirus, that world will not return.

Edited March 18, 2020 by RockHardNYC

[Buddy2]

59 minutes ago, RockHardNYC said:

Yes, now you understand.

I realize the new board TROLL may be near brain death. But I am not. Having been forced these past few weeks to rethink and ultimately postpone a two month trip to Italy to enjoy my new home, I have Italian history on my mind. Ancient Roman history is another hobby of mine. While there is horror all around me with the devastating effects of COVID-19, my playful imagination is still working.

No one enjoys sucking cock more than I do. And under normal, healthier conditions, I would praise the generous, pleasurable, subservient position. But in case no one is paying attention, there is a devastating, highly contagious virus attacking our country, and the painful ramifications of this tragedy are going to be felt for a very long time. The whole point of social distancing and "shelter in place" is to save lives. This is no time for a cock sucking party. And any man with a brain in his head or a heart in his chest should be able to realize that.

Labear4lbk has attended the Palm Springs Weekend and written diary entries on line that are both personal and  useful for everyone. Until I read his diary I didn't quite understand the weekend.

 

Attacking him is a mistake.

Edited March 18, 2020 by Buddy2

[RockHardNYC]

3 minutes ago, Buddy2 said:

Labear4lbk has attended the Palm Springs Weekend and written diary entries on line that are both personal and  useful for everyone. Until I read his diary I didn't quite understand the weekend.

I've read his musings and commented on them in the past. I know other people, including escorts, who have attended the PS Event.

5 minutes ago, Buddy2 said:

Attacking him is a mistake.

It would never occur to me to "attack" Labear4lbk. WilliamM, sometimes you write things that don't make any sense, and I wonder if something unknown is causing this?

[Buddy2]

34 minutes ago, RockHardNYC said:

I've read his musings and commented on them in the past. I know other people, including escorts, who have attended the PS Event.

It would never occur to me to "attack" Labear4lbk. WilliamM, sometimes you write things that don't make any sense, and I wonder if something unknown is causing this?

That may be because you are totally involved with yourself.

[Latbear4blk]

I did not feel attack, @Buddy2. I often disagree with @RockHardNYC, but I think he is someone you can disagree with without losing your sense of humor. We all need to take ourselves less seriously, I think.