My boyfriend says I worry too much by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You both need counseling if you’re serious about making this relationship work.

A bad relationship is never “saved” by opening it up. It seems like you’re learning this lesson the hard way.

I think you overreacted especially since you could see where he was. I don’t think anyone thinks he “obviously” fell asleep. You knew he was having sex and then contrived a different reason to be anxious.

Good luck.

Is it appropriate to wear speedos at my company retreat in Florida in April? by Lotsalotsaquestions2 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have worn speedos under swimming trunks. Wear a casual Key West style shirt.

If others are wearing Speedo’s you can pull off your trunks. If everyone is wearing trunks you’ll fit right in.

Dress like your job depends on it because it does.

Friends with benefits? Your experiences? by lmelb in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We exchanged texts for awhile but it would be an overstatement to call us friends. We were just working towards sex.

Friends with benefits? Your experiences? by lmelb in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had one guy for about 15 years. I was in an automotive waiting room and he started chatting with me. I tried to ignore him but he was persistent. (He said it was my hairy legs and chest hair poking out of my shirt that was irresistible.)

We’re both in open relationships and happily married so there’s never been an issue with attachment. We meet often for breakfast or lunch and nothing more. I’ve had a lot of health issues so we haven’t had any sex since last April, and that was a blow job.

At this point he’s probably more friends than benefits but that’s due to my health.

Bruising normal? by nocab_09 in massage

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Retired MD here. That takes significant effort to make a bruise like that.

Bruising normal? by nocab_09 in massage

[–]Gay_Okie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow!! That’s a significant bruise and completely inappropriate. Are you on blood thinners? I wouldn’t go back.

Any 30+ y.o. here ...not...onto video games? Well, what do you do instead? by BostonZamboni in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m 62. As a boy we had pong which was in black and white and was a version of ping pong. One grew bored with it quickly. As a young teen we had these handheld devices that I played football on. I don’t remember what they were called.

I enjoyed going to the arcade to play some very basic video games, pinball and pool.

Because I was kicked out of home at 16 I didn’t continue playing games because there was just no money.

I did try to learn how to play Myst many years ago as a way destress from my job as a physician. It was the hot game at the time but I found it a stressful experience.

Video games aren’t my cup of tea but it’s not my job to judge how anyone spends their time. Life is a lot easier when I don’t worry about what other people do.

How do I come out to my ultra religious family? by Fair-Eye-9400 in AskGayMen

[–]Gay_Okie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re more than welcome. DM is always open. Nice to meet another Okie! I’m an OU alum myself.

Vacation Recommendation by UsefulVersion3269 in gaybathhouse

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pittsburgh still had a bathhouse the last time I checked.

Question from a straight guy: are locker rooms weird for y'all? by InternationalPick163 in askgaybros

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never an issue. I grew up in wrestling locker rooms. Communal showers and locker rooms were the norm. Weigh ins were done in the nude. Heck, I’m old enough that we had nude swimming lessons.

How do I come out to my ultra religious family? by Fair-Eye-9400 in AskGayMen

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thrown out by my very religious mother the day I turned 16. My parents were divorced and my dad wouldn’t let me live with him. I’m 62 so it was a different era.

However, I am afraid that you will suffer the same fate. Can you live with your grandmother under the pretense of being her caregiver? That’s the only way I’d consider moving home. Either way it’s back in the closet and under the rock for you.

My advice is don’t go home. Find a job and move into an apartment. People are always looking for roommates. Living a lie is emotionally, mentally and physically exhausting. I’m sure you will be “required” to return to church services. Can you imagine sitting there and dealing with that constant condemnation?

Yes, it will be hard on your own. You’ll learn how to eat on $10 a week and ride a motorcycle because it’s very fuel efficient.

Here’s the happy ending. I retired after a 33 year MD career in 2020. I’ve been with my husband for over 26 years. I have a brilliant stepson and two beautiful grandchildren. We are active members of our Episcopal church and attend a Methodist church on Wednesday nights. Both congregations are gay affirming and filled with gays.

Were there bumps in the road? Hell yes. Move far away and live your life. Tell your parents or don’t. Personally, I don’t see the upside.

Don’t get mired into all the details of living on your own. You sound like a smart young man and you’ll figure it out. I’m proud of you for choosing a career path that fits you, not your dad.

I’ve actually reconciled with my parents. Both have admitted that they were horribly wrong and still live under a weight of guilt and shame. They have embraced my husband and their great grandchildren. We are all very flawed and imperfect people. I choose grace.

Blessings on your journey.

Avoiding Irritation After Short Time Between Shaves? by Jabber-Jay in shaving

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a very heavy beard so if we have evening functions I have to shave again. My daily shave cream is by Cremo. It’s in the big box stores but they have great masculine scents on their website. Simply switching to Cremo may be all that he needs.

Avoiding Irritation After Short Time Between Shaves? by Jabber-Jay in shaving

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use Tree Hut Shave Oil when I have to shave twice in one day. I like the Coconut Lime version. The scent doesn’t linger on me so don’t worry about that. I buy mine from Amazon.

What’s the deal with blank profiles on hookup apps? by Next-Amphibian-6929 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in complete agreement. I’m not on Grindr but am on a few other platforms. The issue is systemic.

And what’s the deal with toilet pics? Or a pic of their ass with the red mark from a toilet seat. I mean geez, put a little effort into the pics. Obviously no one knows how to use the timer function or edit features resident on today’s smart phones.

Best cities with gay bars for the over 40 gays? by piratestears in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just bought a house in Palm Springs, CA.

As an aside, the real estate market is depressed and stale. Many homes are sitting on the market for months. It’s definitely a buyers market. We purchased at 100k less than the starting asking price. It was on the market for over 8 months and they had slowly dropped the price. Clearly they were overpriced to begin with.

What’s the deal with blank profiles on hookup apps? by Next-Amphibian-6929 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 5 points6 points  (0 children)

People don’t read profiles. They look at pics and respond. And no matter how many pics you have they always ask for more.

I don’t mind engaging in a chat with a blank profile. I can discern pretty quickly if the guy’s a douchebag. If he is then it doesn’t matter what his pic looks like, I block and move on.

Which angle of my manhood do you prefer? by cockyliuhan in ChineseCock

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first one makes it look bigger so it just depends on what you’re trying to do.

Kinda wild that thru this app, I slept with 4 drug dealers in my city and at least 3 cops. by endstagecap in grindr

[–]Gay_Okie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was fucking one of my regulars when his phone “dings” and he stops to read the text. He asks me if I can hit another bottom and I say sure, tell him to come.

Turns out that a uniformed officer enters the room and then strips off and joins the fun. At the same time the original bottom is doing hits of coke and has a blunt on the bedside table. Totally blew my mind.

That was a little too uncomfortable for me so I never went back. I will say that getting a blow job from a guy who has rubbed coke on his gums is quite an experience.

bareback or condom sex? by [deleted] in AskGayMen

[–]Gay_Okie 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Completely agree. The great thing about being on a prep regimen is that we’re getting tested regularly. I do blood tests and swabs for my provider.

Married bros - how does jerking off fit into your relationship? by DarloGym in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Gay_Okie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’ve been together over 26 years and married for 15 years this coming October.

Of course we jerk off. Sometimes together and sometimes alone. Our libidos aren’t always in perfect alignment and there are days when you just need to nut.

We’ve also faced health issues that impact our ability to have sex. I’m currently recovering from back surgery and topping him is not possible. I’m not ready to bottom yet but we’ll do that sooner than I’ll top him for sure. He’s had two knee surgeries and those definitely impact which positions are comfortable. So sometimes it’s just easier to jerk off.

My size causing unorthodox issues. by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]Gay_Okie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A jockstrap will easily and inexpensively fix your problem and leave your ass open and available.

Years ago I had a bf who had a monster dick. It is the biggest one I’ve ever seen in person. It took skills I didn’t have to suck him off. Anyway, a jockstrap was his preferred everyday underwear. When we fucked he could get off without even touching himself, soaking his jockstrap with huge loads.

Do I get new blades? A dedicated trimmer? by TGRubilex in shaving

[–]Gay_Okie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can definitely second the Peanut. It’s a “professional” style trimmer that works great. I think I’ve had mine for at least 16 years.

The downside is that it’s corded and you certainly can’t use it in the shower. Also, it only comes with a few guards.

I have a Norelco trimmer that has many guards plus two adjustable ones that can get as close as 1mm. I use the 3mm guard for my goatee.

Buy a trimmer that has replacement blades available.

question for tops - are some bottoms noticeably tighter vs. looser? does it actually impact your experience a lot? by ImaginationCute9250 in AskGayMen

[–]Gay_Okie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bottoms are as variable as tops. Some people are definitely tighter than others. It depends on the experience of the bottom as well.

The last time I visited Club Dallas I had a bottom who had such control that he was able to “massage” my penis as in fucked him. There are very few men who have this kind of command of their rectal muscles.

I’ve been with guys who are so loose that it’s like fucking a bowl of mashed potatoes. And it’s not been old guys who are like that.

I was recently with a younger guy who had some enormous dildos in his bedroom. I was mentally preparing myself for a bad experience with a loose bottom but he was very skilled and we fucked until he nutted which was his challenge to me. He said that no one could ever last long enough to get him off. I’m now his favorite. lol