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Any gays based in Houston-Galveston area? Visitors are welcome to connect as well! 34m. Feel free to reach out directly!

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My manager uses the 😈 emoji a lot instead of the word "devil". like for example: "i'm playing 😈's advocate here"
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Are there any gay NIMBY? Aren’t they awful?

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Hey, I am looking for fellow lesbians to connect. 27F. Preferred age range 30-49. Feel free to DM.

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what’s (or who’s) everyone doin for NYE? Anything fun? I’m sick, but tomorrow is my 1 year sober anniversary so I’m excited for that. 🙌🏼

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What do you guys (men) normally wear to circuit parties?

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Went on the most wonderful first date last night. The conversation flowed naturally and “just getting drinks” turned into a 3 hour date. Already have dinner scheduled for next week. I was feeling burnt out and ja… more

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Has anyone been to any MEAT Parties?

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Do you think letting people know you are lgbt is negative to your career development? Sometimes people ask if I am single and this or that but I hide it.

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So many gay guys on the apps are crazy. Have had a couple guys this past week threaten me for not messaging them back, or say I’m ugly… but I wasn’t “ugly” until I didn’t return your message. If someo… more

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the gays will always fall in love with someone who lives 10,000 km away , like why is this always the case , where I live is drier than the sahara and would just like to have someone who lives 20 minutes away o… more

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I mean. Honestly if you don’t keep initiating conversations, how can you expect me to initiate?

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Did anybody had to travel to non LGBTQ+ friendly countries for a client engagement ? Especially in Africa (Kenya or South Africa). Is it safe ?

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Me & my best friend just admitted we’re in love with each other. We’ve hooked up a few times but it hasn’t been a core piece of our relationship thus far... we’re stuck wondering what to do if eve… more

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Where do you find real love these days as a gay man?

Grindr deleted me, these other apps are equally trash, I’m over the bar/club scene.

Just wanna find a guy to build a life with - it’s all I’ve truly ever wanted.… more

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