We are now resuming our regularly scheduled programming.

But first, let's talk about the fact that I am basically a cheapskate.

For a long time in my early adulthood, I was basically broke, and living a hand to mouth existence.  I learned how to live on very little money, and to this day I am not really all that materialistic.  And that aspect was amped up big time as I dismantled the apartment.  It really is just stuff.

That being said, I got my arm twisted by my housemate to spend the weekend at All Worlds / Inn Exile in Palm Springs.  

OK, it was a little pricey, but we had a good time there.  And I learned that we see eye to eye on the idea that you don't do stuff like that alone.  Although it would SOUND as if it would be a good idea in light of the fact many people go to engage in NC-17 activity with strangers, it's really not the case.  First you need to compare notes.  Second a wingman is useful in this situation.

My housemate and I sleep in separate bedrooms, but I will also admit to one thing.  I like sleeping in the same bed with him!  It is a nice feeling (especially since damnit he is a great guy who is nice to cuddle with.)  Worst case scenario, I got practice in sleeping with others.

And it was probably worth the money because we both needed the break.