Social gatherings that include both SP's and our admirers are a great opportunity for everyone involved to not only put a face to a name/a person's online presentation, but also to observe more subtle nuances that may make a person of interest even more attractive. Does her gait stir something within you? In conversation, is his inquisitive look particularly intriguing? Wow, they have a beautiful laugh! And of course; woah, THOSE LEGS. Not all of these things can be well showcased and properly appreciated through listings, social media, or online banter.
Overall I'd say mixed socials are a good time! People mingle and libations are available, most people are quite open and interested in chatting, and I've met both SP's and admirers in this kind of setting with whom I now have treasured relationships with. I can't say for certain that we would have ever met otherwise.
I think, for some, disappointment may arise after* these socials if:
1. an admirer assumes that an SP's screening practices or listed honorariums should change for them because they've now already met in person, or
2. if an SP perhaps put their best face forward at an event, but later provides a lackluster experience at a subsequent rendezvous.
I don't believe disappointment is the norm for the majority of people who make connections at these kinds of gatherings though. Pro tips for everyone: **smell fresh, but no need to bathe in perfumes**, wear something clean and crisp, don't try to put on a fake facade, be reasonable about how much you may drink, mind your manners. And remember that everyone is there to have a good time, so show that you want to be there and enjoy yourself too!
Lastly, I see both East Indian Latika DD (@dd_latika) and Reina East (@ReinaEast) are hosting socials at the beginning of May!
Cheers,
Addilyn