I can understand that sending me a tickle is a safe way to see if someone is interested, especially if you do not have a VIP account but come on guys....

I mean, once you've sent one and I've returned it, is there any point in sending tickle after tickle after tickle?  Eventually one of us is going to have to go VIP and actually send a message and the odds are that it's not going to be me.

You know, I may eventually go Star VIP so you can email me on my dime, but I'm still not going to start the conversation unless it's with a sister looking for platonic friendships ONLY.

And photos?  Well I really don't need to see you when we first make contact.  Believe me, I can understand some people's need for discretion.  But I will eventually need to see you.  And I really don't need to see your *ahem*.  It's just not really that important.  Mostly dressed, 3/4 length photos with your face visisble is fine.