Sorry to all of my Florida guys, I was away since Wednesday. Had to make a quick trip north, but I am back here in Wilton Manors and I will be here through the rest of the month and all through August. I apologize for not getting back to anyone promptly, but I am all yours again!

Well, we knew it was bound to happen eventually. Venmo is now going to start charging a % of fees to ‘services provided’. I received the email about this and it’s all very vague. I mean, I’m not sure how they will determine who sends what to whom, I’m guessing there will be some box to check when sending. One thing it was very clear about is that the party receiving the money will absorb the fees. This is the same thing that PayPal added when selling merchandise. Now, I understand that those companies want to make money, but if there are ways to exchange funds without additional fees, I’m all for it. Why have a third party make money off of us when there are ways around it? All that being said, in my humble opinion, for electronic transfers, Zelle is still the best. They have no fees, it’s bank to bank transfer, very clean. Paypal is sloppy, I think I have used it once or twice and I always forget how to log in etc. ApplePay is ok, I don’t get a lot of transactions but it’s fine. I’ll still take Venmo, for now, but I don’t like fees, I’ll have to see how the new updates work. Just when we thought technology was out friend…. Cash is still king.

Sorry I have been unavailable the past week. I had a very productive business trip in Provincetown (for all of you that know my other wine job that is). And now I’m back in Wilton Manors, cranked up the AC, relaxed and recharged and ready to go! Reach out. I’ll be here. Thanks!

I wanted to thank this website for selecting my profile (not sure if it’s random or not) for Masseur of the Day. I believe this is my second time this year and because of it, so many men from all over click my listing. I get several lovely messages, texts, and emails when this happens and I really do appreciate them all! In addition, other masseurs reach out and it’s so nice to know I have colleagues all over the place that are supportive and friendly, and yes, I sometimes will swap with. LOL. This site has been great and I really love the way you can interact with others through messaging as well as this handy little blog! A blog that I often ramble on in.
Thanks again for all of your kind words, and I look forward to seeing you on my table soon!

This is an interesting topic and I thought I would spend a minute on it. Now I know that some things are not for everyone, but, I also know that experimenting with relaxation and stimulation is something that some may want to explore in an environment that is controlled, safe, and with a lot of discretion. Also, buying all sorts of tools and accessories becomes quite the expense if you’re simply experimenting. Perhaps I share too much, but, over the last year (isolation brought out the curiosity in me) I have explored pumps, sounding, ball weights and prostate stimulation... self-exploration has been a welcome distraction, and now I have an arsenal of fun supplies. These things aren’t my everyday adventure, but my curiosity has certainly been an experience. If you would like me to share my stories, verbal or otherwise, please feel free to reach out. Who knows? Perhaps you may unlock a hidden passion or a deeper level of relaxation. Who says you can’t teach an old dog a new trick!

As we enter into May soon, with the summer looking closer and closer, I began thinking how many of my local clients head north for the summer, and more importantly, how many live here year round. Last summer was my first summer in Southern Florida, but, we all know it was not like any other summer we have ever experienced. Therefore, it is tough for me to weigh options. As some of you know, I have roots in Provincetown and I will be spending some time in May and June (short trips I promise) and then again in the fall, but the thought did cross my mind to try and spend the summer in the north. Again, just a thought, as of now I’m leaning towards staying in Wilton Manors and focusing on my other projects as well as my workouts. But I digress. The main question will be, if I stay in town all summer, do my regulars intend to be here? I will be asking my faithful clients when they next book, but please feel free to email or text me with your thoughts on this. Happy Patriots Day to my Boston folks! And cheers to a happy Monday and healthy week! Cheers!

Hello guys, sorry I have been not so available this week. I had a house guest for most of it and decided to take some time to relax and recharge. Now I’m back at it and ready to begin booking for the weekend and beyond. Reach out anytime, I’ll be happy to schedule appointments. Thanks for understanding. Looking forward to getting you back on my table!

I finally decided on a new table and I was so happy when it showed up today!
My new table with super soft padding is much wider and can hold up to 1000 lbs. and that means I can walk on your back!... well, I don’t really do that. But it does mean it’s very sturdy and can hold both our weights if needed without problem. Now, who will be my first client to christen this new table of mine?!
That being said, my other table will live comfortably in my car so that all of my outcalls will be a lot easier. This travel table is perfect for quick last minute outcall appointments.
That’s all.. just a quick and easy update today. Thanks for reading!

Yesterday I had an appointment with a wonderful client who I usually see in Ft. Lauderdale, but he was staying at the Hard Rock in Hollywood, FL. I’m not sure why I hadn’t put Hollywood on my close/travel cities, but it is now! Being so new to Florida, I had no idea how easy and convenient this hotel and casino is to my place in Wilton Manors. With easy and complimentary parking, this spot is now my favorite for outcalls! One downside is that I really can’t bring my table as walking through the casino and shopping areas really doesn’t lend itself to that. However, setting up on a bed works out ok just fine. What a great venue! All of that being said, I’ve added Hollywood to my availability. Please book with advanced notice and just don’t put me in rush hour traffic, ha! Other than that, my outcall rates apply but 90 min is available as well. Looking forward to working on you! Cheers!

Wow, that vaccine totally sapped my strength. Almost exactly 24 hrs later I had a low grade fever and was exhausted. Fortunately, after a good sweat, tons of fluid, and a lengthy Star Wars marathon, I am back to normal. Even more so, today I feel great! Much more energy and I’m ready to take clients and seize the day!!
A special apology and thanks for understanding to those clients I could not accommodate yesterday. I really hated having to do that. BUT, all is needed to get past all of this and for everyone to be safe and healthy.
Looking forward to getting back to... well.... your backs! Ha! See, I haven’t lost my sense of humor.
Cheers, -Matt

Maybe it’s the vernal equinox or just a bit of a carefree attitude that I had on this lovely Saturday, but I found myself feeling chipper and smiley (although behind a mask) as I was leaving Publix this evening. But before I left, I asked the sign-in person how the vaccinations were going and what they may be expecting when the age requirement drops to 50 on Monday. She replied with positive feedback and was very pleasant. Then she said, “There are 4 leftover today from appointments people never showed up for, go ask the pharmacist.” I went back in to see the pharmacist and sure enough, 15 minutes later I had a shot of J&J vaccine in my arm! He told me that I hit the lottery today. I told him he has no idea and I began to well up. Somehow, things were in my favor today. I will attribute it to KARMA, as I have been diligent about protecting myself and others throughout this pandemic and minimizing any potential risks as best I can. Such a relief, and now I wont have to keep getting tested every few weeks. With that said, please do your best and get your shot when you can!... and maybe earlier if you ask nicely! ;-)

... how they found me or chose me for their massage. It’s quite interesting. It gives me some insight into what they anticipate from their session as well how to tailor my routine accordingly. Sometimes it isn’t until the end of the session that I ask, but by then, body language and energy has guided the way. Answers vary. Sometimes clients want to mix it up from their go-to masseur or occasionally their masseur is unavailable. But for the most part I get comments that they were attracted to my listing because of my reviews, ad, interview, and also my blogs! So, I thought I would post another. Perhaps my clients find me because I too have searched for a masseur. I enjoy being taken care of and indulge in the pampering. That being said, if I wanted something G-rated I go to a spa. I enjoy the privacy of the space and the discretion of the masseur. Touch is something we all long for, but touch with empathy and purpose and connection. When I find a masseur, I just commit, book it, and stop searching online for hours. Sadly, some don’t work, but it’s perfection when they do. So... that’s my search, and in turn, that’s the massage experience I try to give.

I have had several clients make there way from Naples and the surrounding area over to me. They tell me that they really don’t have a lot of masseurs in their area, or perhaps they just like to mix it up. Regardless. This got me to thinking... and planning... If I were to stay a weekend in Naples in a hotel, and bring my table and set up, would I have bookings? I’d like to find out! I’m leaning towards the weekend of Feb 19-21. Reach out an book and I’ll lock it in. Fun! New area for me!
(Note: I’ll be adding a slight surcharge to my rate to help cushion the cost of the room.)

... I was getting a massage at a lovely resort in Phuket and was shocked that they DIDN’T play eastern sounds, rather, it was a wonderfully soothing selection of Classical European music.
I thought, how ironic is it that in the West we play Eastern sounds while in the East they choose a Western soundtrack. That’s when I really decided to change it up, but the next problem was finding the right mix, as not all classical music is soothing... I’m sure it might be quite distracting to be listening to the 1812 Overture while trying to breathe, well, I guess it might be fun in some aspects, but I digress. How do I find the right mix of soothing 60 or 90 minutes. For years I always tended to go right back to the meditation tracks while searching... Until this year! Finding a free streaming service that categorizes music down to the tone/feel was a game-changer. So, finding “Classical for Sleep” or “Classical for Meditation” became my new set list.
All of that being said, I find that music is very personal. It should be listed in the descriptions as it really does provide the setting. The next time you book, feel free to request! East, West, Classical, Ocean waves or even Holiday!

The other week I received a really lovely compliment on the choice of music I use during my sessions. So I thought I would share my thoughts and experiences of how music can make all of the difference.
I have been practicing massage for over 15 years and through the years, the soundtrack has certainly changed. When I first began, I thought it would be appropriate to use very eastern sounding music. With Japanese woodwind instruments or Indian sitars. It just seemed like this was the common trend or expected in this setting. When traveling, I often would use the ‘soundscapes’ channel on TV in the background while in other’s homes (this was before we had smart phones that would play quality sound). I stayed on this track for a while but what I found difficult was finding a solid 60 min or 90 min track that was consistent and steady throughout the session. But, through experimenting, I found very good options. But, the music/sounds overall never really fully satisfied what I was looking for, I felt it just wasn’t complimenting the session or represented my energy.
Then, in 2011 while in Thailand getting a massage, it occurred to me what wasn’t sitting right with me...