It can be done, but it's tough to maintain. Many sp's have a difficult time adapting to a civilian lifestyle after they leave this industry. As they move on...many friends, co-workers, former clients etc, disappear from they're lives cause many are trying to move on with they're lives in a different direction. Unfortunately, nothing stays the same in life. To many, it's a stigma they no longer want to be associated with and that's why they leave it behind and move on. Very few stay actively involved with people who remain in the industry. I miss many I've met over the years and I've learned to not take it personally. So for the clients on this board who are still in contact with ladies after 5-10 yrs...it's definitely something special and I'm happy to hear you have such a special bond that's lasted so long, that's great