I have a leather paddle with holes I use for punishment. The only true difference between a spanking and a punishment spanking is intent. Since intent can not always be communicated easily, I've found it easier to signify that THIS paddle means I am displeased and you are being punished. I learned this behaviour after being displeased with someone and after cooling off the sight of thier bare naked ass on my lap distracted me. With the paddle in my hand, I remember why and don't get as easily distracted.

Darius