i like this guy's approach

For lack of a better title - m4w - 21

There isn't much to say beyond, "respond if you care to". I am easy enough to get along with, but I stress that I am not interested at all in glibly conversing...

Anyway, stuff:

Authors: Cervantes, Gogol, de Nerval, Dostoevsky, Wilde, Joyce, Proust, Nabokov (etc.)

Music: Air, Blonde Redhead, Boards of Canada, Brian Eno, Cocteau Twins, Damon & Naomi, Dead Can Dance, His Name is Alive, M83, Mogwai, Portishead, Sigur Ros, Sleater-Kinney, Stereolab, This Mortal Coil (u.s.w...) I play guitar, as well.

Activities: (Besides the obvious) Coffee, walks, excuses, entropy, whatever.

As long as you exercise some level of human decency and are not the sort of person to go into an apoplectic frenzy over someone not being over six feet tall, there is no particular reason we should not get along.

What?

Sinbad, May 10, Carolina theatre, 2nd balc, row F - $35 (2nd balc row - $35 (Durham)

2 tickets to see Sinbad at the Carolina Theatre in Durham on May 10. 2nd Balcony row F. Asking face value. $35 per ticket. Purchased tickets and am unable to attend.

Sinbad still exists?

SNAKES ON A CANE

Unusual cane carved from JAMACIA IF YOU LOVE SNAKES - $40

Hi Thanks for looking in today I am offering this beautiful Cane.

This measures about 38 1/2 inches.

Carved into this is one that curls part of the way down.

What looks to be a head with upper and lower fangs.

Also looks to be the head of man ( totem ? ).

Cash only Sale,

check my e-bay feed back (dreamchaser2).

Will meet in a safe location in North Raleigh, (capital blvd area ) Rolesville. Wake Forest, Ask about other areas.

Thanks for looking

With craigslist around, there's no possible way to ever reach the end of the internet.

this has to have some kind of cultural significance

Missed Connection Addicts Anonymous

Reply to: pers-664328682@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-05-01, 10:49PM EDT


First Meeting of the CL Missed Connection Addicts.

Tuesday May 6

World's Biggest Bookstore

Between 7 and 9 pm

This is an informal event and a chance to make your own missed connection - the particpants will not be identified but show up have look around and see if you can make a missed connection - heck if you are up to it maybe you can even make a connection that is not missed. Caveat empor though - there will be people in the store who know nothing of the event.

If the event is successfull we will do it again in another month at a different location....and I am expecting a flood of missed connections posts following the event - and a word of advice - make sure to be specific - look for what the person is wearing - section they are in and any other identifying features so you can post about it....or go out on a limb and talk to the person.

And please leave your weapons at the door - this is a public place let's make it fun.

I'm not sure what this says about our generation, exactly, but the strangest part is that whoever posted this thinks attendees might be tempted to bring weapons.

Actually, "a good kisser" is not a proper noun.

Good guy seeking a Great Girl - 33

So I figure I will give this a try...

I recently moved moved here to Raleigh several months and I am looking to meet new people. I am 33 w/Brown Hair and Eyes. I am of average build and 6 feet tall. I consider myself to be Intelligent, Funny, Attractive, Kind, Fun to be around, and Sincere, Affectionate and A great kisser.

I am not a big fan of Bars to meet people in, and I do have 2 daughters so it is hard to get out on weekend nights. Yes, I said 2 daughters they are 4 and 6 and they mean the world to me. My life is almost complete, I am just looking for that one special woman who could fit in the last piece.

I enjoy movies, dinner out, dancing, hanging out, being active out side, working out, and even sitting home watching reruns of old tv shows.

I am not interested in the following-
Women looking for a suger daddy.
Bible thumpers
Women with no direction or trying to get out of a bad situtation
Women who dont like kids, or are not ready for them.

I prefer-
Women who take care of themselves.
Must be funny and fun to hang around with, also that can laugh at themselves.
She should not take life to serious and MUST be able to have an intelligent conversation!!!
A Good Kisser

Wow, still reading? Well tell me a bit more about yourself and send a pic and I will send one in return.

This guy capitalizes like a German. Only this is in English.

But this is not the place for specifics.

ZONE #3

look, my peoples is out of town & I am just looking for a female online to bring back to the crib & show some romantic actions, if that sounds interesting to you then holla at me because that is what I am here for. Let's have some fun

Everyone's got an opinion.

What Obama and Tyler Hansbrough have in common (Significant)

They are both elitists. Hansborogh is an elite basketball player, Obama is an elite politician.

Tyler Hansbrough is an Elitist!!!!!!!!

Thank you, friend! Also, define "significant."

PRINCE LOOKING FOR FREIND-DATE - 23 (SF)

i CAN'T beleive I 'm putting a ad to find a freind or date,but Here I'm..Reason i'm single,is because I have been working alot the past two yrs,starting,growing my onw buss.Now i have more free time but haven't found some one special to hang out with...About me I'm jewish/Colombian pettite..and with 23 yrs.old(I'm also going to be doing some modeling Commercial print Model).I lke to;drink coffee,tea,eat out,pastries,desserts,shopping going for walks,driving,and few othar things..I play soccer,love pets...I don't:SSmoke-Drugs(just sell it to the loosers ioi)Drink(social drink ok)...I'm a clean and organized guy...Like to keeep and look sharp..about you.I like all types of womans,is up yo you,if you see any chemistry around:GO FOR IT!!!!
About my pics:You can see who I'm how I look and what I have accomplishes so far(Not trying to show off)Cars houses is all part of my buss......

This is followed by close-up pictures of his drugmobile and his eyelashes.

Abortions for some, miniature American flags for others; however...

NEW socks for everyone

Lots of brands 3/pr. for $1.00 and up. Women, men and children sizes and styles. King Size too. Just stop by the Thrift Shop in Efland. Wed. through Fri. 12-6pm. Sat. 9-2pm.
3510 Hwy. 70
Efland, NC 27243

It's worth the trip! Breaking news: Socks now for everyone, not just the wealthy.

P.S. I'm always disappointed that it's Efland, not Elfland.

They really are more than great coats.

BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY - m4w - 27

I SAW YOU IN BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY TODAY, AROUND 4:00. I'M THE GUY WITH THE DREADS. WE MADE EYE CONTACT QUITE A FEW TIMES...I SHOULD HAVE SAID SOMETHING! IF BY ANY CHANCE, YOU READ THIS, PLEASE MESSAGE ME BACK! I'D LOVE TO TREAT YOU TO LUNCH/DINNER SO WE CAN ATTEMPT TO BETTER ACQUAINT OURSELVES.

I really want to meet someone in a Burlington Coat Factory now. This is inspiring.

Youngman!

What a handsome youngman! - m4m

Wow, you are one very sexy youngman. Latin, picking up a few things at Walmart, looked like you were working on a project...painting? Anyway, I'm sure you are seeing someone...just wished I had the nerve to say hello...I was so rattled that I couldnt remember what I went to Walmart for.....nice glasses.

A credit card machine?

150 CC Scooter goes 55mph, $250 helmet included - $1500

I just got my license back and I am selling my bike...This bike is a beauty, it goes 50+ mph and has had good scheduled maintance (tires, oil change, new battery, new accelorator) The bike is quick and in good shape. Call me after 6pm 919 880 5467. The $1500 is with or without the helmet, no discount by not taking the helmet. SORRY NO BARTERING, the Car dealership that I am trying to buy my new car will not let me barter and goods or services so I need cash. I also have a credit card machine that I can run your card on if need a month to pay it off.

I am just interested in how this person lost their license in the first place.

Eddie Money, 1989

Cars and Stars Expo??/ Plus Big bonus..Eddie Money tickets... oh, yeh - 32

hi ladies,, i am not a nice guy,, i like to party,, and go to locked and loaded bar and grill every night.. its cool though... I am going to be going to the Cars and Stars Expo...Friday night,, the 14th,, The big bonus is that the Eddie Money is going to be performing.. at 7;30pm friday night..I havent seen eddie money.. since he toured with styxx, in 1989,, So i can tell you i am stoked!!!If you like to party.. you could get lucky!!!This is serious.. give me a shout we have to hurry though the show is friday,,,,We could be Shakin""..

I don't know what this means.

$282 / 2br - Stage Room available in Carrboro mid March

A stage room is a bedroom used most often by a college girl for 1)the storage of her belongings and 2)the appearance of living with another female, while in fact, she lives with her boyfriend. The purpose of the stage room is mainly to fool her conservative parents.

In other words, this would be a room that you appear to be living in, but not. Your stuff is there but you don't spend most nights there. It's super cheap with a great location right across from the farmers market in Carrboro.
If this sounds good to you, please write back. The apartment is available mid March.

Lightning.

Josh found this one, too. He's just better at this game.

I AM LATINO FROM SPAIN I JUST TRY TO MEET A SWEET LADY - 33

HI, I LIVING ON THIS COUNTRY FOR THE LAST 4 YEARS IM, FROM SPAIN AND I JUST TRY TO MEET A !!SWEET ROMANTIC GIRL!! BECAUSE IS MY WAY IM A DECENT AND ROMANTIC PERSON I LIKE WHEN THE THINGS COMEN BECAUSE BOLT LIKE DO YOU UNDERSTENME? SORRY MI ENGLISH IS NOT GOOD BUTI KNOW WHEN MY GIRL READ THIS SHE UNDERSTENDME AND SENDME ONE SIGNAL SO !!I WHAIT FOR YOU!!

Gawker found a good one

Sweet/vengeful sought.

10%? Don't even bother.

Trade what for a 20% off coupon?

Trade for your Lowe's or Home Depot 20% off coupon - $1

Looking to trade for a Lowes or Home depot 20% off coupon. Don't bother with offering 10% off.

What a let-down.

I AM BEAUTIFULL , SEEKING SOME FUN - w4m - 27

The actual post was flagged, and is soon to be taken down. I'm just as disappointed as you are. It really was a beautiful beginning.

Ow.

Beautiful student with septum ring and curly, brown hair - w4m - 33

Somehow, I keep missing you. Care to connect with me? I'm the one with the annoying Grim Russell Terrier and the matching septum ring. I know I'm a bit older than you are, but I'm pretty sure that I can keep up. I think that we would do well together - want to sit down for a talk and see if we're thinking along the same lines? Looking forward to it and hope to hear from you.

For those of you who desire a visual to accompany the above post:


I was once chased by a very angry bull with a septum ring (not pictured), so I generally associate such piercings with hooves, horns, and blind terror.

I like the last one best.

Overnight Walmart Guy - 19

Really cute young guy that works over night at the wal-mart in Holly Springs...You have a Star Wars belt! YOU ARE HOT!!! Message me!!!

I wonder what kind of Star Wars belt this guy has. Is it this? Does it have a stylish belt buckle? A combination thereof? Or is it more like this?

This is cute.

Such a civilized post. She deserves an award.

I hope they got together.

AC Moore In Durham - Cute Tall Lady - w4w - 30

We kept running into each other in the aisles, I'm not really sure of your orientation, But I'm sure that you will remember me we spoke. You're very attractive and we seemed to have some artistic interests in common. Please respond if interested in making at least a friend. Thank you, have a wonderful day.

"craiglistian", indeed.

Terminology is not the only curious thing about this post.

waitresses at chili's - m4w

WOW

on sunday me and a classmate had an early lunch at this Chili's of on glenwood near a taco bell, and first we where greeted by this tiny little woman who was cute as hell, Our waitress had a nice big ass, but there was one (if you read this you know who you are)with dark hair pulled up, slightly slanted eyes, and the most profound round bottom I have every seen on a white girl. I really don't think you where 100% white either. I had on a blue oxford, jeans, sperrys, close cut with outlined beard. when you where waiting to ring up an order i could stop staring at you(not your ass) hoping to make eye contact but it seemed like you tried your best not to look my way. besides that I would like to know if your brain is as big as your bottom.

hope you see this, you looked like a craiglistian. lol

From Josh, with commentary.

need an algebra tutor - 33

I am in need of an algebra tutor, Do any ladies have time to help me out Any ladies care to chat?

Josh says: I mean, kill two birds with one stone.


looking for my other half!! - 23

hi ladies, well I am a good man who values the woman. I am educated, a good provider, open minded and reasonable in my views. I am easy going and have a good sense of humor,i'm 23

Josh says: He is reasonable in his views.


Critic's Choice Award

FANCY DINNER AND A WRESTLE? - 25

MUST BE WILLING TO PLAY GAMES

DO YOU LIKE TO KISS? DO YOU LIKE TO TEND TO A LAWN?

I ENJOY DRINKING COKE FROM A GLASS BOTTLE AND LISTENING TO CHRIS ISAAK (THOSE GUITAR NOTES ARE SO GOOD THE WAY HE PLAYS THEM!)

I WEAR GLASSES AND WOULD PREFER NOT TO BE LAUGHED AT

I AM NOT A LARGE MAN, BUT ANYONE WHO STEPS TO ME WILL ENTER INTO A WORLD OF PAIN

I HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU, IT IS OK IF YOU ARE SOMEWHAT BUSTED, BUT LET'S NOT GET CARRIED AWAY

Josh says: What is there to say?

Smoking kills, reduces chances of having bones jumped

Just Tires on Chatham in Cary - w4m

I walked out the side door to my car and you walked in the front door at about the same time. I know this because I noticed you as I got in my car - with it's shiny new tires - and stopped and stared. I was immediately attracted to you with your couple days scruff from not shaving, baseball cap, and sweatshirt. Your look was so "ordinary guy running errands on a Saturday" but I have never experienced such a primal attraction as I did today.

You looked at the line and went back outside. Because it was such a pretty day you took off your sweatshirt and your t-shirt came up with it as you pulled it over your head. I can still picture your chest hair pattern, smooth stomach, and the way your muscles flexed with your arms over your head. I wanted to touch you, to run my fingers through your chest hair and my lips and tongue over your neck, chest, and stomach. I sat there unsure of what to do because I have always been the pursued not the pursuer. I waited another couple secs as you tied your sweatshirt around your waist and bummed a light off the elderly gentleman also waiting for tires. I took that as a sign it might not be meant to be - I'm not into smokers. But, maybe it was more because I lacked the courage to pursue.

Verb tenses matter.

I am going to go out on a limb and say that the person responsible for this ad is not a native English speaker. I consider the "meet-not-met" problem and the overuse of exclamation points to be dead giveaways!

We Meet Today at the coffee shop - m4w

We meet today! You were at the local coffee shop in your neighborhood with your 2 daughters. Tell me what we talked about and what I was wearing. I would like to see you again!

This is barely English.

For real, this is basically incomprehensible:

cute wht guy curly hair who drove the bmw - m4m - 23

wow u r hot , we shared look at each other while u where pumpin your gas an when u went in the store an then when u walk out the store, umm i think u are hot an would like to talk more send me a message

On the opposite end of the spectrum, this, too, is ridiculous:

today - m4w

Your charming smile spoke historical prerogatives. I eviscerated my protagonist.
Your warmth was felt long before we spoke.

This forum is a craven coward's cave.
A Penitentiary.

UNTITLED.

This man manages to convey loneliness, lust, guilt, self-loathing, and desperate hope in a little over 100 words.

UNC and Franklin Street - m4w

I am so hesitant to even post this… but I have been thinking about it for days. I’ve seen you a few times near UNC and I am thinking you are probably a student there. Our eyes caught each other’s gaze once, and I think we both held the look a little longer than normal. I’m not sure why you were looking back, but I was mesmerized. Here’s the catch, and you know it, you are young enough to be my daughter, and frankly, that is scary and exciting.

Well, if you think you are the one I’m talking about, write back. Yes, I was the executive looking guy… not a prof.

Nicholas Sparks is an idiot. So are you.

From
Kind gentleman seeking the same in a lady for a LTR - 33

Have you ever really thought the perfect person was out there? You know, the kind of romance that Sparks writes about in the Notebook? I would like to be able to find that.

More posts addressed to pets, please.

Ahem. This is adorable:

Karma the dog - m4w - 27

Hi, Karma.

I met your human friend few months ago at Caribou. She was really pretty. I thought that I would talk to her when I saw her next time, but this never happened. Please relay the message to your friend that I'd like to sit for a cup of coffee or tea. I was the guy that moved from Caribou to Caribou whom your friend accused of being a workaholic.

Thanks,
Dogless

Hey that is kind of a weird name for a blog.

Yes. Yes it is.

The very best craigslist posting I am yet to find--and I have looked at a lot--in terms of rhetoric and heart-stringing was posted under "Missed Connections" on January 29, 2008, at 10:48 am:

becky you can weld - m4w - 29

You can weld, you can work on cars, you were a csr. You are beautiful.

If you don't understand the beauty of this, I cannot explain it to you. You worn born wrong.

So, to the man who posted that: I am sorry I stole it for the title of my blog. It was only because it is beautiful.

I hope you found her.