My Favorite Personal Ads and "Missed Connections"

Have you ever read the personal ads? I'll admit it - I have (often). There are a lot of really sincere people out there, like me, who are just trying to meet the right person. And then there are "the others." This site celebrates the crazy, funny, shocking and sometimes disgusting postings that make me realize just how sane and normal I really am.

Friday, September 29, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Wanna Make A Baby? - 28 m4w

Why go thru all the BS? Why date someone only to end up in court years later? Marriage is sooo over rated. You dont have to be married to have kids. As long as both parents are there for the kids things should be ok. And besides 70% of marriages end up in divorce after 2yrs anyway. All you need is to find someone that you are compatible with.

So, to be compatible with me you cannot be born in Oct, May or Jan, your b-day cannot land on 6,8,3,7 or add up to those.

Me:
Black, 5'11, 250lbs
BS degree in Mathematics
Non-somker
athletic
intellectual
nonfiction book reader
lecture lover
cook
C-Span fan
Traveler
Ghetto Boy

You:
Black/Afrikan, Latino or Southeast Asian
nonfiction book reader
street smart
athletic (you could be chubby but not OVERWEIGHT)
intellegent
non-smoker
no hardcore drugs
no hardcore cluber

Interesting...
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


born again catholic - w4m - 25

i felt a little magic when you kissed me.

awwww....

Thursday, September 28, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Stake House Dinner - 31 m4w

I would like to invite you for a dinner with me. I have a coupon which expire on the 30th...My time is running out.
I am 31 fit single white man (originally from Europe). I will send you a pic of my face if you respond to my post. U can have a baggage but be exited about life.

A great speller and a big spender - what more can you ask for?
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Produce BeArS!!

:)Smile u make and hello say to wanted just i that out find u when irritating very it find will u.<- CONFUSED?? Read it backwords;)

Hmmm, well we all like a challenge now, don't we?

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


The Greatest Headline Ever!


Why does love have to be so hard? Why do women who are five feet three say they want a guy who's at least six feet tall and then call themselves "the girl next door"? The girl that lived next door to me was a sweet, down to earth girl who any guy could talk to. Then again, she looked like the old lady in the movie "Throw Momma from the Train". Maybe that's it. Maybe we are all so preoccupied with looks and money and what our friends think that we are not capable of love. I've dated some women who would qualify as gorillas if they had less hair, but they were genuine. I've also dated women who were so phony I'm surprised they recognized themselves when they looked in the mirror. Think about your idea of a perfect boyfriend. Now think about your chances of ever finding that person. If you do, do you think they'll be attracted to you? Is love about settling? It's taken me a while to realize that if I find a woman I can stand and she can stand me then I'm lucky. "Mike you're too short, Mike you're too neurotic, Mike you're too sexy", I've heard it all. Well, all but that last one. I am at the point now where if I can find a woman who can tie her shoes I'll drag her to the chapel. Forget love, forget happiness. If you want to be happy, try to be unhappy because whatever you do you can't win. Unless maybe you try to lose. (I need to try that). So spend five minutes talking to someone who is attracted to you, but whom you find pretty repulsive (physically or mentally). After five minutes you'll either learn something about yourself or you'll just want to kill them. Either way, you can't lose. Unless you try to lose.

Mike - you are definitely too sexy. That's a sexy, sexy ad. I ALMOST want to answer it.
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


GOOD PARTY, BAD PLUMBING w4m


You threw a birthday party on 9/20 in Lincoln Park. My girlfriends and I were walking by and decided to crash it but stayed cuz you and your friends were so darn cute.I was the short blond with the pink sweater, we were already overserved and you helped us over the edge. On our way out I had a bathroom emergency, "gambled and lost" on my way to your loo, but the real loser was your plumbing. I backed your toilet up somethin feirce, past the point of overflow and snuck out before anyone saw me. I'm really sorry, I still think you're cute and hope I might still have a chance? When: Wed Sept 20th 2006 Where:House party somewhere in Lincoln Park. You:man Me:woman
EW gross.

Tuesday, September 26, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Sperm donor visiting 9/30 and 10/4 - 34

I'm a sperm donor, 34, tall, intelligent, d/d-free with recent test results. I'm making a cross-country trip on Amtrak, and have long layovers in downtown Chicago on Sept 30 and Oct 4. If you're ovulating around those dates, and interested in getting pregnant, I can provide sperm in a collection cup with no strings attached. At-home AI is easy and effective, and several children have been born from my prior donations.

This is, by far, one of the strangest personal ads I've ever read.
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Armitage apartment

Dan-

You seemingly left your odd roommate to pace back and forth all night in cowboy boots preventing us from sleeping at all between the hours of 11 pm - 1 am, and again from 6 am on...

Please come back and get rid of him...i know you found him on here, i'm sure you could find another one who doesn't move furniture for hours on end...every fucking night.

Thanks,
Your loving basement neighbors
Ok, it's not a true missed connection, but it's funny and I can identify with the problem.

Monday, September 25, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Well Trained and Housebroken - 32

As any good man should be I'm well trained in many areas- cooking, dishwashing, appliance repair, rodent extermination, massage and furniture placement. I have skills beyond normal men and can recite Whitman in an Australian or Irish accent and speak some French, Italian, German, Chinese, Japanese and a lot of Spanish. I've been taught the art of kissing and know it's importance. I'm not above giving a footrub though I prefer other methods.

I look like everyone else except I'm good looking and tall. I have big feet and hands yet people are still surprised. I'm no stranger to calluses and have never been known to put mousse in my hair. Though I am clean and well kept, you'll never catch me with cologne and just because I'd rather see badly tuned guitars being broken on stage doesn't mean I don't know who Andrew Lloyd Weber or George Gershwin is.

Before I go, remember this; "A man does not live on boobs alone."

I think that’s in the Bible somewhere.

I look like everyone else except I'm good looking and tall? Funny.
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Guy at party quoting Fletch - 30 w4m

Saw you at a wedding reception party and followed you inside, but you were going to the bathroom. In the line for the desert buffet, you were quoting lines from Fletch Lives to yourself and I wanted so bad to talk to you, but I was working (paid escort)and was so afraid my very sincere interest in your sincerely nice buns would give me away--maybe you remember who I am, you complimented the nail art on my manicure. Fletch Lives is a great movie and I would love to make a connection, even if to talk about Fletch Lives (or Fletch).

Of course she has nail art.

Tuesday, September 19, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Dating is like an interview. - 23 w4m

You smile a lot, tell little stories that portray you in a good light, give subtle hints that you might be interested in the position, while you figure out if it is right for you. Then at the end you either interested or not, so you wait for a response which you either accept or reject. The difference now is... if you accept it too soon then you will get the job, but no call back. If you don't make yourself clear about interest then it's possible that it might get taken off the table before it is presented. What to do? E-mail a total stranger.. and see if you can get an interview. Present your qualifications and see where it goes.

This is one smart chic - makes sense.
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


merry unbirthday - m4w - 22

chicken breasts? no need. none at all. eat me. (have a very merry unbirthday)

Slim pickin's today... all postings were sorta boring.

Monday, September 18, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


I got to you, there was nothing left. - 25

I'm a midnight roamer, a dusk dabbler, an unassuming day walker by day, and an emulous night crawler by night. As a child, I would sink my developing teeth into crania. But enough about me. I believe this site to be primarily populated by the fickle or the philandering of the chicagoland area. I have come to the conclusion that my attempts to find anyone worth my time on this site were wasteful. Don't waste your time, like I have. Even the relatively little time I wasted here will forever be tainted by Craig and his damn lists.

Send a pic. No fatties.

Have a Satanic Fall.

One word: Yikes!
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


You Had Just Swatted Your Kid And Gave Me A Look - m4w - 48

I happened to walk by just as you were in the midst of imposing some motherly discipline on your kid and you gave me this stare. I don't know who you are or what you were thinking but you looked at me like I was next to get it if we had been alone. Why the look? Did you feel a bit of shame for spanking your kid or did you really want me over your lap? I'll bite. If you get back to me you can relieve your frustrations on me or we can go out for coffee-or both.

Freak! The "look" was because you were watching her and were obviously enjoying what you were seeing.

Friday, September 15, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Wanted to learn Tantrum - 30 M4W

Hey Friends,
I like to learn and improve my sexual power. SI there any plac in Chicago where I can learn that with good practicals even though I don't have a girl friend with me. I evn want to learn on how to satisy my girl a lot. And doesn any girl want to accompany me for such kindof lessons. I even want to learn spirituality thru sex. Different sexual posisitons etc., Inshort Iw ant to learn more about sex with practical so that I can practice on one of my class mates

Hmmm... do you think he means tantric? Maybe he should try learning how to spell instead.
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Drunk girl in car with Kentucky plates, Chicago Avenue 9/14 - m4w

You were leaning out the driver's door at 1:15am, sporadically vomiting, passing out, and moaning, when I happened along. I brought you a bottle of water and cleaned you up a little. Offered to call you a cab so you wouldn't have to drive, but you refused. I just wanted to make sure you got home okay.

Anyone think she's going to remember him?

Thursday, September 14, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Socially inept recluse seeks same or "somewhat" same - - 32

grammarians hate me. spell checks kill me. editors shudder at the drop of my .39 cents. and i never really liked resumes, anyway.

so why am i here? i don't get out much. no, i'm no hermit. i get out but not with people. all my friends have hot air balloons and fly around this great land like its going out of style: they are rarely home. and its tough these days. you move to a big city after a ho-dunk town sends you off with a big hoopla. and you are expected to fall right in. more like right on your seat cushion.

so thats where i stand. im too educated to talk to animals, yet im sure they listen. im too shy to walk up to a cute gal and ask her name. i'd remember it but id probably forget my own.

does this make any sense? if so, and you are in the same type of boat, yacht, situation, call it what you will, let me know im not alone.

a nice drink and simple conversation with a city woman would be nice.
i have little preferences, but i do ask that you be somewhat sane and not retired or still learning to drive (unless you are 29 with a learners permit).

sanity is underrated these days, don't you think? i mean, look at the desperate looking faces on a lot of the people in this city. a lot of them appear sane. but many arent. most are like robots doing menial tasks for pittance.

you can be single or married. i dont care. just be friendly and sarcastic if possible

this is a ... friendly soul who enjoys coffee and the new york times, as well.

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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


ITS HIM!! To the mini poodle I see running down Division... d4d?

You are the cutest little puff ball and I want to hug you everytime I see you scampering down Division, ditch your owner and spend an eternity with me and some carob covered bagel bones?

Wednesday, September 13, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Big and Freaky - 33 m4w


I'm an overall chunky monkey but loveable and freaky! Looking for my better half to get down and dirty with me. Just because I'm big doesn't mean I not get my groove on! I have brown hair and hazel eyes, work out about once a month, love to eat and try new places, pretty much stay at home on weeknights not too many frills but will be happy and faithful with my nasty freaky momma!

If you are into lots of romps in the hay and interested in trying and exploring each others body- i'm the man for you. Of course I'm looking for a relationship not just a fling- in your thirties you start to seek quality instead of quantity.

So Email me for a try with a good man.

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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


To the Kevin Federline w/ the Sox hat last night - w4m - 22


I saw your K-Fed looking fine self at the Horseshoe for quarter beers last night. You were "mackin" on another girl near the bar the whole time. :-( NOT FAIR! You were a dead on Federline, which is so hot. You looked like you probably smelled a bit too underneath the strength of your Ralph Lauren cologne.

Hit me up! (I'm dirtier than that girl, and Brittany, which I know you'll like).

Tuesday, September 12, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Cougar Hunting - 43 M4W


I am hunting what seems to be a very elusive creature. The cougar. I have heard much about this stealthy feline. Mature, wise, comfortable with where and who they are, and looking for some adventure. Secretly on the prowl perhaps. Although I am a bit old as far as typical prey, nontheless, I continue my quest for an enounter with this beautiful creature. I intend no harm. To shoot or trap and cage this wonder of nature is unthinkable. Only interaction with mutual respect and thoughtfulness is desired. I do not wish to tame but rather experience the call of the wild with her.

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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


to me.. - 23

To me because i've always wanted to be in a missed connection. i think your real swell. i will always love you, not because i want to, but more so because i have to. yours truly.

Monday, September 11, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


met enough tools to fill a tool shed... w4m- 24


Oh my...

Well the title says it pretty much.

Don't worry, I don't carry this baggage of tools around with me, but I don't really need to add any to my collection.

Please be tall, cool, laid-back, professional. I dig white dudes. Bonus if you're Catholic. (they are cool)

I'm all of the above. (isn't that cool?)

Ewww...by the way...I hate dating games. Its like, if you like someone, call them right? Why do you have to wait two days or weeks? Ick!

Okay, this is the most random posting ever, so I guess you could add random to the above list. (I'm still cool, right?)

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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Thank you Mr. Firefighter and Mr. Policeman - w4m - 24 (Midtown)


Thank you for risking your lives everyday so that we can live safely and freely in this wonderful city...

and Thanks for looking sooo hot doing it!

Thursday, September 07, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


I hear women like bad boys... - 28


I am the baddest badass there ever was, is and ever will be!!!!
How bad am I? I forgot my grandmothers birthday. The day after I had an expensive bouquet of roses sent to her house in a golden vase. The card with the flowers said some pretty nasty things to her such as, “I am so sorry.” and “Can you ever forgive me?” To top it all off I insulted her by calling her, “The best grandmother a boy could ever have!” Ha! That’s bad!


Another bad thing I do is let my close relatives have the juiciest cuts of turkey and the drumsticks on the holidays while I wait to be served last. HAHAHAHA !!! Fools!!! Don’t they know those juicy parts have more fat?! YEAH!!! I’M SO BAD!!!!


I tell my nieces they’re getting vegetables for their birthdays then I really get them toys they want. I’m denying them the best nutrition possible by not giving them the vegetables I promised!! Who’s bad?! Who’s bad?! That’s right, ME!!!!!! AHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!


If you still have any doubt of how much of a big time badass I am here are some more facts about me and my badness.


All I have to do is stomp my feet several times and snakes stay away from me. I sent troops to Iraq (not really, but isn’t it bad of me to say so?) I laugh at CTA buses when they pass me without stopping. I pay my taxes on time and encourage others to do the same. Satan worships me.


If you’re not too intimidated by my badness then send me a reply with a photo and we’ll see if we’re good—I mean BAD for each other!

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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Payton is sorry and would like to make it up to you - w4m - 28
Payton feels horrible about your meeting yesterday! He was being really shy and does not want you to think he does not like you. He would like to take you out for dinner to make it up to you. He promises this time he will greet you with plenty of tail wags and lab happiness!

Wednesday, September 06, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


The Best Part Of My Break Up Was...
not having to watch "What Not To Wear" on TV anymore. Tall, casual, fun guy, seeks laid back, non corporate gal for romance and friendship. PLEASE NOTE the romance must arrive at the same time as the friendship.

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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


"The color of the day is yellow" - m4w - 40
lumpy grits and cold eggs. I can think of many ways to make the morning better. By the way, from my vantage point, the yellow looked extremely good on you.

Tuesday, September 05, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


Wanna Date a loser............. - 23
Well here i am. Not only do i fill the loser position. I'm also quite ugly. So if you looking for a guy to kick around look no further. I am a human door mat. Ok all joking aside, If you like what you see and can hold a conversation, reply back with pictures.
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Bag lady, bag lady, bag lady sweet
I know I've seen you before. I go to work I grab the red line to the city to make my dough. You never notice me, all you seemed to be interested in yesterday was that discarded chicken wing. Baby I'll buy you all the rank wings you want. Will you treat me to a smile? Only a broken rusty smile will lift my soul.

Friday, September 01, 2006

FAVORITE PERSONAL AD OF THE DAY:


27, 5'10" , fun, what more do you want? - 27 (W4M)

I'm more fun than anyone person should be. Doubt you can handle it. Love new experiences and up for anything fun. But just as comfortable cuddled up on the couch. You'll have to share me with my big fat cat Samantha........................ Are you ready??? Doubt it. I work out ALOT. Try to eat right. Love to dance. Love to drink when going dancing (loosens me up). I never check my voicemail. Im in love with my ipod. As well as, house music. I fold clothes like a guy. Clean sheets on my bed make me sleep better. I don't like blond guys. I hate trixies that usually have blond boyfriends. I don't wear anything from Tiffany, and thats ok with me. I am stylish yet, not a label whore. If it aint half off, it aint on sale. Traveling is a passion of mine and I wish I had more money to do it more. I have confidence yet, am still sensitive. Im not a neat freak. I love animals, except chupacabras. I dont get my nails done. Im a hair stylist but, hate getting my hair done. I dont wear expensive jewlery or clothes. I LOVE volleyball but, hate all other sports. I don't fit into a genre of people, Im unique yet, ordinary. I love my cats and would never part with them for any reason except death. I don't get sick alot. I love to read. Im the funniest person, or so Im told, you'll ever meet. I am a total airhead sometimes. Im tall...pretty tall....the kinda tall that likes to wear heels.just so you know
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FAVORITE MISSED CONNECTION OF THE DAY:


Project Runway at Crew - m4m - 25

You should be more specific. I was flirting with someone, too. So was my friend. Then I flirted with someone else when Guy #1 left, then my other friend flirted with my friend's guy, then I probably got bored and flirted with that guy too, because I was bored. It's a vicious cycle, really..