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Best Of VA Missed Connections: February 24 – March 2

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From singers in cars to rovers from Mars (or was it Venus), Missed Connections this week is out of this world! We’re getting Missed Connections from the jury box, the spaceport, and the DMV these days, which makes me wonder whether a solid year of pandemic-related quarantine has made us all retreat into pure fantasy.

Either way, I’m here for it. And if you’re here for stories of strangely accented smoothie enjoyers and uptight weirdos sending extremely subtle signals to grocery store cashiers, we’ve got a bumper crop for you. Not to mention the dudes who still think about the hairy gym rats they used to run into back in those halcyon days of 2019.

Plus, the ongoing theme of the Missed Connections steadily drifting toward off-label use continues. But don’t worry — this column will never reprint any of the millions of references to clogged pipes and rusty back doors that are a plague on Craigslist.

You can count on us, Virginia.

Car singing cutie (Museum District/Belmont)

We’ve seen each other around a few times, but always in passing and at a distance; somehow there is a glimmer of something we recognize in each other though, despite our never speaking. I think you are a closer neighbor, but am not sure. There is an energy about you.

Today you were singing in your car with the window down at the light of Belmont/Ellwood. I was on a bike. We shared eye contact and a coy smile. A beat later I caught your eye in the rearview.

What color was my jacket? What color was your car?

Yeezy guy at Panera (Parham)

Congrats on the new shoes, man. Would have chatted more, but had a headache.

Hit me up if you wanna chat more. You asked me where I worked.

We chat frequently. You work behind the counter. (Richmond)

We chat frequently.
You work behind the counter.
I recently heard you tell someone you work for the State of Virginia.
I would love to ask you out. But I don’t.
It’s not fair because you work there. I don’t want to invade your workspace.
Give me a signal. the next time you ask to see my driver’s license. Tell me we should have coffee.

M4F

Tight jeans, brown hair and vest, boots and a nice slow saunter (Target – Short Pump)

You were strolling about Target in a slow and easy manner in your incredible outfit that you wore so well. Long legs are one of many great attributes. I must say you made my day!!

April at Cracker barrel (Mechanicsvlle)

Hey April with the beautiful eyes! Four star server on Saturday around 2 in Mechanicsville. You took care of me and my family and we caught eyes several times and I saw your smile under your mask! Simply gorgeous!

Englishman

Fun to chat with you about accents outside the smooooothie shop!

You were standing by the Rover… (Mars)

You were standing near the Rover looking like a magnificent spatial spectral. You appeared to be lost- guessing you’re from Venus. Anyway…I believe we made eye contact several times, but was difficult to tell because of the glare on your helmet face shield. Either way, I felt something and hope you did too. Wanted to introduce myself but spaced out. Message me and tell me what color space suit I was wearing so I know it’s you.

Hairy black guy from Crew Club (Arlington)

I used to see you at the Crew Club in the afternoons, autumn 2019. Sometimes you were on your laptop in the lounge. Very hairy, fit black guy. I think you rode a bike. Beautiful smile and eyes.

Sorry I didn’t get your contact info: Crew closed, then C19. I still think of you often.

You: hairy, friendly, fit (apx 5 10, 150#), black guy; probably around 40 (?), with laptop and bike.

Me: white guy, corner room.

HMU if you see this.

Beautiful brunette working at Dunkin (Arlington, VA)

I am looking to say hi to the beautiful brunette working at Dunkin Donuts, who I met this morning. Wish I had stayed longer to say hi and talk, but it was 730am and I had to get to work. Was great meeting you, let’s chat more – sincerely, guy with messed up hair & blue mask.

(I have no idea why my last posting was flagged. Isnt this the point of missed connections?)

Any kind of ads (Va)

Why does every real ad get deleted while all these others stay up?

Please stop deleting real ads

Now the ads are being deleted within 60 seconds of the post
This is ridiculous
I don’t understand

He we go again
Real people
Real ads
Deleted for no reason
Nothing vulgar or inappropriate
Just people deleting for nothing

Wegman’s Fairfax Customer to Cashier (Fairfax VA)

I come to Wegman’s every other evening. Typically buy the samethings – tomorrow’s dinner, and snacks to last a couple of days. We catch each other’s eyes periodically. I’m probably too old for you. But your smile is sincere and your banter is welcoming after a long day. You’ll know it’s me if you ask me if I want my chips in a bag, and I respond no.

Girl in Sheetz off Wellington RD Manassas

You were walking out as I turned the isle to go pay. You had curly black hair going down the back of your amazing body. You had on blue jeans and a white shirt. When I walked out
I saw you driving dump truck from Diaz Trees I believe. My first time ever doing this but I’d like to meet you. If anyone knows who she is hit me up!

Lady needing a ride from the gas station (Fairlakes)

Your Uber left you and you asked for a ride at 7am to your apt. You seemed nice, though you accused me of being a Trump person. Our greeting handshake lingered a bit. If you want to chat let me know.

Saw you in Fairfax wearing orange jumper

Saw you at the Wednesday pre-trial hearing. You were in an orange jumper with matching bracelets on each wrist. I was in the jury box with 11 others that were mostly strangers. You looked over at me briefly while the prosecuting attorney was asking you questions. Were you flirting with me or were you trying to sway my vote? I decided i would vote not guilty by reason of being totally cute. i am not a big fan of lawyers and don’t understand how you got caught stealing a penguin, so think it totally unfair that a SWAT team surrounded your Winnebago with weapons drawn. I prefer watercolors and tend to avoid drawings of weaponry. So according to the defense attorney, you came out of the mobile home with the penguin and the SWAT team lead yells with a megaphone, “Drop the Penguin”, and you yelled back, “Its not loaded”. Its great to maintain a sense of humor in stressful situations. But then you got straight to the point, by shouting, “She needs some fish” which confused the Swat team, but strangely enough the postman heard you from across the street and brought over some pickled herring. the noise and turbulence from the helicopter caused a fair amount of turmoil among the team gathered around your home, but you quickly jumped into the helicopter with the penguin and flew directly to the amphitheater where your sold-out performance was televised and established a first in the genre of penguin-centric jazz. I will keep posting in hopes that you will call me when you are released in 2022.

Top Photo by Nicolas Lobos on Unsplash

Best of VA Missed Connections February 17 – February 23

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If you still have an opinion about the cola wars of the 80s, you might find a kindred spirit in this week’s Missed Connections. Times have changed, that’s for sure; after all, this week brings us evidence that a dude with face tattoos can get a positive response in the town where I went to high school. Thirty years ago, I was nearly run out of the place for having a mohawk, and now this? Good lord, I’m old.

Enough of that, though. Let’s instead focus on the bonanza of entertainment Craigslist provides us with this week, from little black dresses worn in debatably inappropriate circumstances to the shame of spilling your change at the drive-thru window. We’ve also got lovelorn Cracker Barrel customers, jerks who leave the gym equipment all sweaty after they’re done working out, and guys with long hair and shaved sides — which makes me think the 90s aren’t as far in the rearview as they seem.

Finally, I don’t know what’s up with the recent running theme of people trying to reconnect with brief connections from decades past, but as pointless as it seems to me, I am nonetheless here for it.

Let’s get nostalgic, Virginia.

Looking for Liza from a party in 1990 (Richmond Virginia)

Okay, this is a long shot but I am looking for a girl named Liza that I met at a party in Cary Town back in 1990. We talked about the Dick Tracy movie (well, I did most of the talking) but we seemed to hit it off really well, but I was young and stupid and never asked her out. I’d just like to know how she’s doing. She was friends with a girl named Chris and the party was Chris’ and Joyce’s apartment near the Byrd Theater. I also ran into Liza at Twisters one night and she kissed me on the cheek. The only other clue that I have is that Liza was probably an intern for The American Historical Foundation Museum in Richmond at that time. To this day I refer to her as “The Dick Tracy Girl” and I think of her often and hope she is doing well. If this sounds familiar to anyone else let me know.

loser not wiping down equipment (vb)

you were using treadmill at like 330 and you left and wiped nothing down, how inconsiderate during a time of a pandemic..

Cracker Barrel (Waynesboro VA)

Stopped in to grab a bite around 6 pm and you happened to come over to raise the blind. You were a waitress with black hair and a big ring on you right hand and I noticed your name on your uniform as Alexis. You weren’t my waitress but missed the opportunity to chat with you. If you see this, do you remember me. Erin was my waitress and you spoke about a lantern that you had lit and the customer got upset with you.

Face tats guy (Ruckersville)

Hey cutie with the face full of tattoos. I have seen you around town and I want to know your story. You are very intriguing and sexy and I can’t help thinking about you. Tell me what you drive so I know it’s you. Maybe we can meet up sometime?

San Jose Shark (Norf)

To the handsome one in the white sedan~a sharks fan. Thanks for the bux. Made my day. Here I thought I was supposed to be supporting our military. Haha

Pepsi or Coke? (Mechanicsville)

I could feel some tension between us today. I wanted to act impulsively but I wasn’t sure how you’d respond. Let’s talk more.

Long shot (Lynchburg)

Saw you at river ridge mall today. You had on an all black gothic looking outfit and red hair pulled back in a pony tail with shaved sides. You were the sexiest man I’ve seen around. I couldn’t take my eyes off you. If you see this message me id like to know you.

Little Black Dress (Reston)

You were wearing a little black dress today at work. I don’t know what possessed you to do that with the cold, nonetheless I enjoyed the view. Over the past couple of weeks, we both have been checking each other out. Yes, I saw you checking out my ass last week at work while I was walking down the hall. It’s extremely hard to approach you at work; therefore, CL. I sense you peruse or have perused CL. I’ll ensure that I drop a hint when we talk.

This is a M4F post.

Fish Market, Friday Night, 2/19 (Old Town Alexandria)

You… A Beautiful woman… Me… a dumbass… I said something stupid to your friend about you… I really was sorry, did not mean that in the way that you apparently took it… I should have offered to buy you a drink… dinner… a new car! Wish I knew your name, but didn’t have the chance to get it… Can’t stop thinking about you!

Would love to meet you back there sometime if I could ever find you…

describe what I said to you and I’ll know it’s you…

Powhatan KFC/Taco Bell (Powhatan)

To the young lady at the KFC/TB drive thru window about 12:30 today…you are really cute if no one ever told you that before. How old are you? I fumbled my change in case you recall.

Top Photo by Nik Albert on Unsplash

Best Of VA Missed Connections January 13 – January 19

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Welcome to another week of Missed Connections, where we are simultaneously concerned and cautiously optimistic. Will tomorrow’s inauguration bring a new dawn for the world? If so, it might lift the spirits of the many lovelorn folks we find speaking from the pages of Craigslist this week. It seems wintering isn’t working out so well for a lot of people right now — and of course, finding a new partner in the time of COVID has its own pitfalls.

Regardless, people are still out there trying to meet each other, and this week’s MCs brings us stories from Waffle House and Food Lion, because no one is exactly rolling in dough right now, plus some meet-cutes involving prison nurses and shoutouts at stoplights. If you’re in the market for a new Tarot deck, you’ll want to read on, but beware of bitter religious folk wielding amateur psychological diagnoses.

Oh, and by the way, a word to the wise for those in doubt: learning about hip hop is a worthwhile way to spend your time even if it doesn’t get any cuties to hang out with you.

Use your time wisely, Virginia.

You snooze, you lose

That’s right! If you’re on here posting how you coulda woulda shoulda said hello or something …. then you need to avoid that next missed connection. Come on …. be bold, take the chance, speak up, don’t let her/him walk away. At least, TRY

For some people, that feeling lasts forever

Nothing has changed over here. I still feel the same way about you as I did all those years ago. You gave me so many opportunities to love you and I squandered them all. My sincerest apologies. Unfortunately I am not a time traveler so I cannot repair the past. We are only here in the present moment. You give me a concrete sign and I will take care of the rest. Worry not about money, I have you covered. If you never wanted to work that’s fine with me, although for your own personal fulfilment I would recommend it. You are driven and well composed so I wouldn’t expect that anyways. One of the many things I love about you. Worry not about anything. Get in touch and I will take care of the rest. Just sit back and enjoy the ride. That’s what I should have done from the start. I was so terrified of messing up our relation that I messed it up. Ironic… I take full responsibility. This situation is normal for twin souls. No need to dwell on the past. I sure won’t. Onward and upward to the stars. I love you so much. You are perfect in my eyes, now and forever.

You gave me coupon at Bed Bath and Beyond around Xmas then I saw you (Midlothian)

Today (MLK day) at the Walmart on Midlothian. We both did a double take and I kicked myself for not finding you again to say hi. I had a blue jacket on today and you had black leggings on that looked amazing. I would love to see you again.

Awesome at Walmart (Ruckersville)

Saw you at the local Walmart (Ruckersville).

You cut an unusual figure… seemed like, to me, you were bold and different. I think you may have noticed the tall, older guy ooogling your way.

Had the crowds not been so heavy I like to think we could have talked.

Would like to get the chance to know you more.

Stella’s (One Life) (Richmond, VA)

You were wearing a “Tax the Rich” sweater and helped me and a friend. Shot in the dark that you’ll see this but who knows.

Waffle House (Mechanicsville)

You’ve been my server a few times. We seem to converse well with one another, laugh and carry on. I think you’re a pretty woman.
You’re not wearing a ring and haven’t had the appropriate time to ask if you’re involved with anyone.
You probably are, but here goes nothing.
Your name rhymes with Candy! 😁
Put the company on my uniform I work for in the subject line for a response.
Take Care.

Guess it’s over

I’m here and I don’t know what to say. I lost you, please come back I love you. I miss you. My heart is broken. I don’t know what else to do. I can’t find you and I can’t reach you because you left social media and you haven’t been answering my phone calls and texts. What did I do? Please say something. You’ll know who I am by the way you describe that thing I used to do to you to make your legs lock and shake.

Missed connection at food lion on Jan 12! (Richmond)

We caught each other’s eyes more than once in the potato chip aisle at food lion on broad st near glenside drive around 5pm… you were wearing a stocking cap and black jeans. If I wasn’t wearing my bummy work clothes and muddy boots I would have said something to you. And you caught me off guard.

Heathsville Foodlion (Heathsville)

To the gorgeous blond in the Food Lion. You are lovely and I should have flirted more. You had your hair in a ponytail and wore a bright green top. Buying stuff before the sat football games. You were not wearing a band so I don’t know if you might be interested in future activities or not. I had on a med blue tshirt.

To the guy in the red car who hit on me on route 17 (stafford)

Hey, its the girl you were hitting on a few days ago. I was in my car and you rolled down your window to talk to me. I told you I had a boyfriend but I was lying. You were light-skin with some kind of braids in your hair. I should have saw what was up with you. This is my attempt at reaching out to you. If this is you, tell me what kind of car I was driving and let’s get in touch. Figured this was worth a shot.

Tarot Cards (The West End)

I was given a very nice deck of tarot cards and a book for readings for Christmas 2019. I have never used them because I have a deck that I use and have owned for many years. The new deck was giving to me by someone that is not in my life and I don’t want them in my possession, but don’t want to throw them out or give to any I know. I was wondering if someone would be interested in them (gratis). I am sure they came from Barnes and Noble and in absolute mint condition. Hopefully there is someone out there that has interest in tarot and would appreciate them.

Ideally will meet you somewhere in the Near West End or Fan and give them to you. Willow Lawn area. All I ask is that you tell me a bit about yourself and interest in Tarot. I just want to know that they’re going to a good home.

Hip Hop opener (Chesapeake)

We met a few years ago while your wife was in school. You offered me a beer and I enjoyed the Bud Light. I live in Virginia Beach and would like to meet again. I have learned more about hip hop.

FACTS and TRUTH (BUENA VISTA VIRGINIA)

I stayed with you so long through the bullshit because I was torn between not giving
up on the person who I loved…my Soulmate…and coming to terms with the fact that the person that I loved
no longer existed inside of the body that I was staring at (or not staring at depending if you were “on the road”
or not… ) everyday…and I dont care what anyone says ..that is a really painfull thing to wrap your brain around…
It takes a while to believe it. I can not fathom how one of Gods children can do another one this way. Its been 6 months and I am not better than in July. You portray your self as the Malignant Narcissist that you are. Its another one of those things that can be worked on but I forgot…..you are OK. God help you and anybody around you.

Nurse in prison (Chesapeake)

We use to work in a prison. I dont anymore but you still do. We both were going through bad relationships and started seeing each other….after some time we started to fall for each other. I still think about you daily. I know you went back to him and started a family….but i miss you and still love you. Everytime i see your posts on FB i think about you. I cant get you out of my head. In my new job i saw you and helped you with something that saved you money but made your new thing protected for free. I opened my own business and now you want me to do a service for you….Its hard to be near you and not kiss you. It stinks we didnt end up working out. But know deep down i say i dont care….but i do…i still love you like it was yesterday.

Top Photo by Viva Luna Studios on Unsplash

Best Of VA Missed Connections December 16 – December 22

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I don’t know how many ways I can tell y’all over and over again every week that all of us are losing our minds a bit from the longterm social isolation of this pandemic, but even if I get repetitive, it seems that the Missed Connections will always find a new spin on an old theme.

This week, we hear from someone whose top criteria for a connection seems to be the willingness to spend a night in the same bed, as well as some Mechanicsville dollar store shoppers who manage to exude top-level redneck vibes in the space of only two lines. The fact that Richmond’s become a bit of a clearinghouse for the filming of period piece dramas over the past several years factors into this week’s MCs, as does Maymont Park and craft brew — very Richmond, on the whole.

If anything will let you know that we’re all getting a little economically desperate at this point, though, it’s the fact that there are so many Missed Connections this week from Food Lion. Not that I’m knocking it — they’re the only grocery store in the area that carries my favorite flavor of Lipton Rice Sides.

Stock up, Virginia.

just sleep in my bed (the fan)

just dont be a junky and come sleep in my bed for a few hours. We can work it out in email. I’m 29, white, and in the fan.

Dollar store (Mechanicsville)

You were driving a dark green Colorado truck. Dark hair and the truck needed a muffler. Thought you were cute. Hit me up.

Ryan from “Turn”: Washington Spies (Richmond)

I know this is the craziest long shot ever….but looking for a guy named Ryan (I know there are a million Ryans), but this Ryan worked on the set of “Turn” during Season I and II. Tall dude with long brown hair, fit, and usually played a soldier red coat or blue coat. We were on the set together in Maidens, VA (State Farm), The Old Baptist Church in downtown Richmond and one night in Petersburg, VA all in 2014. Me and another friend from “Turn” have been talking about you and wondered, whatever happened to that guy. You were very cool as was the time in general. It was a lot fun hanging out in the warming tents waiting for our “big break” in front of the camera. If anyone might know this Ryan or was even on “Turn” it would be fun to reminisce.

Apple rep at SAMs (Richmond)

We discussed iPads. I wanted to talk more but you went to the bathroom. Let me know if you see this.

food lion (lucks lane)

TO THE WORKER WHO HELP ME ABOUT THE COFFEE CREAMER WHEN IT WOULD BE IN TOMORROW AND ENDED UP TALKING WHEN WASHING OUR HANDS IN THE REST ROOM, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP I HAD A HELL OF A DAY SHOPPING SEEM LIKE NO ONE THERE TODAY WOULD HELP WITH ANYTHING BUT YOU

Food Lion Cutie (Goochland)

Great laugh as we went by each other in the aisle then a quick by as I left the check out. Would love to buy you a drink sometime and hear that laugh again 🙂

Noah ( food lion)

it was cool talking to you today about your hair, it was nice to meet you

Maymont Staff (Whole Foods)

To the beautiful girl with the excellent taste in beer! Hello 🙂 you had (2) 6 packs

The woman I saw at the gas station (Roanoke)

I saw you at the gas station. Skinny woman. We made eye contact briefly but because we were both wearing a mask I did not approach you.

Couple at the bar (Midlothian)

You are a couple at the bar…. someone we chatted and flirted with (another couple). We discussed the possibility of heading back to one of our houses for some fun times (girl time and possibly more). If you think this could be you let us know . Hoping to catch up this weekend.

Happy Birthday (RVA)

Happy happy oh my friend(?)! Wishing you much love and light. Hope you’re not dealing with too many heavy things.
It’s too bad you’ve become a ghost, we should be bouncing round the room somewhere.

Top Photo by Matt Briney on Unsplash.

Best of VA Missed Connections November 25 – December 1

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Black Friday has come and gone, and we are now officially in the Christmas season here at the Missed Connections. This week, we’re getting in the spirit with MCs from Christmas tree lots and holiday parties that we can only hope are not super-spreader events. The holidays are always a fraught time, but the specter of disease is making this year’s a little… spooky. And not just in the Scrooge sense of the term, either.

But enough of all that; this week’s Missed Connections are here to take our mind off COVID for at least a hot second and provide some entertaining diversions. This week’s include tall dogs, antique fan collectors, fuzzy handcuffs dangling from car mirrors, and a whole bunch more. We wouldn’t normally expect an inability to figure out anagrams to be a positive selling point, but it is this week, as you’ll see. Hey, it’s the holiday season — strange things happen this time of year.

One thing that someone in this week’s MCs should not be surprised about is the fact that total lemons that auction houses pick up for little to no money end up being sold for thousands of dollars on shady used car lots. If the sign says, “Buy here, pay here,” what it’s really telling you is that you’re probably about to get ripped off.

Caveat emptor, Virginia.

Christmas tree lot (Hopewell)

You came to the Christmas tree lot this weekend and were making eyes at me. Or it seemed that way.

Let me know what you were wearing and I will let you know if it was you.

Let me love you. (Chesterfield)

You should let me love you. I promise you wont regret it.

Fuzzy handcuff Ford (Chester / Colonial Heights)

While running some errands today I looked up and saw you just dancing and singing. You just looked like you were having a really good time, I was in a hurry or I would of followed but I blew you a kiss and kept rolling. If you saw this and are interested tell me what type of car I was driving in your first message.

Tonight at Timberwood Taphouse (Charlottesville, VA)

This is a longshot, I know. I was a male patron and you were a female server. We exchanged looks and saw you smile, but I was with other people so I didn’t want to be a jerk to them, but I wanted to talk to you too. I’m shy and didn’t want to intrude while you were working, which sounds lame, I know.

In the off-chance you read this, you remember me, and want to meet, I’d love to meet you and get to know you.

Music at The Fork (ROANOKE)

I was listening to the great music at FITA Sunday evening with 2 friends. You were enjoying it as well, and we exchanged glances when I left. I really wanted to chat with you a bit, but the music was loud enough that I would have had to lean in close (social distancing!). I have regretted not doing so since.

On the off chance that you read this and wish that I had approached you, I’d love to hear from you. You can tell me the name of the songwriter that I called out to separate yourself from the scammers that will flood my inbox.

Cold harbor battlefield (Mechanicsville)

Anyone jog regularly at cold harbor battlefield or want to? I enjoy pole green park too. I’m in pretty good shape but I want to start running more often and need an accountability partner. I prefer going Mon-Fri during the day a couple times a week. I have no issues proving I’m a normal person just looking to exercise more often and enjoy the outdoors, you should be able to prove you’re real/sane as well. Thanks, talk to you soon

Looking for David, an antique fan collector who lives in Richmond… (Richmond)

I’m trying to touch base with David, I did some work at your house recently and we got to chat intermittently while I was there working. I really enjoyed chatting with you and seems like we had some cool stuff in common.

Out of respect I won’t put much personal info about you other than the fact that you have an impressive collection of fans. If this is you, that should be enough.

I enjoyed getting to know you and talking with you about your collection. You’re extremely attractive and clearly very smart. I know you’re single and live alone but I was wondering if you were open to a friendship or maybe more?

You’re a little older than I am but that’s cool with me. I kept thinking I was picking up a vibe when we were chatting but felt weird about asking you because I felt it to be unprofessional.

If this sounds like you then message me telling me what kind of work I was doing for you and how you feel. Thanks!

Mon aft. Belle Isle. I have tall dog. (Belle Isle)

I have a tall black dog. You were friendly, out of my league (quite likely age range, too, but just in case), and made a remark. I was on the phone and realized too late I may have missed a moment (I’ve been out of the game for a while).

walgreens worker (Mechanicsville)

YOU: working this morning, being oh so helpful

ME: almost incapable of taking my eyes of your butt when you walked me around the store. would love to connect further, but didnt wanna be too forward

think this is you? send me an email and let me know what you helped me look for but couldnt find

You were losing at anagrams (Stafford)

You were playing anagrams with a friend at work and losing. You said you had only won once. My guess is you live in the neighborhood behind your work or close by.

Rosie’s security guard in New Kent (New Kent)

You are the most handsome guy. I would love to connect with you and get to know you better. You’re young, probably about 5’7″. Say hello!

Looking for the person that donated a 1998 Dodge Dakota to Copart (Hampton)

Copart took your donated vehicle and auctioned it off to a shady dealership that wants $6000 for that 1998 Dodge Dakota.

HAHAHAHAHAHA

Learn how to give properly.

Ghent bank teller — name starts with J

We always hit it off. Just seemed to connect in talking about stuff in general. I would be there for work, at YOUR work, so it was just small talk. But I always thought it would be nice to get to know each other WITHOUT plexiglass between us over beer or coffee. But it was awkward to give you my number or for you to give me yours.

Though I did try. 🙂

With COVID, even that beer or coffee may take awhile. But I don’t come in anymore, so was hoping you see this, and we can reconnect over the phone, for now.

Anyway, I know your first name, where you work (of course), roughly where you live, and even where you’re from and whom you live with. So if you are the right person, we’ll have no trouble figuring it out.

Wish there was a way to be direct, but given the CL reputation, I think keeping details out of the first post make sense.

Hope you see this, and I hope I hear from you soon.

Smiled at each other (Fredricksburg)

On Monday I was in the turn lane and you were the cute lady next to me going straight on rte 3. We kept smiling at each other and seemed attracted/flirting. I should of had you turn with me into the parking lot and regret I didn’t. Reply back if you would like to meet up for coffee,lunch or whatever

West clay st (Richmond)

You were cute af I wanted to ask for your number but your coworkers were there hum if you remember what i delivered

Beach weather? (Ocean View)

You were running into the water today, it looked so cold!! Would love to have chatted longer

Dollar store (Mechanicsville)

You were driving a dark green Colorado truck. Dark hair and the truck needed a muffler. Thought you were cute. Hit me up.

Best Of VA Missed Connections November 18 – November 24

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Thanksgiving is coming, and everyone is traveling. Plague or no plague, we’re all gonna go see grandma this Thanksgiving, because this might be the last time we get to see her (especially if we give her COVID while we’re there). This isn’t really a viable long-term strategy, but then, neither are Missed Connections, and that doesn’t stop us from continuing to post and derive enjoyment from them week after week. So hey, why not take a few minutes away from your disease-risking commute back to the old home place and enjoy some of the sublime, ridiculous glory that is the Missed Connections?

Why not indeed. This week, we’ve got all sorts of non-COVID-related behavior, from reaching blindly under the fridge for some dropped airpods to wandering around Food Lion with no underwear on. We’ve also got tales of Friday the 13th misadventures at the car wash,

We’ve even got one story from the glory days of Regency Square Mall, which any of you longtime Richmonders know was more than a minute back. Best of luck to the guy trying to find the girl from the Applebee’s that closed years ago — but hey, next time you should maybe consider posting your Missed Connection a little closer to the date of the incident.

Time is of the essence, Virginia.

You dropped ur AirPods (The Fan)

We were in tugwell market and your AirPod fell underneath the fridge. I said I have small hands and I got it out for u. Would u like to get to know each other?

You were gonna go commando and meet me at Food Lion

(If you see this, be sure to email me to confirm meeting time.)

The one on New Market Rd. And you were gonna bring your skateboard. Sorry I was so tough on you. I was just disappointed. Please, let’s try this again. We will just go with the flow. I’m a good dude and a true friend. That said, it’s hot you plan to leave your underwear at home!

I miss having friends

I miss having friends that I can message whenever and go have fun. I haven’t had any one in so long and I would like to start reaching out again.

Thanksgiving date (Henrico)

Sbm here looking to spend the day with a nice woman. Age or race not important.Tell me a little about yourself in response.

Tesla at Tommy’s on Forest Hill 11/13 (Forest Hill)

Friday the 13th wasn’t that bad!

You decided to leave the car wash, but stopped and vacuumed your car. We exchanged a few pleasantries while you drove past.

I’d love to see how those Body Gloves fit!

M4M

You worked for the Caterer (Newport News)

We talked for a minute and you told me how much you like to cook and arrange flowers and also do some bartendering . You also said you might do some small intimate events . Really enjoyed meeting you as you were fun and flirty at the same time . Curious about learning more about you if you . Think it is cool you also do drag .

Wawa Tidewater Trail

You were asking me about my bike! I had a gold helmet on. You also commented about my shoes! You were bought a pack of smokes and you were driving I think it was a Grey Chevy Aveo. I thought you were cute and I liked your tattoo’s tell me what color my shoes were!

Saw you at Walmart and then regency square many years ago (Richmond)

First of all, I’m a guy and I’m looking for a long legged brunette I saw many years ago. I first saw you in walmart at short pump with an older lady, maybe your mom. Some weeks later, I was at Applebee’s in regency square with a few friends. You were at the bar with some people, and you walked by and we locked eyes. I’m still kicking myself for not coming to talk to you. I know this is the longest of long shots, but if you’re out there, I’d love to talk to you

Met a beautiful woman in late 2016 (Newport News)

Met a beautiful woman looking for more to life in late 2016. I wanted more too, but wasn’t quite ready. I think about her every now and then and want to see her again. Our first meeting was at Kohls. Let’s try again. 

South Roanoke Home Depot 11/20 (Roanoke, VA)

I wasn’t expecting assistance in loading the appliance, but when I turned around there you were. You helped load it into the van. We talked about the advantages of a van, and that it was nice not having to lift the appliance over the lip of a car trunk.

You have fascinating eyes. If you’re interested in continuing our conversation, let me know. If you respond, include something that let’s me know you’re the person who helped, such as first initial, color of the van, type of appliance, or something similar.

Load of wood in your front yard (N. Chesterfield)

You have a pickup in your front yard filled with firewood for sale. You sit on the porch sometimes and i like what I see.

You are plump and I Love it.

Get back to me and lets meet

Budget Blinds Guy (Midlothian Turnpike)

We were both driving along Midlothian yesterday. Thought you were cute as we pulled up along side each other and wanted to get closer. What were you and I driving and what time of day was it. Reply back with details.

TJ Maxx

Made a return today. Cashier was really nice and cute. I know, super outside shot but respond if you see this. I was wearing a long sleeve Nike shirt. Late 30s guy. Thanks 🙂

Same Schedules (Cave Spring Krogers)

Seems we always run into each other in Cave Spring Kroger and say hello. I know we have mutual acquaintances yet I actually don’t know your name. You tall female, long auburn hair.

Have no idea of your relationship status. Be interested at least in knowing your name.

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You were coming out of WAWA by Westchester (Midlothian)

You were coming out of WAWA today with no mask on. You are a younger guy with dark hair and you had on black shorts. When I came back out you were standing there smoking a cigarette. Some guy came out and gave you something from his bag, I believe cigarettes. My guess is they would not wait on you because you did not have a mask. You drove away in a black car. Older guy here and I was standing there smoking as you drove passed.

Headlights (Norfolk)

I’m missing the dancers and bartender at Headlights since the pandemic, would love to hear from whoever may read this. Are any of you, or others who read this, doing private dances now?