If there’s any place where dreams come true, it’s probably not the Missed Connections, where we can all assume (or prove from bitter experience) that 90 percent of posts never get any answer at all. That said, it’s still very entertaining to read people’s dreams, especially when they are literal descriptions of slumbering visions about the strangest restaurant visit ever.

Of course, in real life, we’re mostly encountering and getting crushes on each other in the great outdoors, since being inside with a lot of other people is pretty severely curtailed these days. We’re seeing a lot of hiking and biking trails represented in the MCs, as well as plenty of people out shopping for essentials before retreating home to quarantine once again. This way of life is getting pretty old, huh? If you want to find a way to make it better, you better vote in November (and not for the guy who’s in there, either. Yeah, I said it).

One thing we probably should all not be doing is soliciting random strangers to come over and complain with us about what a bummer it all is. That’s a great way to get deathly ill, and no one wants that.

Stay safe, Virginia.

baker boy (richmond)

oh, oh, oh.
you were a main character in my dream last night.
i came to a fancy restaurant for dinner with a family member and noticed you were working there. when i asked if i could see you, the person at the counter said that usually isn’t allowed but went back to look anyways. they brought out the wrong person thinking i said another name which felt disappointing. just before i walked away you saw me through the doorway of the kitchen with a soft smile and a gentle wink, too busy to exchange any words. shortly after getting back to my table our first course came out, we hadn’t even ordered. Upon the second one arriving I asked if this was usual and the server said we were being taken care of by you tonight.
my thoughts kept returning to that wink, so quick, paired with your deep dimples and glowing freckles from sweat due to working.
the plating was beautiful.

Larus Park (Southside)

You were walking your dog in the park today and stopped to let me pass by on my bike. I spent the rest of my ride admiring and looking for you. I know this is a long shot, but here’s hoping we can cross paths again!

Capital Trail

You: Pink shorts, black socks
Me: White Jersey

I dropped you on the climb out and wasn’t sure how far back you were. Did not anticipate adding trail miles today so didn’t have enough fuel or water to keep going at our pace.

Ride sometime?

Adult book store field trip? (23060)

Who wants to put on a show with me at an adult bookstore

Costco guy with pentagram tattoo (Charlottesville)

Dear Costco guy with a pentagram tattoo —
You were wearing a Jack Skeleton mask
I was with my mom wearing a Larry David mask
You asked if I tried the pesto foccacia bread
The answer was no but I’d like to try some of your buns 😉
JK I just think you’re hot
Email me ?

Emily at the auction (Richmond)

I’m sorry for staring but those brown eyes were mesmerizing. You’ll never see this but I’d love to take you out.

Walmart (Ashland)

We saw each other in the paper towel and toilet tissue aisle. I asked if you needed something from the top self and you replied no. When I was leaving and walking by you pulled your masked down and said…… if you know what you said tell me so I know it’s you….should have said more as you are very attractive and hope we can see each other once again! Know it’s a long shot but…….

Tired of this coronacrap (Virginia Beach)

Just gonna put it out there. I’m no brad pitt, just a middle aged white dude sick and tired of all this coronacrap seeking a female sick and tired of this coronacrap too. Let’s talk, maybe we can make one another’s night go just a little bit better.

Staples Mill Kroger (Henrico)

Boy-oh-boy, I was shopping in Kroger this afternoon and I saw several really hot guy I hope are gay, some were shopping and some were working there. I almost forgot why I was there. If a guy in the area is looking for another guy, especially if you were at Kroger today, I am 53 years old, 5′-10″, and a hundred and fifty pounds, short brown hair and hazel eyes.

Aloha Jesus (Fredericksburg)

I was a patient waiting in the ER at Mary Washington, you were an employee in blue scrubs. They looked a little baggy on you, but I could tell that you were hiding something special underneath. I wanted to approached you, but by the time I worked up the courage you were leaving. By some grace of God, you walked back in – tight white shirt, Hawaiian styled shorts, and your Jesus hair up in a messy bun. MY GOD. If you see this, please know that I am very interested in getting to know the type of man you really are 😉

The heat is cranking back up this week in the Missed Connections — you can tell, because a lot of people are out here wearing fewer articles of clothing than usual. Shirtless on a riding mower is a proud tradition in the part of Virginia where I come from, but I never saw the appeal, so this week the Missed Connections are here to prove that it takes all kinds.

This week also brings us cuties getting high and ordering late-night munchies from the gas station (also a classic move where I hail from), drive-thru cashier love, and watermelon dumpster-divers looking for love. Summer is the right time to get your freak on, so go on with your bad selves, Craigslist posters of the world.

One thing I must say, though — I do not get why, as hot as it’s been lately, so many of you are still drinking coffee on a daily basis. Doesn’t it just make you sweat to death?

Keep it cool, Virginia.

You were gonna go commando and meet me at Food Lion

(No emails back and forth. And no bs. Just tell me where to meet you, and I will be otw.)

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!

Neighbors cutting grass yesterday (Mechanicsville)

We were both cutting our lawns yesterday afternoon, both shirtless. We live on opposite sides of street. Love women, but can’t help but wonder what’s hidden in those gym shorts. Curious? Interested?

If you think it’s you, what street?

Angel face (Hampton Roads)

Damn I sure do miss you 

~^~^Sweet girl on bike^~^~^~ (richmond)

I was riding my moped and you were riding your bicycle. When you were riding by you slowed down to tell me you liked my tattoos. I was pretty smitten and then you were gone.

Jacquelyn E. (Henrico)

You ordered Wawa and were high as balls, numbers are temporary so I couldn’t respond.

You said you liked my hair… (Panera on Laburnum)

It was August 14 at the Panera on Laburnum. I was alone having a coffee, no mask. You were wearing a black mask and stopped to tell me that you wished every woman would wear their hair like mine. I’d like to talk to you if you’re interested. 🙂

Green nails last week to 288

No way you’d ever be on here…. But I can’t stop thinking about you and need to get it out somewhere! You came out of the store and I was parked beside you. I wish I could have got words out to say something to you besides staring with my jaw unhinged, but you completely took the breath out of my chest 🙂

Coffee with mom and your son?

Sorry that I couldn’t stop smiling at you. Your eyes looked amazing looking back into mine. I know you’ll never see this but I can’t stop thinking about you and needed somewhere to let it out!!

Walking on pineway (Riverside)

You are a thin lady with dark hair.
I’m a thin guy in a truck.
You were walking towards the river.
You seemed nice, wondering if an attraction, or were you just polite?
Either way, glad our paths crossed.

Drive thru at McDonalds (Stafford)

R – you work the drive thru at the Stafford McDonald’s and oh my you are the most beautiful woman I have ever seen! You are younger but I would love to get to know you better!! You drive me crazy every time I see you!! You know I always get the same thing…. ❤️🌹

Watermelon (Hopewell)

We were throwing away trash at the same time, you a watermelon and something else. I nodded but not sure you saw. I think

It’d be fun to hang out if you’re interested.

Welcome to another week of Missed Connections, where everyone is just trying not to get washed away by the rain. And also not to die of boredom from the quarantine, or die of COVID from going out! There are a lot of issues to contend with right now. Maybe that means that admitting a momentary crush for the whole world to see on Craigslist isn’t so scary anymore.

This week, it seems that a lot of us are getting bold, from swimming pool freeloaders and bra size pollsters to Instagram models taking the OnlyFans plunge to high school teachers who wanna hear about students that have crushes on them. Unlike Bold Chex Mix, I’m not sure that any of these choices are advisable, but they sure are entertaining to read about, and isn’t that why we’re all here?

But of course, if we come for the spicy hot messes, we stay for the adorable moments of sincere cuteness, and this week, we’ve got plenty of that too. I personally am a sucker for tales of punk rockers checking each other out during thrift store deep dives and music nerds expressing fond memories of ex-lovers’ Spotify playlists. But if you’re the sort of person who shows up every week waiting for some choice Craigslist poetry, you’re in luck, because we have the motherlode for you this time.

Get poetic, Virginia.

Family Thrift Store (Midlothian Turnpike)

Around 12:30 this afternoon. You: camo shorts, Blink 182 t shirt. Me: black cutoff jeans, black Southside Stranglers t shirt, black hat with buttons on it. Our paths crossed a couple of times in the store, wish I had said hi to you. Well, I’d still like to say hi to you- hit me up if you see this and want to hear from me!

Did you ever have a crush on your teacher?

When you were in school, did you ever have a crush on one of your teachers? I used to be a high school teacher, and while I never once crossed the line, I often wondered if any of my students had crushes. If you did, I’d love to chat about it.

Deep run park 8-9-2020 (Henrico, deep run park)

I walked by you, and you seemed semi intrested. However it didn’t seem right to hit on someone alone in the “woods”. I was rocking the dunder mifflin t shirt.

Do you like records and butts? (Richmond)

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Your lost connection

I am your lost connection. Tired of the back n forth girl , you searched I showed up and you let it go………….

Love at first sight (Richmond)

Does anyone know a beautiful tattooed caucasion female was in the ups store August 11 th very beautiful I may add again. I couldn’t keep my eyes off of her if so can she please reach out to me Email attached.

baker boy (richmond)

wondering if you can ever see what i am actively listening to on spotify. i see you on there (i hope it’s you), and can only assume you still read these like the morning paper. missing your music recommendations and thinking about you apologizing to me when i bumped your hat off with a kiss in my car. i am so incapable of opening myself up and being available to people these days, i only hope you can understand my hesitation. just know you frequent my thoughts. wishing your sourdough baby good health and that these gloomy days can still provide some good lighting for your photographs. you know how to reach me qt

I hear you

I see myself in you

and knowledge in your eyes i want to heal it
the wall you assemble i want to scale it
the drop of your heart makes me want to bridge the cut
cover you with every open part of myself

Superego

I can’t stop thinking about you.

I hear you say it’s d3&th instinct.
I know they say repetition compulsion.
I know it’s more than you think. I’ve been here too many times.

I know you won’t.
I want you to.

Samantha S. (Chester/,Varina)

Hey beautiful if you happen to see this then please message me back. I really need to express to you how infatuated I am with you. I would love to show you how a queen such as yourself deserves to be treated because you definitely do not receive that in the relationship you have been in for all these years.

Sam (Chester/,Varina)

I am looking for the beautiful Samantha. I have to yell you how I feel. I can’t hold it in any longer. If you are out there please get in touch though email. Thanks

Re: Sam

Ok, I’ll bite. The timing of this post is too close. I hate wasting time so I’m not going to spend much time writing anything considering every time in the past has been a waste. If you are truly still looking for me, S, good news is I still feel the same way I always have. I still haven’t met anyone with a personality that hit me like yours did. Every date we went on (sorry at the time that was a debate) I kept telling myself that if it’s too good to be true it probably is. I created a self fulfilling prophecy. I made it too good to be true. We wanted each other more than anything and I ruined it. The self sabotage to top it off was icing on the cake of pushing you away. I take full responsibility for everything. Sometimes I feel that you feel the same way I do. The feeling I had from the moment I got to know you. I could love this person forever and never get the slightest bit fatigued. A feeling I’ve never felt since. Unfortunately I deleted the little love rant I had about you that I never built up the courage to tell you on any of our dates. This is already longer than I planned. Take care of yourself if you see this. Would love it if you reached out in some way.

We played cards at the brewery (Williamsburg)

I really liked the thrill of meeting someone new. The game of cards, the weather, the atmosphere were perfect and you fit right in.

My only regret is that I did not get your email or phone number. Male, 59 and fit – you were female fit and about the same.

Lets go out for dinner and a drink.

Optician Named S. (Semmes Avenue)

I was a fool to walk away after you kissed me. I’ll be back every evening until you return. If it takes forever, I will wait for you. J

Do you have a swimming pool ? (Richmond Va area)

Hello. , if you have a swimming pool can I please join you on Saturday 15th in the morning ? It has been a few years since I have been swimming. You have no idea how much I would enjoy this . I am over 60 male and know how to keep a secret. Please put something about Richmond in the email so I know it is not spam. Thanks

For all women (Richmond)

Curious, what might be your average to large bra size?

Do you get compliments?

Do you want to upsize or downsize?

Do tell. Put bra size to avoid spam.

Where were you

I waited here for you. Why would you just leave me hanging. I try to help someone when they are having a Hard time and this is the thanks I get.

Panera Bread Midlothian getting coffee (Midlothian Turnpike)

We were preparing our coffees bruh…exchanging about how tired we both were and hoping this coffee woke us up. I mentioned I had been up all night and was coming from Maryland. You told me (twice) how you hoped the day got better and that you hoped that coffee did what it was supposed to do…I thought it may have been an attempt to vibe but I was so out of it man! So if it was and you see this joint HIT ME lol. I am open! #fluid

we both looked back on Water Street Saturday (City Walk / Water St area)

We were walking opposite directions and opposite sides of Water street, near City Walk/the old coal tower, Saturday…maybe 12:30 or 1pm? I’m a tall guy, I had a UVA ball cap on, a blue tshirt and jeans. You’re a girl with maybe sandy blonde hair and a really nice smile who was walking toward the direction of Beer Run. We smiled at each other pretty warmly and walked on by. And then, at the exact same moment we both REALLY craned our heads around and checked each other out again. I love moments like that. Drop me a line. Did you think of that moment again later, or was I the only one?

We’re getting downright produce-minded in the Missed Connections, and who can blame us? After sitting inside all spring, we probably could all do with increasing our fruit intake, especially if it offers us an opportunity to chat up a hottie we can’t take our eyes off of.

This week, we also learn that country guys rate each other by the hats they wear, that meetings in an alleyway CAN be sexy, and that the list of lewd metaphors Missed Connections’ recent influx of Casual-Encounters-by-another-name posters can come up with for sexual solicitations truly has no end.

But look: I don’t really care how bored you are. COVID-19 is more widespread than ever, and hooking up with strangers is just not advised right now. No matter how good they are at crafting a Craigslist post.

On a lighter note, shout out to everyone hanging out on the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive in these trying times.

Get some space, Virginia.

Jackfruit (Glen Allen)

So truth be told, I didn’t know anything about a Jackfruit, but saw it as an opportunity to strike up a conversation. You are incredibly beautiful, rocking body, and what seemed to be a carefree spirit. Wish I had asked for your number….

Done with social distancing

I’ve been working from home for 4+ months, and it’s getting boring. 36 WM looking for a F to come break social distancing guidelines with me

Need meat for my veggies (Goochland)

Guy here looking for steak to go with my sides. Let me know

Hot country guy on his way out (Glen Allen)

Hey man, if you by chance see this I would like a chance to meet up. You checked me out and we both double backed to check the other out as you were leaving my job. Just so I know it’s you tell me what kinda hat I was wearing .

Sidewalk Pastry (Old Southwest)

We chatted about pastry as we crossed paths this morning.

You’ve got a great out-going personality – highly attractive quality that’s super rare nowadays. It definitely got my attention.

Wish I got your name as we carried on our own ways.

If you’re interested in hanging out sometime, maybe it could be something more?

Let me know which pastry you specifically mentioned and let’s see where we can go from there.

Hatcher White Dodge (Richmond)

White dodge. You are the most absolutely amazing most beautiful women I have ever seen. Your smile. Everything about you makes me so warm in my heart. Wish you give me a chance.

Neighbor (Norfolk)

You’re a neighbor of mine, we see each other on the beach or in the alley. It would be fun to know if you see this, and are interested in chatting more since you’re usually with friends. You love my puppy.

I Just let me love you (You)

I wish you would let me love you already. We can create a beautiful life you say you long for.

Vanlife UVA nurse with dog (Charlottesville)

We met at blue ridge parkway friday night, I believe it was by the stone fences lookout. I was wearing a grey sweater and was with my dog, while you were chilling by your van with yours. I asked you a few questions about living in your van and you asked me about my dog. It seemed like you wanted to continue talking but I was in a hurry to get home. As soon as I left I regretted it and wished I had stayed for a while.

If you see this, include something about the dog I was with to verify.

Lonely farmer (Hertford)

Just sitting round the shop working on the combine

Sam (Chester/,Varina)

I am looking for the beautiful Samantha. I have to yell you how I feel. I can’t hold it in any longer. If you are out there please get in touch though email. Thanks 

To the older woman I passed in the target parking lot (Newport News)

You smiled at me on the way in and I should have said hello- I wish I didn’t miss the opportunity. I’m 26 long brown salt and pepper hair, and would have loved to take you out(is that even possible right now?). Also if you see this and want to chat I’m open 🙂

Welcome to another week of Missed Connections, where in addition to everything else we’re trying to avoid this summer (pandemic, police violence, etc), we’re also trying to duck a destructive hurricane. Is thinking happy thoughts of summertime crushes enough to avoid 50 mph winds knocking down everyone’s power lines? If so, your weekly dose of Missed Connections is here to help!

This week, even if the hurricane doesn’t blow your house down, you still have to worry about the Big Bad Wolf, who seems more than prepared to break your heart in the process. Uh oh. We’ve also got a festival of color for the summer, whether it be dresses that grab the eye or surprising hair colors. Plus of course, some pool action, in case we haven’t gotten the message that it’s summertime just yet.

Of course, if personal interaction still weirds you out in this time of pandemic, you could always try heading out to the country; it feels like the majority of our Missed Connections this week come from rugged farmer types and pioneer ladies looking to can tomatoes, and that’s always awesome.

Get out of the city, Virginia.

Broken (Chester field)

You are my big bad wolf and I was the little pig

the moon (richmond)

didn’t even see the sky
you were made of the stars anyway
i don’t care if I burn my eyes out
i’d do it every day just to catch a glimpse.
of you

Yellow dress – the highlight of my lunch break (Downtown)

I look forward to seeing you every day when I head down to get fresh air and coffee at lunchtime. Today you were especially beautiful. Can I join you sometime?

Elizabeth! (Chester)

LOVE the retro hair and blue dress. You’re frickin’ aDORABLE today!!!

handsome cyclist w/ tattoos (northside)

saw you biking today while driving through northside. you were wearing a red and black uniform. my friend and I drove past you in a gray hatchback and though you were really cute. email me 🙂

Purple hair at Galaxy diner (Richmond)

Was it you that tried to come in the restroom with me? Maybe I should’ve let you… We eye fucked the shit out of each other, as much as I was comfortable with. Would love to get your number and chat.

Pool fun (Waynesboro)

Looking for someone to come use my pool.

No fun using it all by myself.

Cedar Lane-you in white cowboy hat cutting grass (Cedar lane in Hanover not far from Winns Church Rd)

You are a white guy, appear to be in 40’s, you were cutting fields on Saturday wearing a white cowboy hat. You had a rugged cowboy/Costner look about yourself. I rode by like three times. I was in the jacked up white diesel truck and was carrying my 4-wheelers. I also noticed a government style car in your driveway. I was completely at awe and I typically don’t get like this. Im bi but more straight but I couldn’t help but drive by a few times. I’m a white guy, 32, super fit, work in construction and on a farm part time in the area. I’m 6’1 180 and am muscular/tone, in case this post interests you. I’m a typical T shirt, blue jeans, ball cap kinda guy. I also play baseball locally. Anyway, had to get this off my chest and hope you see this. This would be doubly awesome if you also drove that government car I’m referring to.

Kayaker (Norfolk)

We met on the beach one evening after I photographed you paddling in. Your bad day got better then we lost touch. It would be fun to reconnect here. 

Tractor Supply looking for Mason Jars (Town of Louisa)

You were looking for Canning jars, I showed you were they were and they were out but we shared a glance and now I can’t get you off my mind. you were with your daughter or I would have stopped you in the parking lot. I know that it a long shot but I had to try, I will give you a case of jars if you will reply to this message. You purchased 3 items, tell me what they were and I will know its you.

Farmer? (Goochland)

At BP in Goochland you were pumping gas into your equipment on trailer. Guy here who found you very intriguing. Reply let’s meet up. I can assist in servicing your equipment.

We met at tropical smoothie

We met at tropical smoothie in mechanicsville. You had red hair at the time. We got together a few times, you had a thing for guys in uniform.. I doubt you would see this but I would love to get together..

beautiful woman in colonial Hts Walmart (colonial heights)

Big Longshot here… You were in Walmart on Monday 7/27 between 5pm and 6 in the vitamin section.. I’m punching myself in the head for not even saying more. You did laugh when I first arrived. What did I say?

really over today (Newport news)

Anyone near newport news who can give a girl a smoke before I flip out on my car in the parking lot? Fml happy Friday really done with today

Guy running on mill mountain saturday morning (Roanoke)

You were getting in your subaru parked on the road going up mill mountain saturday morning. Looked like you just finished running. Would be nice to talk to you. You were very good looking with blond hair.

Shell store BM/WF (Williamsburg)

You and I were the only two in the store…….then the Clerk suddenly appeared out of the back.
I’m tall and dark. You’re short and gorgeous! I wish I would’ve asked for your name and number.

Shell gas station Richmond Rd. Williamsburg