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Looking for intelligence, humor, compassion and creativity. magnolia, 63, g RELAXED, ADVENTUROUS MUSICIAN new ad in ew' s personals you could win movie passes FUNNY CRAZY FUNNY FROYO QUEEN URBANSPACEMAN:: Hey,I am a funny guy that likes everyone.Lets have fun. tomy- 2tone233, 47, g Wow. Those eyes. That hair. And the voice. I’ll definitely be getting frozen yogurt again soon, smashwee. -TH When: Friday, March 30, 2012. Where: Juicy Berry at Valley River Center. You: Woman. Me: Man. #902421 YOU’RE THE ONLY FAILURE TO OCCUPY IN MY HOME,REVOLTING YOU WERE/ARE A FAILURE, I DON’T GROW STONES, I THROW THEM, BUT YOU’RE SO FUCKING DENSE ; YOU ARE SPACED, MAN When: Sunday, January 1, 20 1 2 . Wh e re : OCCUPYING $PACE IN MY HOME. You: Man. Me: Woman. #902414 3 MONTH STAND? 1907 Garden Ave., Suite 205, Eugene place a Eugene Weekly’s Local Dating Site In Eugene for two months. Down for anything from coffee dates to all-night philosophical discus- sions; walks in town to conquer- ing mountains; thrift stores to dumpster-diving; Bon Iver to Skrillex. enkephalin, 20, g SEXY, SWEET, INTELLIGENT I like to give a girl her jollies. Smart and sensitive. Looking for temporary companionship such as kissing cuddling talking and whatever else that may lead to ;). VirdingVeurrJoffursonr, 21 COOL BLACK BOOMER Interesting man. Trim and fit. Described as attractive. enjoy walking,excercise, outdoor activ- ities. Can easily learn new tricks. Earthy/intellectual. Spiritual but not religious. Passionate, tropi- cal nature. Seeking independent woman.Inner/outer beauty. Peace. africa12949, 63 BROKEN, BEAT&SCARRED I’m looking for a pretty, respect- ful, warm-hearted girl looking to find a meaningful relationship. I’m done with games. Done with lies. Done with drama. Be real or dont bother. thestorm, 19, g THE GOOD LIFE seeking strong, passionate com- panion. herbsfriendly, 54, g Fulltime student, UofO, 29. Wants someone who wants to make a connection with a nice woman, slowly. I do LOVE sex though so maybe just don’t rush the inti- macy. Lol! pokerchick29, 29 SUNNY CAMPUS ACTIVIST 541-484-0519 MUSIC AND BEACH I am looking for an inshape woman that likes art and music of all types, new things and visit- ing family and friends. Active outdoor things such as kayaking, hiking, etc.. bluemalt, 58 Free Will Astrology a rancid, bat-infested cave at the base of the smoldering Sangay Volcano, I was raised by the half-bear demon princess Arcastia. At the age of 4 my training as a ninja shaman began when I was left naked and alone next to a stream of burning lava with only two safety pins, a package of dental fl oss, and a plastic bag full of Cheerios. My mission: to fi nd my way to my spiritual home.” Now, Aries, I’d like you to com- pose your own version of this declaration: a playful, over-the-top myth about your origins that gives you a greater appreciation for the heroic journey you’ve been on all these years. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Our ancestors owned slaves and denied education to girls. What were they thinking? Time magazine asked renowned historian David McCullough if there was anything we do today that our descendants will regard as equally insane and inexcusable. His reply: “How we could have spent so much time watch- ing TV.” I’ll ask you, Taurus, to apply this same exercise on a personal level. Think of some things you did when you were younger that now seem incomprehensible or ignorant. Then explore the possibility that you will look back with incredulity at some weird habit or tweaked form of self-indulgence you’re pursuing today. (P.S. It’s an excellent time to phase out that habit or self-indulgence.) GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “I can’t tell if I’m dealing well with life these days or if I just don’t give a shit any more.” I stumbled upon that comment at someecards.com, and I decided to pass it along for your consideration. You may be pondering the same riddle: feeling suspicious about why you seem more relaxed and tolerant than usual in the face of plain old everyday chaos. I’m here to tell you my opinion, which is that your recent equanimity is not rooted in jaded numbness. Rather, it’s the result of some hard work you did on yourself during the last six months. Congrats and enjoy! CANCER (June 21-July 22): What excites you, Cancerian? What mobilizes your self-discipline and inspires you to see the big picture? I encourage you to identify those sources of high-octane fuel, and then take extraordinary measures to make them a strong presence in your life. There has rarely been a better time than now for you to do this. It could create effects that will last for years. (P.S. Here’s a further nudge from Ralph Waldo Emerson: “Every great and commanding movement in the annals of the world is the triumph of enthusiasm. Nothing great was ever achieved without it.”) (July 23-Aug. 22): While browsing in a bookstore, I came across a book and deck of cards that were collectively called Tarot Secrets. The subtitle of the kit was “A Fast and Easy Way to Learn a Powerful 34 APRIL 5, 2012 EUGENE WEEKLY LOST WOODEN DAGGER You spent four dollars. Your son left his wooden dagger. It looks hand-made, thought it might be special. When: Sunday, March 18, 2012. Where: Coburg Rd.. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #902417 “Do you care about rising tuition?” I told you I’m not a stu- dent here (which is *mostly* true). You liked my shirt. I liked you! Walk through campus sometime? When: Monday, April 2, 2012. Where: 13th and University. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #902422 I gave my birthday to the LFCPP. And wishes really aren’t my thing. Thank you for always believing in me. Even when I don’t believe in myself. Love you so... When: Tuesday, March 20, 2012. Where: Where and when I can.... You: Woman. Me: Man. #902416 LOWELL OVER-LOOK Rough patches in the lake... Skonky licks at the shore to calm the waves When: Wednesday, March 14, 2012. Where: my room. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #902411 TUESDAY @ TOSHI’S You:Got food to go.Camo jacket w/ beanie.Told me to have a good day after catching me looking @ you Me: Brunette,green hoodie,jeans & black boots. Too shy to say Hello. When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012. Where: Toshi’s Ramen. You: Man. Me: Woman. #902410 YOU ARE HANDSOME Loving Lovable LOVED. Hopu dont choose to numbly punish yourself forever in pain. You’ve such a beautiful being to share with yourself/ the world. Thank You for sexual healing journey. When: Sunday, December 18, 2011. Where: In My Heart/ Soul.. You: Man. Me: Woman. #902409 ALLANN BROS 5TH You: always with a friend, some- times in uniform, sometimes not. Down near door. Me: working on my Mac,upstairs in the corner. Share some caffeine? When: Monday, February 13, 2012. Where: Allann Bros. You: Man. Me: Woman. #902408 12TH & ALDER You were crossing 12th towards 11th and I yelled at you. You turned around but I was already g o n e. .yo u ( b r u n e t te,w h i te shirt,regular pants and boots) You were beautiful! When: Tuesday, March 13, 2012. Where: Campus 12th and Alder. You: Woman. Me: Man. #902407 BY ROB BREZSNY ARIES (March 21-April 19): Please study this testimony: “Born in LEO LIBATION FOUNDATION You: Adorable woman in teal polo shirt, with hair in bun/pony tail. YOu appeared to be with some- one. If not, contact me. I think you’re gorgeous! When: Saturday, March 24, 2012. Where: Oak Street Speakeasy. You: Woman. Me: Woman. #902418 BIRTHDAY GIFT? to the bijou art cinemas WINK-KINK.COM LAUNDRYMAT RIPOFF don’t use the Coin-O-Matic laun- dromat on 11th @ Almaden. most machines are broken, they steal your money, no attendant or contact info for refunds. change machine always empty. useless! When: Friday, March 30, 2012. Where: coin-o- matic laundrymat. You: Man. Me: Man. #902419 Ancient Art.” I snorted derisively to read that claim, since I myself have studied Tarot intensively for years and am nowhere near mas- tery. Later, though, when I was back home meditating on your horo- scope, I softened my attitude a bit. The astrological omens do indeed suggest that in the upcoming weeks and months, you just might be able to learn a rather substantial skill in a relatively short time. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Writing in The New Yorker, Joanna Ravenna paraphrased German philosopher Nietzsche: “The best way to enrage people is to force them to change their mind about you.” I’d like to see you mutate this theory in the coming weeks, Virgo. If possible, see if you can amuse and entertain people, not enrage them, by compelling them to change their minds about you. I realize that’s a tricky proposition, but given the current astrological omens, I have faith that you can pull it off. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In 1892, when Wrigley was just starting out as a company, its main product was baking powder. Free chewing gum was included in each package as a promotional gimmick. But soon the freebie became so popular that Wrigley rearranged its entire business. Now it’s a multi-billion-dollar company that sells gum in 140 different countries — and no baking powder. Maybe there’s something like that on the verge of happening in your own life, Libra: What seemed like the main event could turn out to be secondary, or what seemed incidental might become a centerpiece. Is there something you are overvaluing at the cost of something you are undervaluing? SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Pe ople in intimate relationships are hypersensitive to negative comments from their partners. Psycholo- gists say it takes fi ve compliments to outweigh the effects of a single dash of derogatory criticism. I’m sure the ratio is similar even for relationships that aren’t as close as lovers and spouses. With this in mind, I urge you to be extra careful not to dispense barbs. They would be especially damaging during this phase of your astrological cycle -- both to you and to those at whom you direct them. Instead, Scorpio, why not dole out an abundance of compliments? They will build up a reservoir of goodwill you’ll be able to draw on for a long time. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Researchers report that the typical man falls in love 5.4 times over the course of his life, while the average woman basks in the glow of this great mystery on 4.6 occasions. I suspect you may be close to having a .4 or .6 type of experience, Sagittarius: sort of like infatuation, but without the crazed mania. That could actually be a good thing. The challenging spiritual project that relationship offers may be most viable when the two people involved are not electrifyingly interwoven with every last one of their karmic threads. Maybe we have more slack in our quest for intimacy if we love but are not obsessed. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “I couldn’t wait for success,” said rich and famous comedian Jonathan Winters, “so I went ahead with- out it.” I love that approach, and I suggest you try it out. Is there any area of your life that is held captive by an image of perfection? Con- sider the possibility that shiny concepts of victory and progress might be distracting you from doing the work that will bring you meaning and fulfi llment. If you’re too busy dreaming of someday attaining the ideal mate, weight, job, pleasure, and community, you may miss out on the imperfect but amazing opportunities that are available right now. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): On Reddit.com, Kaushalp88 asked the question, “What is the most badass thing that you have ever done, but that other people weren’t impressed by?” Here’s his own story: “I was at an ice cream shop. At the exit, there was a small raised step I didn’t see. I tripped over it with my ice cream cone in my right hand. The ice cream ball sprung out of the cone. I instinctively lurched my left hand forward and grabbed it, but at the same time I was already falling toward the pavement. I tucked my head into my chest and made a perfect somersault, rising to my feet and plopping the ice cream back in the cone.” I suspect you will soon have comparable experiences, Aquarius — unusual triumphs and unexpected accom- plishments. But you may have to be content with provoking awe in no one else beside yourself. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “Worry often gives a small thing a big shadow.” So says a Swedish proverb. Can we talk about this, please, Pisces? Of course there are real hazards and diffi culties in life, and they deserve your ingenious problem-solving. But why devote any of your precious energy to becoming embroiled in merely hyped-up hazards and hypothetical diffi culties? Based on my analysis of the astrological omens, now is a propitious time to cut shadows down to their proper size. It’s also a perfect moment to liberate yourself from needless anxiety. I think you’ll be amazed at how much more accurate your perceptions will be as a result. 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