Tuesday, March 18, 2008

I'm just not in the mood...

For a theme today, again...

First for today, Slim Jims of the rEVOLution...

Free Ron Paul Slim Jims
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-01-28, 5:04PM EST

I have a few slim jims left over here in florida and would like Georgia get them out . If you are interested please email me .

Thanks

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Oh man, KID ROCK? Have I stumbled across a DEAL or what?!

2 Free Kid Rock Tickets for tonight at the Cajundome!!
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-26, 6:29PM CST

I was headed to Lafayette to see this show myself...but am not able to make it on time. These are 2 tickets, probably not great seats but FREE. Section 320 row FF. All I ask is that you have fun and if ever in the San Antonio area...take me to a concert. These are the printable tickets...so call me at...

Uhhh...I love Kid Rock...have fun!!

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I keep finding these. Come on people, don't leave your free stuff next to stuff you don't want taken... common sense.

Please return my stuff
Reply to: see below
Date: 2008-02-19, 1:03PM CST

Someone came to my house to get the table and chairs I had posted on craigslist but they mistakenly took my patio chairs as well and my daughters yellow and black baseball hitting device. My address is .... Please return these items. You may just leave them on the front porch. Thanks

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I know that when I was a child, pretending to be a waitress was all I ever did.

Bunch of used waitress aprons - Free!! ***PENDING PICK UP***
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-12, 12:10AM EST

I have a whole bunch of used aprons from my waitressing and bar-tending days. They are all black. 2 of them have a white and red "Lone _____ Steakhouse & Saloon" logo on the lower corner of one of the pockets.(Not sure If I can mention the whole name due to trademark rights, But I am sure everyone knows what restaurant I am talking about.)

Included in one of the apron pockets is a "Credit Card" book. These are those black rectangular vinyl books that you get your bill in with a slot to slide in your credit card when it comes time to pay.

These would be good for anyone who has to provide their own aprons for work or a child who wants to play dress up as a waitress. There are quite a few of these aprons.

I will wash them again before sending them out to you, but keep in mind these are USED. I worked for way toooo many years as a waitress/bartender and they are ready to be retired from my waist and ready to be wrapped around someone else's.

Free to someone that can use them!!

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Back when Britney was normal...

free britney spears cut out
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-07, 10:07AM CST

FREE cut out of britney spears. life size. she is in kind of rough shape due to the fact that she has been tossed around a few times at parties. so i guess it kind of is like the real britney spears. not to damaged though. the cut out is an advertisement for PEPSi. back when she was normal.

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I want to believe.

Paranormal Research / Investigators
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-26, 6:18PM EST

Thanks for looking, my team and I do Paranormal Research and we are looking for people who believe there homes, buisness, school etc. are experiencing unexplained activity. If you feel you are experiencing anything unusual feel free to email us at ... and we can discuss the activity and if you'd be interested in setting up an interview then an investigation.

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Um... huh?

anyone have a video now,
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-25, 7:13AM EST

found a packaged mick mix NM14 animated movie, any one have a video now , they can have it, im in emerson, NJ

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Sometimes the suggestions of what to do with an item is better than the item itself...

free george bush talking figure
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-28, 5:15PM EST

i got it as a gag gift some years ago from an ex friend. it just takes up space now. says stupid things. burn him, eat him, love him, i dont care just pick it up tonight.
Thanks

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And last but not least, the middle schooler in me will never cease to find this hilarious...

close-up photo of URANUS
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-28, 9:23AM PST

This took some doing but years ago I managed to aquire a vivid color photo of URANUS. But I've recently I've redecorated our family room so this stunning work of art must go to a new home. First come, first serve.


Ciao!

Friday, March 14, 2008

I hate the word "Random"

No theme today. Just straight up craigslist...


Film got destroyed in the projector? Hard drive crashed and you lost all your edits? Terrible acting and lots of continuity issues? Don't fret, film students... Two films, already made for you to claim as your own!

16mm negative 2000ft - 2 films ready for you
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-27, 11:05AM PST

I've got about 2000 feet of 16mm negative. There are two complete shorts already on here; you don't have to shoot anything, just make the soundtrack. Perfect for film students that are on a tight budget.

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Hover cars! They exist!

Air Car
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-24, 10:01PM EST

Have you seen the ads in Boys Life and other magazines for how to make an air car that floats on a layer of air using a vacuum cleaner? I have one that was built years ago, needs a few minor pieces but did work. Made out of plywood so it is fairly heavy and is about 4 feet in diameter. Great for young kids, scouts, science projects, etc.. Email me for more info.

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The End is Nigh! Stock up on pickle tubs!

Pickle Tubs! Who doesn't want pickle tubs?!
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-26, 10:36PM EST

Start your own Stomp-style orchestra!
Prepare for the coming apocalypse with a year's supply of pickles!
Who cares, just take these two pickle tubs! There is only one lid, but unfortunately, you have to take both, because they are stuck together. I don't think it would be too difficult to split, but I can't be bothered. The lid is dirty, but it's clean inside.
Pickup only.

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I'm really not getting the towel analogy here...

Free Good Intentions
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-19, 4:03AM CST

Offering free good intentions; no guarantee they will produce results.
While it may be true that good intentions are a bit like going against the wind, they do -in fact - leave you feeling upbeat, and you don't really need a towel.

Free Good Intentions, here.
Hit me up, and I'll intend something good your way. No towel required.

Peace

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I'm curious about this butt kicking, does it come with the warranty?

Victory
Reply to: see below
Date: 2008-02-23, 5:47AM CST

The butt kicking Memphis is going to give Tennessee today is free to all worldwide...... Enjoy

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Red duck tape! Is there anything it can't do???

RIDE ON DUMP TRUCK-FREE
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-08, 10:02PM EST

THIS IS REALLY CUTE RIDE ON DUMP TRUCK, BUT THE RED DUMP PART IS CRACKED. IT CAN BE REMOVED OR TAPED W/ RED DUCK TAPE...I AM SURE. IN FACT, I HAVE RED DUCK TAPE & YOU CAN TAPE IT, IF YOU WANT TO. IF ANYONE WANTS THIS.... IT'S FREE!!!

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A real collector's item...

Original Atari 5200 Box
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-17, 10:16PM CST

that's it, just the box. My neighbor was throwing away and I thought some collector might want it. Box is in decent shape, even has original price tag on it.

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wooden rooster head
Reply to: see below
Date: 2008-02-21, 2:51PM MST

The head of a carved wooden rooster. Body is missing.

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And to finish it off for today, one beach sandal with a broken strap... I can't believe he's giving this away for free.

Beach or casual
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-22, 3:41PM GMT

Whilst doing a bit of early 'Spring cleaning', I came across an old somewhat worn, light brown beach sandal. It is one of a pair, and has a broken strap. I'm sure it can be mended. Sadly I cannot find the other one, so I am offering only the one for collection. It is for the left foot. I can offer it free to any interested family or person. May possibly interest someone that hops,.... Perhaps on and off public transport?,... Or to the shops.

Ciao!

Monday, March 10, 2008

Save the Drama for your Mama

Some of my favorite posts in the free listings are not about free things at all. You would think the premise of people giving away free stuff would lead to happy interactions, but some people are all about the drama. Some of these listings are one sided, the original post they are reacting to is gone, which makes them even more interesting. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the soap opera...

Calling a post a SCAM because the person does not respond is pretty common, and...pretty annoying... This is a block of posts related to a shed...


(ORIGINAL POST)
SMALL SHED IN GOOD CONDITION
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-02-28, 11:23AM EST


Moving and shed needs to go. It was built 1 1/2 years ago. Its 7ft x 7ft. Wood with Siding around and the roof has shingles.There are windows that are made with Plexiglas. it is very dry inside. I have never seen a leak. i have it on cement because my back yard get really soak when it rains. The floor is wood but carpet can be added.****please serious emails only *****THIS NEEDS TO GO TODAY


"FREE SHED POSTING"
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-02-28, 1:33PM EST


This person does not email back. SCAM? I have emailed several times, no response.


Re: Free Shed
Reply to: see below
Date: 2008-02-28, 1:57PM EST

Wow- relax, the person just posted in a couple of hours ago....perhaps they are not glued to their email and have things to do or maybe ... a job.

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There's a lot of anal people on craigslist who will flag the hell out of any post that is remotely humorous, or rip into the original poster like sharks. It's nice when folks defend these original posters' attempts at humor.

Re: free college student to good home
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-01-24, 6:28AM EST


To the person ripping on the original poster... oh my God! You are the one that needs to get a life! When I read the original post, it brought a smile to my face. I found the listing to be humorous and perfectly worded, and I managed to take it in the fun spirit in which it was intended. Thankfully, none of the (misguided) indignant outrage that seems to be rotting you from within seeped into me. How can you be so uptight and live in Boone?

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I don't even know what the original post for this was about, but this response is gold...

re: free can food/aldi
Reply to: see below
Date: 2008-02-28, 2:02PM EST


yea i go to the one in thomasville all the time and theres one in asheboro so i dont know were you live at but obviousely not around here or your just a person that likes to b*tch i mean you dont even know this person they could have 4 or 5 kids to feed yea there is a chance there some crack heads or whatever looking for a free ride but till you know that mind your own business there not bothering you in any way so get over it!!! and no i dont use food stamps i buy my own but i have a friend that gets then and theres have came in late before so it dose happen

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Free handjobs, er, laptops...

RE: Free laptop to needy person.
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-02-01, 2:36PM EST


A quick Google of the provided phone number shows that it actually belongs to Nicole's Escorts.

Either they're very friendly over there, or someone didn't get the handjob he expected and decided to flood their office with calls.

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Oh shit, they told you!

re:free wedding videography to build experience for videographer
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-02-23, 9:09AM PST


$10 an hour is not free, you should stick to flipping burgers

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Anyone remember Miss Cleo?

RE;; PSYCHIC READING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-01-31, 12:42PM MST


WOW WHAT A DING BAT
PSYCHIC YOU SHOULD HAVE SEEN THIS COMING!!!!
YOU DID NOT LEAVE A NUMBER OR E MAIL TO GET HOLD OF YOU!!!!
OH SINCE YOUR PSYCHIC WE JUST THINK OF YOU & YOU CALL US BACK?????????????

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Oof. Free breast exams FAIL.

RE free breast exams
Reply to: XXX@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-02-15, 8:40PM EST


I truly find your post offensive as there are thousands of women that cannot afford this type of exam. I am one of them...I am also dealing with the fact that my mother was diagnosed yesterday with an aggressive form of breast cancer. IF YOU REALY WANT TO "GIVE" SOME ONE A FREE EXAM visit www.thebreastcancersite.com/clickToGive/home.faces?siteId=2..and click on the pink box and you can really help somebody in need. Oh and by the way I know this was probably mean as a joke...but its not funny.




Ciao!

Wednesday, March 5, 2008

This deserves its own entry...

Damn yo, this is a wicked long and creepy post...

Giant Bug


Reply to: xxx
Date: 2008-03-05, 2:49PM PST




ORIGINAL POST:

Found this guy in the yard today. He's HUGE. I have no idea what he is, but he has big mean chompers in the front and a butt that looks like it could sting a horse. I just as well put him in my neighbors yard before my dog eats him, but then again he might just crawl back, so if anyone wants a giant pet bug, you can have him. I figure he might be a cool pet, or maybe someone needs a giant bug for their school science project. He might be some rare tropical creature that somehow made it here in a shipping container coming from Thailand, and he secretly holds the cure to cancer. He could be in everyone's yard too though, I don't know much about giant bugs. Either way, he'll be chilling in a plastic humus container until this evening. I'd love to find him a home far from here, but if nobody wants him by tonight, he's going in the neighbors yard.

FOLLOW UP:

After a few dozen responses, it looks like the overwhelming consensus says Mr. Bug is a Jerusalem Cricket, also known as the common Potato bug, Earth Baby, Nino de la Tierra (thats spanish for Nino of the Tierra), and my favorite, "Old bald-headed Man." Thank you all for educating me on my local bug trivia, I received some pretty entertaining responses. One guy wanted to come get him to replace his deceased scorpion, giving Mr. Bug a full terrarium all to himself, but then I was informed that he'd die if I didn't let him go bury himself in the dirt again. So unfortunately for scorpion guy, Mr. Bug went in the church garden across the street. Perhaps he will say a prayer for your fallen friend.

Of all the many responses, this one was by far the most entertaining (although I don't condone bug mutilation):

My suggestion to you: Destroy it.

I've found the best way is to flatten them, separate the bug into pieces, flatten each piece, then bury the pieces separately as far away from each other as possible.

Do not touch the bug, they bite.

Perhaps a little background as to why I hate these so vehemently; About twenty years ago, when I was a young boy of seven-going-on-eight, I had my first real experience with said bugs. My cousins and I had caught a couple of baby lizards on a hike in the local riverbed. These we placed in an empty pickle jar, dutifully poking holes in the lid to allow air to ventilate, and laying a thin layer of sand for the lizards to crawl on. On our way home, we caught one of these bugs, a rather large one, thought it cool, and placed it in the jar with the lizards. Being young and innocent, we left the jar on a table in my house, nearby where my uncle was napping, whilst we attended to other matters of interest.

My uncle recounted the aweful crunching that woke him, a sound he could identify but not locate.

Upon investigation, we noticed our jar of pets now only contained one very fat bug, and two severed lizard tails. There was no way the lizards could have escaped; as young boys, we were versed in the ways of effective lizard captivity.

As a means to justify our horror, and hopefully quell any nightmares that might arise, we decided to kill the offending insect. This proved much more difficult than one might have guessed; We first flattened it with a shovel, thinking that should have firmly executed the creature. When the shovel was raised, the bug was crawling away from the scene, still very alive. My cousins and I panicked, gathered rocks, bricks, and any other heavy, handy object, and dealt the creature's sentence.

On another occasion, two or three years afterwards, I rolled over in my sleep one night only to find my pillow had acquired a hard, knobby feel. Still mostly asleep, I attempted to fluff my pillow back into its usual softness, only to find my pillow had grown feelers and attempted to escape me. Opening my eyes, one of the very same Potato Bugs stared me in the face not an inch away from my mouth. Needless to say, I screamed for my father, who rushed into the room, noted the bug, and rushed right back out. He returned with a hammer, which he first used ot fling the bug from my bed, then struck repeated, lethal, blows to the offender. The death of this bug required more than ten solid hits with a claw hammer.

Another occasion happened when I was quite older.

At twenty years old, I worked as a Technician in a call center which happened to have me on an early schedule, with an added half hour commute to work. One morning, crawling out of bed at four a.m. to prepare for my drive, I tried to pull on a pair of pants, and lo-and-behold, out with my foot appears the biggest yet of any of the bugs I'd encountered. Needless to say, this one also required extermination to appease the feeling of filth acquired from the invasion of my personal space. I first stomped the bug flat, then carried it outside, poured lighter fluid on it, and tossed it, along with a lit match, into my bar-b-que. I watched for several minutes, until I was sure the bug had blackened enough, and was no longer moving. That afternoon, returning from work, I noted that the bug was missing from my bar-b, and found tracks on the ground leading away from the grill.

I've had other, similarly horrid encounters with these insects, but I think my point is clear:

Destroy it!


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I don't think I'm going to sleep tonight...

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Animal Kingdom Part 1

There are massive amounts of animal-related listings in the free section. Puppies, kittens, fish, even some birds and reptiles are always "free to a good home", but there's still those few listings that just make you look at the screen like there's something wrong with your computer...


Anyone who's seen My Girl would probably stay away from this offer...

Bee hive
Reply to: see below
Date: 2008-02-26, 3:26PM PST


I have a swarm of bees that have taken up residence in my backyard.They have been there for the better part of a year and the hive has split twice. They are not the killer bees and I hate to kill them since there is a shortage of honey bees. If someone is a bee keeper and wants them please come and get them. They are in a wooden frame under a plant.


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Jesus Christ...hello CAPS. Also, if this horse is so amazing, why aren't you selling her?

ARABIAN MARE KHEMOSABI DAUGHTER!!!!
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-01-16, 7:25PM MST


I NEED TO FIND A HOME FOR MY ARABIAN MARE. I HAVE HAD HER FOR 15 YEARS AND I NO LONGER HAVE TIME FOR HER. SHE IS A KHEMOSABI DAUGHTER AND HAS DONE IT ALL! MANY SHOW RECORDS, HALTER, WESTERN, DRESSAGE , ENGLISH. SHE WILL BE 27 YEARS OLD IN MAY AND HAS ALWAYS BEEN HEALTHY. SHE IS REGISTERED, FREEZE BRANDED AND A REGISTERED SHOW HORSE! I ONLY WANT THE BEST HOME POSSIBLE FOR HER. IF IT IS IN THE PRESCOTT, AREA, THAT IS EVEN BETTER. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE BE A GOOD HOME IF YOU ARE RESPONDING TO THIS AD. KHALIFORNIA HAS HAS ONE FOAL AND WOULD MAKE A WONDERFUL BROOD MARE. HER BLOODLINES ARE IMPECCABLE AND SHE LOOKS JUST LIKE KHEMOSABI! PLEASE CALL: XXXXX BOTH NUMBERS ARE LOCAL CELL #

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This will make some little girl very happy...

Ride My Horses For Free
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-27, 11:28AM PST


I live in Hidden Hills and have 10 horses.If someone is intersted in riding, maybe you use to have horse and miss them! Right now I'm just to busy with business to ride them all. Must be experienced with horses. Please call...

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Anyone want a MONKEY?

cute capuchin monkey for adoption
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-07, 8:20AM ChST


Current vaccinations, Veterinarian examination, Health certificate, Health guarantee,Linda is a darling little Black & White baby capuchin monkey. Both of his parents have great personalities and he is being well socialized. He comes with cage

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I've never seen the word "decided" butchered like this before.... also, I'd like to know the story of this post...

FREE BOXER....WE HAVE DESEDIED TO KEEP HIM
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-14, 7:12PM CST


THANKS TO ALL WHO CALLED AND EMAILED BUT WE HAVE DESIDED TO KEEP HIM HE IS A GREAT DOG SO THANKS TO U ALL

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Ted Nugent just had an orgasm...

FREE PREDATOR HUNTING
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-02, 12:29PM CST


I live way out in the country with no neighbors, and we raise free range chickens.
It seems coyotes have been helping themselves to chicken dinners!
I need someone to come snipe them for me.

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Does he remove roommates too?

Free Feral Hog Removal !!!!!
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-21, 7:30AM EST


Do you have any unwanted, wild and dangerous feral pigs plaguing you or someone you know. I am an avid hunter that has hunted feral pigs out of state and would love a chance to hunt a Michigan feral pig. I hit what I aim for. I have hunted whitetail mainly for over 20 years. Hunting is a passion of mine and I would love to help you out if needed. If you have a serious problem with feral pigs I can also enlist the help of a few good men that I trust to be accurate and trust worthy. (Gun or Bow unfortunately this would include the harm of some pigs) Sorry!

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This just sounds fun!

Free Moles
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-01-15, 5:19PM CST


Free moles! They are in my front yard. You have to catch them. Come and get them!

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The neighbor's name is Dale...

FREE ------- [[ MY NEIGHBOR'S GOAT ]]
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-04, 5:26PM CST


COME AND GET IT ----- I AM SICK OF CHASING THE THING OUT OF MY GARDEN AND SHEWING IT OUT OF MY GARAGE --- IT HAS EATEN ALL OF MY TIN CANS AND ALL OF MY DOG'S FOOD TOO !!!!! -------- I THINK IT'S NAME IS BILLY ------BUT I KNOW FOR SURE MY NEIGHBOR'S NAME IS DALE----AND MY NAME IS CHRIS ----- THIS WHOLE DEAL ---- GETS MY GOAT---- YA KNOW WHAT I'M TALKIN' ----- NOW I AM TIRED OF IT AND BILLY IS GONNA GET LOST.... A ONE WAY TICKET TO THE BIG PASTURE IN THE SKY !!!! SO IF YOU ARE AN ANIMAL LOVER AND WANNA SAVE BILLY ----YOU BETTER HURRY !!!! BRING YOUR OWN TRUCK TO HAUL HIM AWAY --- DALE TOOK HIS KEYS OUT OF HIS--- AND MINE IS OUT OF GAS ... COME WHEN THE WIND IS FROM THE SOUTH AND IT IS EASIER TO SNEEK UP ON BILLY !!!!1 GOOD LUCK

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Can we come and shoot things on your property? We promise not to leave a carcass behind...

Can We Test Your Land?
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-24, 9:36PM MST


We would like to find a place that allows us to hunt/shoot/or fish for FREE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. Two soldiers stationed at Ft. Sill in need of outdoor recreation. We are to poor to buy our own land thanx to uncle sam. Need someone charitable enough to let us use their's. We will clean up any mess we make and also clean up minor garbage along the way. This is a serious posting. We love the outdoors and will honor the owners terms and conditions. thank you for looking. God Bless!!!!

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PETA would be proud...

4 Free Roosters - 4H, Pets, NOT FOR EATING
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-22, 9:26AM PST


We have four roosters that need homes, they all get along just fine so take one, take them all - they are pretty, hand raised from a day old
Didnt know they were boys when we bought them -
They are the larger bantam breed -
We do not want them to go to a home where they are going to become food - we would love it if someone could take them off of the mountain, to the valley area out of th esnow, and they could run, eat bugs, follow you around or whatever
Only serious inquiries please
all emails will be answered

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I've always wanted a llama.

free llama s. salem you haul
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-26, 9:50PM PST


free llama to go to a good home. You haul, I'll help load. chocolate brown intact female, about 3years old. phone XXX thanks

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Were they Lisafrank stickers? I love those...

Seahorses are a fraud
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-01-19, 5:38PM EST


The seahorses are not real. They were stickers of a seahorse and a tank. Don't believe all ads posted.

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Wow, I would have never guessed that this would be a hoax...

Koala Bear
Reply to: XXX
Date: 2008-02-25, 8:54AM EST


We called on this ad, the guy who answered said that he had no idea what we were talking about and that somebody is pulling a prank. It isn't real.

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Oh there will be more...

Ciao!