Project: Find a Friend (Classifieds / Meetup Thread)

I posted an ad about three days ago, but I’d love to tweak it a little bit. If you need to delete the old one to make room for this version, please go ahead and leave this one up.
Just to be upfront, I’ve been dealing with a medical diagnosis for nine years now; if that’s a dealbreaker for you, there isn't much I can do or want to change about it.
I’m looking to meet someone—or perhaps a small group of people—to share my time with. But honestly, I’m not just looking for a way to pass the hours; I’m searching for genuine, lasting friendship.
Since summer is finally here, I was thinking of a few simple ideas: hitting the beach, grabbing a coffee, or catching a movie. We could do just one of those, or maybe all three. We could even take a quick day trip down to the coast, or if we want to keep things low-key, just hang out at one of the local community pools. A coffee anywhere in Washington, D.C., or a trip to one of the many AMC Theatres nearby would be great. Thank God for those options. I can certainly do all these things on my own, just like anyone else, but everything feels so much more meaningful when you have company.
I really hope to find someone—maybe even a few people—who is feeling a bit lonely too and is looking for connection. I truly believe that friendship enriches everyone involved.

Here’s a slightly different kind of ad. Looking for someone to just type away with me...
anything goes, no limits on what we talk about.
Just looking to kill some boredom. Doesn't matter if you're hot, average
, busy, married, divorced, have one kid or ten... happy, miserable...
I don't need to know who you are... or see a photo... we probably won't even
meet in person... no pressure to reveal anything, let's just chat.
I'm a guy in my early 30s, so I'd prefer someone roughly
around that age. Since I'm just looking to unwind and enjoy the conversation, please
don't reach out if you're going to be a stickler for grammar and spelling.

Washington, D.C., ..Man, 39 years old—life just kind of pushed everyone in different directions. After everything went down back then, people scattered... had to find new crews, grab jobs out of state, or just start families.
All that stuff probably leaves some kind of emotional or mental scar on you, I guess. You gotta figure out how to deal with it and move forward, whether you're flying solo or with someone... depression, isolation, just feeling lost in the shuffle.

I'm here because I want to actually get to know a good, interesting friend—under 40, though maybe younger if they don't mind a bit of an age gap and a different way of looking at things... someone I could be in constant contact with, hang out with, hit some trails, go hiking, or just get the hell out of the city and into nature.
Ideally, the person gets it—because let's be real, anyone else out there has their own baggage too, and we all need support. It needs to be a two-way street where we actually back each other up... someone chill, but who can also open up about their own life and how they see the world.

I'm looking for zero drama, no misunderstandings, and no weirdly vague situations. Someone who’s a good listener and ready to actually understand the person they're hanging with. I'm not really into outbursts or anything; I'm pretty understanding, and I think everything can be worked out if both people are actually down for it.
We all need smart, cool people around us—especially if fate or just plain luck didn't put them in our family circle. Instead, we turn to strangers and people we don't know to build a foundation for what's next. It ain't easy, but honestly, nobody shows up here just out of curiosity... it's because we need to try and find someone to build a little world with.

I’m looking to meet a woman from San Francisco for some friendly hangouts. I'm 36, standing about 5'11"... 🍿

I’m looking for a female friend to hang out with in person; I'm based out of San Diego.
I'm strictly looking for women, and I want to meet up in the real world, not just online. My interests are pretty varied—I spend a lot of time reading, playing video games, eating my weight in pastries, and grabbing coffee. I also have a soft spot for painting and writing, though I should mention upfront that I'm an atheist.

Anyone looking to kill some time by typing away online?
I’m not really interested in listing out my age or anything like that; I suppose we can just see how things go as we move forward.

And honestly, don't expect anyone particularly interesting here—I'd hate to disappoint you right out of the gate.😛

I’m looking for a female friend—and I mean a real friend, in the truest sense of the word. I’m not talking about just endless texting or digital small talk; I want someone to actually hang out with in person. Grab a coffee, catch a movie at AMC Theatres, go for walks, and just talk about everything under the sun. Someone to vent to, someone to ask for advice, and someone who can be a genuine support system when things get rough. To be clear, it doesn't matter what you do for a living or what you look like—I’m not viewing this through the lens of looking for a girlfriend right now, mostly because I recently walked away from a relationship and, honestly, I haven't even wrapped my head around why yet... it's a long story. That said, if we hit it off, I wouldn't rule out something more than friendship down the line—you never know, though I’ve rarely had much luck with posts like this, so... yeah. Basically, all I ask is that you're based in Washington, D.C., and roughly in my age range (I'm 34).

Shoot me a DM to start👍

Ad. Looking for something. Not sure yet.

I’m looking for a woman, 30+, for hanging out, flirting, or grabbing drinks—whenever my anxiety decides to let me out of the house. Just seeing where things go.

I am a woman. 37 years old.

It’d be pretty sweet if I could actually meet a woman this way—someone I could hang out with in the digital world, you know? Someone where the conversations actually mean something and aren't just mindless noise. Though, obviously, I wouldn't mind if things got a little 🙂.

I honestly have no clue how to track that down because I don't even know how to describe myself. I mean, I know I'm 30, and I know what I look like because I've seen my own face in the mirror... but people tell me things about my personality too, and who knows how much of that is actually true? Maybe I can say I'm a bit low-key, but I've always got my own little plans and daydreams spinning around in my head (every single day, in every possible way… 😵).

I like to think I'm a good communicator—you know, I listen, I talk, I actually engage—so here I am, hunting for someone to chat with (just to put that theory to the 🙂 test).

Reach out if you’re struggling with social anxiety—if you feel stuck or just unfulfilled and really need someone to talk to.

I've lost quite a bit of time to this myself. I’d love to connect with people in their late twenties or older. Gender doesn't matter to me.

I’m feeling pretty lonely... Honestly, age and looks don't even matter to me. I just really need someone to talk to.

Jeremy Flores9 said:I’m looking for my people—a crew, some friends... basically, just want to meet some new faces who actually vibe with my interests. To be clear, I am not looking for a relationship; this is strictly about finding good company. I’m hoping to find someone (maybe a little crazy) who wouldn't think twice about heading out for a midnight stroll. Someone (ideally creative) who can hold a conversation that doesn't feel scripted and actually enjoys both talking and listening. Or maybe someone (cheerful, or perhaps just in need of a bit of cheer) who knows how to have a blast without relying on alcohol—don't get me wrong, I don't mind if others drink, but I don't drink myself, and I'm tired of being judged as "conservative" or "boring" because of it. Trust me, that isn't me at all. 🙂 Above all else, please just be real with me. I value honesty above almost everything.

My interests include long walks, cycling, urban exploring, dissecting movies and series, hunting for new music, ice cream, nature, and animals. But honestly? Nothing beats a deep, meaningful conversation. Ideally paired with ice cream. On a park bench under a tree.

Age range: 21-29
Location: Washington, D.C.

I’m currently away from Washington, D.C. for work, so meeting up in person isn't an option until mid-October. That said, please reach out anyway so we can chat and get to know each other in the meantime. 🙂

Hey, I'm in the same boat. 😁 I'm 26, looking for friendship, and I'm a night owl—just a female one. 😁

silverheron91 said:I’m feeling pretty lonely... Honestly, age and looks don't even matter to me. I just really need someone to talk to.

Same here.

I’m a spiritual person, so I’d love to meet someone who shares that same outlook on life for a genuine friendship. 🙂 I’m 26, living in Washington, D.C.

Who's down for some drinks at the local pub? If you're between 25 and 43, hit me up!

Local guys playing songs for a couple bucks at the dive bars... man, you don't see any of that fake ego or acting there. Just pure music.

Looking for a woman to hang out with. I’ll be honest, I’m not really the type who lives for endless texting back and forth, but I guess I can deal with it if it leads somewhere. I’m in my late 20s. My goal is to build something real—a quality connection without all those arbitrary boundaries. Just one thing: please be under 30. I’m easy to talk to, I’ve got plenty to say, and unfortunately, I’m feeling pretty lonely lately. I’m looking to change that. Right now, I’m hanging out in Cleveland, but I’m only there for maybe 3 or 4 months a year; the rest of the time I’m based in Washington, D.C. So, whether you're in either of those cities or just somewhere else entirely, let me know. Ultimately, I want to get off the screen and actually grab a drink or something so we can talk face-to-face. I don't have a massive list of demands, though I definitely have my likes and dislikes when it comes to people.

Don't be intimidated—just shoot me a message and we'll see where things go. Worst case scenario? You lose a few minutes of typing.

Carl Rivera43 said:Local guys playing songs for a couple bucks at the dive bars... man, you don't see any of that fake ego or acting there. Just pure music.

I've already hit up a few of our l spots... anyone want to tag along?

I am currently seeking an individual for some casual, low-pressure typing sessions regarding absolutely any topic imaginable...

I’m definitely down for some occasional morning coffees too!