Former Souplantation Manager’s Creepy Craigslist Ad For A Coachella Date Gets Deleted
With the recent news of Souplantation’s parent company, Sweet Tomatoes, filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, and rumors that some locations could close, it’s safe to say some employees are looking for a way out. Well, one such former employee has made it clear that he’s clearly over his managerial role at the all-you-can-eat chain and is set on, “JUST FUN,” from now on.
Gordon, as he calls himself in a recently posted Craigslist ad — which has now been flagged for removal — is looking to attend Coachella with a, “travel companion.”
In his ad, the newly divorced 56-year-old former Supervising Manager at Souplantation from West Covina explained that after 11 years of marriage, he recently quit his job, cashed out his 401K, and wants to party — beginning with a fun-filled VIP experience during Weekend 2 of Coachella 2017.
Here’s an image of the now deleted ad.
Gordie’s Craigslist ad seemed innocent enough at first, but quickly transitioned into a creepy, slightly questionable solicitation for a 19 to 25-year-old female with a, “(#3) … fashionable sense of style in the vein of typical coachella goer (i.e. cute indian headband, small ripped jean shorts, lots of colorful bracelets, etc),” who should be willing to follow a 20-point checklist of semi-repulsive requests during the the four-day weekend together.
While Gordon’s first few rules aren’t that disturbing, things quickly progress into the transgressive realm, starting with stipulation #5.
5. Must keep hands and feet moisturized at all times.
Um, sure?
As the list grows, Gordon’s requests started to shadow a deep sense of fetishism and obsessiveness, not to mention some were borderline demanding.
Rule #10 was especially critical: Being social is fine but no excessive fraternizing with other male festival-goers, and most definitely NO PUBLIC AFFECTION with other festival-goers (violation of this rule results in immediate removal of Tropic Motor Motel room privileges and maybe even return ride).
So, your guest isn’t supposed to interact with other people at a festival? Why not just watch it online?
Here comes the heavier stuff. Take a breath.
Rule #11 states, “Periodic moments of extended eye contact.”
Wut?
Rule #12 is pretty much where it all started going south.
12. Allow me to brush your hair once per day (not mandatory, but encouraged).
Huh? Why?
Gordon’s not done there. The list continues with awkward requests that seem to showcase a slightly voyeuristic personality, mixed with slight delusion.
For example, rule #15 stated, “Any personal grooming such as toenail clipping, eyebrow plucking or lipstick application must be done in my presence.”
It’s called personal grooming for a reason, Gordon! Can’t we just go watch Beyonce?!
There’s really no explanation for the rest of his requests, but hey, here we go.
#17. At least twice during the festival you must tell me in a playful manner that “I am naughty.”
Nope.
#18. At some point in time during the festival you must tell me that, “you didn’t know how this would go, but you’re actually having a really good time.”
Why would I lie?
Rule 19 is probably is by far the creepiest request:
19. At least once during our stay after your shower, you must use the steam to write a cute message on the bathroom mirror for me to find later when I shower.
Does, “HELP ME!!!!” count?
Lastly, Gordon’s just there to have a sweet-ass time and just wants you to have a blast, as long as you’re not in violation of the 8,500,000 set of rules he has established.
20. Must be ready to party and HAVE FUN.
It’s easy to see why this ad was removed, but still, it’s only fair that we hope Gordon meets the, “right one.” But, perhaps he should do so under some less invasive, and more moderately acceptable circumstances.
