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Felix On I-95
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Felix On I-95 |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Felix is out on I-95 thumbing a ride after a late night “engagement” up in the Northeast. A trucker picks him up around Bridge Street. The guy has a “Jesus Saves” sticker on his bumper. “What’s a young boy like you doing out thumbing rides this time of night.” “Can you let me off at exit 18?” “Exit 18--hell, that’s Girard Avenue. You don’t want to go down there at this hour.” “What’s your name anyway son?” “My name’s Felix mister, that’s Felix the adventure cat.” “A child like you could get hurt down Girard Avenue.” “That’s where I live mister. Don’t worry about me, I’ll do fine— or maybe you’d like to take me home mister.” “Nah, that’s all right. Here’s exit 18, good luck, and have a safe night.” Bobby |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Dear Bobby, Felix is growing I see. Thumbing a ride, well that's always a risk as I learned in my own youth. I love your poem-tale, there are many issues you touched. One thing I liked is that Felix feels safe in his own neighbourhood, even if to "outsiders" it might be dangerous. The man, despite an apparent strong faith, refuses to bring Felix home, fearing. Felix is the strong one here. Enjoyed. Love, margherita |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Margherita, Thanks for the kind words Hon. Yes, that's the way it is with thumbing rides. I was always a great one for thumbing rides, and was always lucky. Some neighborhoods are misunderstood by the general public. Where you are always seems safest. Of course, Felix is one tough kid anyway. Bobby |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
most interesting continuation of Felix's story! Applause! |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Really good poem ARCTIC WIND |
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ArtSolstice Member
since 2007-03-18
Posts 498 |
Oh, it's good to see Felix back here again. I always think of him whenever I'm around Girard. Now I'll be thinking of him when I'm on I-95 around Bridge Street, too. |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Secondhanddreampoet, Thanks for the kind words. You know how it is, Felix gets around. Glad you enjoyed the trip. Artic Wind, Hi new person. I’m pleased you enjoyed the poem-story. ArtSolstice, Felix has been on “vacation”, if you know what I mean. Felix says hello, he’ll see you on Girard Ave. Bobby |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Felix was fortunate that it was a guy with "Jesus Saves" on his bumper sticker instead of something like "Satan Rules".  When I was five years old, a car stopped in front of our home and a man beckoned me inside. I have always been an adventurous spirit and as I was deciding what to do, I was pulled away from the car by invisible hands! I think that the angels were protecting me ~ and they have been ever since! I enjoy reading about Felix and his escapades!  EA |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Earth Angel, You were lucky. Guardian Angels should really get around more than they do. Bobby |
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ArtSolstice Member
since 2007-03-18
Posts 498 |
" ArtSolstice, Felix has been on “vacation”, if you know what I mean. Felix says hello, he’ll see you on Girard Ave. Bobby " Oh, Bobby, you make me laugh! |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
I would not recommend anyone thumbing rides. That includes Felix. |
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