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Felix's First Arrest
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Felix's First Arrest |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Mr. Joe from Beth Eden Settlement House is walking in the subway complex under Philly City Hall. He’s looking to catch a train out to Beth Eden. He notices Felix sitting in the subway police substation. “Good morning officer, what has my young friend done?” “We caught him down here wandering around. I think he’s a rag picker or something. Do you know his address?” Felix, he doesn’t say a thing. He’s not talking to no damned cops, or anyone. He just sits there. Mr. Joe gives the police officer Felix’s address. They take him home. His old lady beats the living crap out of him. That night Mr. Joe has Felix in boxing class at Beth Eden. He asks him about being arrested in the subway station. “Aww gee Mr. Joe, that’s just the way it is you know. Sometimes your luck runs out.” During this very short exchange of words, Felix has slipped the wrist watch off Mr. Joe’s left arm. Felix just has the best hands that way. Because Felix likes Mr. Joe, he gives him back his wrist watch. He just had to prove to Mr. Joe that he could do something slick and worthwhile. Bobby |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
So sad, that such slick movements must accompany a crime, but sadder yet, that it would become a positive self-esteem event. |
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TomMark Member Elite
since 2007-07-27
Posts 2133LA,CA |
I think he’s a rag picker or something. Did everybody think like that? |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Thats why I got rid of my first Rolex...felt like people were looking at it and not me...got another one now...haven't worn it yet...James |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
For me, in a very many ways... this was perhaps the most interesting and effective 'write' of the Felix story so far! MUCH applause!! |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Midnitesun, No crime was committed by Felix in this story. He gave the watch back. Felix is a rather sad child. If you read the rest of the story, he turns out okay. That happens a lot. TomMark, Yes, that’s what the police officer said. I was there. BTW, rag pickers are all right with me. James, You have made a wise fashion choice, not wearing the Rolex. Secondhanddreampoet, I’m very happy this one worked so well for you. Bobby |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
smiles... mental note to self.. make sure I'm not wearing my cartier when I meet Felix!  just joking Bobby.. remember I have a soft spot for Felix love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Roniece, Thanks hon. for being such a sweet kid. Felix loves you right back. He's very affectionate. He learned all those thieving tricks from his Dad. Bobby |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
very Much Enjoyed ARCTIC WIND |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Artic Wind, Thanks for your kindness. I'm pleased you enjoyed it. Bobby |
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Huan Yi Member Ascendant
since 2004-10-12
Posts 6688Waukegan |
. Another good one Bob . . . You've got the makings of a nice little book here on this site. John . |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
poor Felix and his luck well I do hope Felix learned from his first arrest so he doesn't have a second one Lord knows I did |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Huan Yi, Thanks Haun, I'm pleased you like the Felix stories. Passing shadows, Felix did learn. Don't we all. Bobby |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Bobby, are you going to tell us about Felix's probation and community service? I know I am struggling with all that right now and I'd be interested to hear where Felix does his community service LOL I am doing mine at the homeless shelter and I might do a few hours with Habitat for Humanity where I can help build a house for someone. |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Passing shadows, It's great you're helping out at the homeless shelter. Felix never pulled community service. No one would have him. He was only a kid anyway. Bobby |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
I have known a few kids like Felix, I lived in some rough areas growing up. I had three brother's who got into a lot of trouble. Some learn and some don't. That's the way life is and I guess there's reasons for it all. Ida |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Ida, Yes, there is a reason for most everything. It's good you can relate. That makes me happy. Bobby |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
Felix is an engaging character with many adventures. He seems like a good kid faced with bad luck who will turn out okay in the end. |
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