Monday, January 11, 2010

Bike path panhandler

Amidst the crunch of snow,
Jez (or Bob, it's a little confusing)
says
"We have known each other for a
long time.
Its my birthday this weekend"
I interrupt with a Happy Birthday
wish, trying to derail the
coming train.
He continues "And I would like to
get a cup of coffee...."
The well worn transaction
(although the birthday info
is new) nearly complete.
"I am not going to give you any money."
I say. He looks to my face,
pauses,
and turns and walks away.

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