Every second Friday T.C. banked his paycheck, withdrawing the barest minimum for smokes, pool and beer. Afterwards, he hoofed home for supper before meeting the guys at the pool hall.
The door slammed hard with a thump. “That you, T.C?” His father’s voice cracked.
“Yes, sir? Everything okay?”
His father jumped up and paced. “Sit.” Humph. “Old Murph’s ready to let go of the ‘71 Mustang.”
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T.C. stared, jaw flapping like plastic in the wind.
“Want to pay a visit after supper?”
The teenager nodded, luminous eyes enormous. “I’ve loved that car—geez—no kidding?”
“None.”
“What shape’s it in?”
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February 4, 2014 at 5:30 pm
Lucky T.C. But I hope it is in good shape, although if he gives up smokes and beer he will have enough money to fix it up….see how good you write! I really got into the story, excellent.
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February 4, 2014 at 11:18 pm
You make me laugh. Bless you, Rose and thank you. 🙂
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February 4, 2014 at 5:43 pm
I can feel the intense interest and excitement, fingers crossed it’ll work out. 😉
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February 4, 2014 at 11:18 pm
Thanks, Paulette. Even I was excited. Go figure. 😀
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February 4, 2014 at 6:24 pm
I HOPE HE GETS IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (But don’t dirty up that pretty car with cigarette smoke or drink before getting in it!!!)
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February 4, 2014 at 11:16 pm
I know. I bet old Murph kept it clean.
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February 5, 2014 at 6:49 pm
I bet so too!
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February 5, 2014 at 8:09 pm
😀
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February 4, 2014 at 6:29 pm
Sweet! I love this! (We used to have a burgundy ’65 Mustang)
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February 4, 2014 at 11:14 pm
I never had one but always knew it was a popular car.
Nice to see you Naomi, and thanks so much.
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February 4, 2014 at 6:39 pm
It’s going to be a fun visit to Old Murph’s.
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February 4, 2014 at 11:14 pm
I think so. For both of them. Guys! 🙂
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February 4, 2014 at 6:44 pm
I’ve always wanted an old/classic mustang. Unfortunately whenever it comes time to get a new car I have to be practical and buy something that will actually get me where I need to go. Nice begining.
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February 4, 2014 at 11:13 pm
That’s women: practical. Guys? I don’t know who’s more excited the Dad or T.C. 🙂
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February 4, 2014 at 9:17 pm
I love the line …..jaw flapping like plastic in the wind. What a picture that paints!
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February 4, 2014 at 11:09 pm
It seemed to fit. I’m glad it made the mark. Thanks, Sue. 😀
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February 4, 2014 at 9:57 pm
Boys and their toys indeed 🙂 x
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February 4, 2014 at 11:06 pm
😀
*grins and nods.*
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February 5, 2014 at 1:36 am
Ahh that’s exciting!
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February 5, 2014 at 2:22 pm
Funny how a particular car can excite people. 😛
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February 5, 2014 at 9:23 am
I’m female and I want that car.
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February 5, 2014 at 2:20 pm
I was never particular about cars but if I would be, this would be my ride. 🙂
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February 5, 2014 at 1:26 pm
I’ve not been a teenager in MANY years, but man!! if I have a chance to get me some of that Red Pony, I’d be the happiest woman on earth!!
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February 5, 2014 at 2:10 pm
This makes me smile. Who doesn’t love the Mustang, the car.
🙂 I’ve never been partial to an specific car but I wouldn’t mind one either.
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February 5, 2014 at 3:30 pm
‘Jaw flapping like plastic in the wind’. Oh Tess, why can’t I write like you????? Did he get the car, did he…?
BTW my ex has a mustang cobra…lucky him 😉
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February 5, 2014 at 5:11 pm
I chose the mustang because it has such a strong following. A young lad, as well as his father, would both get excited.
I think it’s a done deal. Murph sounds like a family friend.
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February 6, 2014 at 5:27 pm
Yep, I should say 🙂
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February 6, 2014 at 9:31 pm
😀 😀
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February 5, 2014 at 8:01 pm
How, Tess, can you stop writing after that start. I have so many questions. Good grief…
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February 5, 2014 at 8:06 pm
I like to keep them guessing 😉
Does that make me naughty or bad?
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February 6, 2014 at 4:24 am
Oh to young again. I remember my first car–not as cool as this one.
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February 6, 2014 at 8:08 am
😀 Neither was mine.
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February 7, 2014 at 5:22 am
Just perfect for Boys and their toys! I reckon he got the car, right?
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February 7, 2014 at 11:40 am
Must be a done deal if his father can’t hold down his own excitement.
Glad you are intrigued.
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February 7, 2014 at 9:22 am
Love it! But now I need you to gimme more!
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February 7, 2014 at 11:35 am
Thanks. Sweet of you to say this. You’ve made me smile.
Happy Friday.
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February 7, 2014 at 11:51 am
Do consider posting more.
And a happy Friday to you, too, Tess!
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February 7, 2014 at 11:18 am
Mustang? Well good luck with that. Personally I have as much business on a horse as a frog.
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February 7, 2014 at 11:23 am
Ha ha. 😀
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February 8, 2014 at 5:34 am
The love of cars! I could feel the excitement,especially about a Mustang.
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February 8, 2014 at 9:42 am
🙂 I remember the mustang vibes in the seventies.
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February 9, 2014 at 11:17 am
Father and son sound like two kids in for a big treat! Beautifully caught.
Now this would have been another one for boys & toys!
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February 9, 2014 at 3:25 pm
A car will do that for a man and his son. I don’t know which one is more excited. 🙂
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