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Sunday, August 30, 2009
Beanpie – Volume 15 Episode 1: And so it begins
Written by Shaun Bolden
Opening Scene: Monday and Beanpie and Tony are already downtown.
Beanpie: Hey mate, these free samples are going to put us on the map.
Tony: Why don’t you see if Mr. Hank will give a few out?
Beanpie: That’s a great idea mate. Let me go and ask him, and I’ll be right back.
*Beanpie goes inside to talk to Mr. Hank. While Tony is waiting there, a woman is walking her dog. The dog drags the woman back to the cart, and starts sniffing and scratching the cart.
Woman: Sorry about that, once my dog gets a scent of something he wants he has to have it. What exactly do you have in there?
Tony: Well, there is some dog food in there.
Woman: That must be it, what is it some run of the mill brand X dog food?
Tony: No, it’s actually a homemade organic dog food.
Woman: Really? That is all I give my dog. How much for a bag?
Tony: $10 for a 10 pound bag.
Woman: That is a great price for organic food.
*The woman gives Tony the money, takes the food and leaves.
Scene 2: Meanwhile Beanpie is inside talking to Mr. Hank about putting his samples inside of the store.
Beanpie: But Mr. Hank it would be a great help if you could just give these away.
Hank: I’m not too sure about a car wax Bean Pole.
Beanpie: It’s Beanpie, and this is a great wax. Just let me wax your car for you.
Hank: I rely on public transportation, not big on driving in this traffic. What else do you have on that cart?
Beanpie: Well besides this wax I have: Dog Food, Dishwashing Liquid, and some Tea.
Hank: Hmmm….did you say tea?
Beanpie: Yes I do have some all natural tea on my cart.
Hank: Let’s say you give me some of your tea, and I will leave it for my customers to buy. Whatever they spend on it I will give you half. I will keep it near the coffee I sell in the morning, I think it will give you a measure of how good your tea is.
Beanpie: That’s a great idea, thanks for this opportunity.
Hank: I didn’t always have this store you know. It pays to give others chances.
*Beanpie runs outside and grabs a box of his tea.
Beanpie: Here you go Mr. Hank. Again I want to thank you for this.
Hank: No problem, now let us see what others think of your tea.
Beanpie: You know Mr. Hank, I met your grandson this weekend.
Hank: You did? Well sorry that you met the pompous little runt.
Beanpie: Yeah, he said he wanted to sell the store.
Hank: Which is why he won’t be getting it. He thinks just because he’s “helping out” it will mean he is going to inherit this store. It just doesn’t work that way.
Beanpie I see what you mean, well take it easy.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Beanpie – Volume 14 Episode 2: First Sale
Written by Shaun Bolden
Scene 3: Beanpie is walking home and runs into Shaun as he is eating lunch.
Beanpie: Hey Ice Juicy, mind if I join you?
Shaun: Hey Randolph, go right ahead.
Beanpie: I got a new way to get the word out about my stuff.
Shaun: Oh yeah, what’s that?
Beanpie: I’m going to give samples out so people can try the products.
Shaun: I must say, that is actually a good idea.
Beanpie: Well, Lisa actually came up with it.
Shaun: Ah, that makes perfect sense.
Beanpie: How’ve you been?
Shaun: Actually things are going well. Iris got a new job. She hasn’t told me what it was, but I assume it pays well because she is moving out in 2 weeks.
Beanpie: That’s great, I thought you had a little thing for her though.
Shaun: Nah, we’re just friends. I was helping her out in her time of need.
Beanpie: Look at you Mr. Prince Charming.
Shaun: So what are you giving out samples of?
Beanpie: My car wax for now.
Shaun: That reminds me, can I buy a bottle from you?
Beanpie: Listen mate, you can get a free bottle.
Shaun: No, I insist on paying for this stuff. Gotta support the hustle you know? How much is it?
Beanpie: Seven bucks.
*Shaun gives Beanpie the money.
Beanpie: Thanks mate, I’ll bring it by your house later.
Shaun: I may be working a little late, so just leave it in front of my door.
Beanpie: Alright mate. Have a good one, I need to fill these bottles.
Scene 4: Tailgate and Jamie are in Jamie’s living room playing video games when Tony comes in.
Tony: Why don’t you two go outside and play in some dirt?
Jamie: Man, don’t you ever stop?
Tony: I’m like Chris and Neef, “Can’t stop, won’t stop”.
Tailgate: Yeah, just like Chris and Neef, no where to be found. So you should beat feet.
Tony: I’m not sure who is worse, you or your comedian of a brother. Every time I head out with him, he gets himself into something……and none of it has to do with selling his stuff.
Tailgate: First of all my brother is dead serious about selling his stuff, and you have no right to say a thing about him. Not only does he have some kind of aspiration in life, his ideas are good.
Tony(laughing): If you say so, he has yet to resemble any kind of success.
Tailgate: You’re just lucky you’re around him. He will be a success.
Tony: That statement is on the highly unlikely side.
*Tony brushes Tailgate off and heads back into his room.
Jamie: You really think Beanpie will sell his stuff?
Tailgate: Of course I do.
Jamie: Then why do you always ride him?
Tailgate: I don’t know, I guess it’s a brother thing. His stuff is good, and all he needs is a small chance. With his confidence, he doesn’t need anyone patting him on the back anyway.
Jamie: I guess you’re right, his ideas do make sense and they are pretty original.
Tailgate: But what doesn’t make sense is why you keep challenging me in this game, I am wearing you out!
*Jamie and Tailgate go back to playing their video game.
Scene 5: Beanpie is at Shaun’s house dropping the car wax off when Iris comes to the door.
Iris: Hey papi, your name is Beanpie, right?
Beanpie: Yes it is, I guess you must be Iris.
Iris: Si papi. Your lady Lisa is a great person to work with.
Beanpie: Oh, you work with Lisa?
Iris: No, not yet. But mira I will be soon, and I can’t wait.
Beanpie: Really? So what will you be doing there.
Iris: Just some office work.
Beanpie: I should have known. Here can you give this to Shaun when he gets home?
Iris: Sure thing papi. Tell Lisa I said hi, and I can’t wait to work with her.
Beanpie: Will do love. Have a good one.
Iris: You too papi.
Scene 6: Beanpie is in his room talking to Lisa.
Beanpie: So I hear Iris is working with you too now.
Lisa: Yeah, she starts Monday.
Beanpie: That’s great, so what is she going to be doing.
Lisa: Just some office work.
Beanpie: Man you are secretive.
Lisa: Not really, why would you say that?
Beanpie: Because you never told me what you do at your job.
Lisa: Oh if that’s all you want to know then I do office work.
Beanpie: And what company do you work for?
Lisa: Did you ever get those samples ready?
Beanpie: Yeah they are sitting ready for Monday. I’m excited about this. I actually made my first sale today. I sold a bottle of car wax to Ice Juicy.
Lisa: See this is a start, once you give the samples out, you will be on your way. I’m going to hop in the shower now.
Beanpie: Alright love, I’ll be here watching TV.
*Beanpie sits back and watches TV then begins to think.
Beanpie(to self): Wait a minute, Lisa never told me where she worked. I can’t believe she hit me with the Jedi mind trick again. Next time I ask I have to stay focused. Oh well, once these samples get out the sales will be pouring in. I can see it now, “Beanpie: The Ultimate Hustler”.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Beanpie – Volume 14 Episode 1: First Sale
Written by: Shaun Bolden
Opening Scene: It is early Saturday morning and Beanpie is making breakfast. Tailgate is sitting around harassing him as usual.
Tailgate: I just think it’s funny, you make it all the way downtown, and then get bullied out of who knows how many spots. Once you get one, you sell absolutely nothing. At least we know one thing, no one is robbing you this time.
Beanpie: Whatever brov, I need to think of a plan to get my commodities on the market.
Tailgate: I have an idea.
Beanpie: Spit it out mate.
Tailgate: Well, get t-shirts made. You and Tony can be known as The Brothers Jerk.
Beanpie: Thank you for the fruitful advice. Now if you crawl back into your cage, I’ll feed you your sour milk and dung cutlets.
Tailgate: Hey, at least I’m giving you a few ideas. It’s not like that wonder brain of yours is churning anything out.
*In walks Lisa
Lisa: Fellas, don’t you think it’s a bit too early to be bickering?
Tailgate: It’s the only way to communicate with idiots. Not to worry, I have been doing it all of my life. You should try it some time.
Beanpie: Don’t listen to Zoo Boy over there. I made this for you.
*Beanpie hands Lisa a plate of homemade breakfast.
Lisa: Thanks Randolph. So what are you two arguing about this time?
Tailgate: I am just trying to help him come up with ideas for marketing his crap.
Beanpie: It is not crap, and you are definitely not helping.
Lisa: Oh, I see, you need a way to get your stuff known.
Beanpie: Exactly. I mean, I know my stuff is top-notch, but how do I get everyone else on the same page that I’m on.
Lisa: Well think about it for a sec. You need a good advertisement, that WON’T cost a lot of money. Can you spare a bottle of your car wax?
Beanpie I should be able to swing that. Why?
Lisa: Well, if you make sample bottles out of that one bottle people can at least try your stuff. Just like they gave you that free sample box of Crunchy Honey Oats, and now you’re hooked.
Beanpie: That is a great idea!!!
Tailgate: I still think you should go with the t-shirts.
Beanpie: Whatev, I have to go out and get some small bottles. Thanks babe.
Lisa: No problem, after what I went through to get YOUR stuff back the least you can do is sell it.
Beanpie & Tailgate: What do you do Lisa?
Lisa: Not right now, I am going to eat my breakfast in peace.
Scene 2: Beanpie heads over to Hank’s store to pick up the small bottles.
Clerk: Can I help you?
Beanpie: Yes, I’m looking for small plastic bottles.
Clerk: They are in the back near the cooler. Are you another one of those vendors?
Beanpie: Yes I am, and also a friend of Hank.
Clerk: You know my grandfather too? He talks to everyone. You know he’s been here forever. I don’t know why though. I keep telling him to retire. I’d run the store for him. By the way, I’m Andy.
Beanpie: And I’m Beanpie. You would take over? That is great. Keeping the store in the family.
Andy: Well, I don’t think I would keep it in the family. I’d sell it, and collect the money. I know some folks that would pay good money for this spot.
Beanpie: You mean you wouldn’t keep the store? This is a great location, and he has a lot of regular customers. That takes a lot to get regular customers.
Andy: I know all that, but the asking price for the property alone is huge. I would do something totally different.
Beanpie: I guess to each his or her own.
*Beanpie goes and gets the bottles and returns to the counter.
Andy: Is that all?
Beanpie: Yeah that should do it.
Andy: Here you go, and take it easy.
Beanpie: Thanks, have a good one.
Beanpie – Volume 13 Episode 2: Downtown
Written by Shaun Bolden
Scene 3: Beanpie and Tony continue to move around and get kicked out of numerous spots. They find themselves outside of Hank’s store.
Beanpie: I guess we’ll have to set up here.
Tony: In front of a store?
Beanpie: This is the only spot we can take without being harassed. Just let me go and check with the owner to see if it is alright.
Tony: Do you know him?
Beanpie: Yeah I met him once, he’s a cool guy. Just stay with the cart for a minute, I’ll be right back.
*Beanpie goes inside the store and finds Hank.
Hank: Hey, it’s Bean curd.
Beanpie: It’s Beanpie, how are you Mr. Hank?
Hank: Oh you know, just doing the same thing I’ve been doing. Is that your cart out there?
Beanpie: We tried to go to the Green and it didn’t work out.
Hank(chuckling): Oh, you must have met Hank the Hawker.
Beanpie: Unfortunately I did. He is not a nice guy.
Hank: Trust me you do not want to get involved with him or any of his buddies. They are all bad business.
Beanpie: So I’ve been told. Hey is it alright if we set our cart up outside of your store?Hank: Fine with me, I am always willing to help an honest vendor.
Beanpie: Thanks mate.
Hank: If you guys ever need to go to the bathroom, which I assume you will, feel free to use the one in the back.
Beanpie: Thanks mate, I want to introduce you to someone as well.
*Beanpie runs outside and gets Tony.
Beanpie: Mr. Hank, this is Tony. Tony, meet Mr. Hank.
Tony: Nice to meet you, I hear you have been here for 20 years.
Hank: Yes I have, and it is all about keeping a good relationship with those around you.
Tony: It was nice to meet you. Now I have to go back outside and guard the cart.
Hank: Take care. (turns to Beanpie) I see you found yourself a partner.
Beanpie: Well, it’s not so much a partner, but we are working together. Though he is not always on time, I do trust him.
Hank: That is the most important thing. So, go ahead and start selling.
Beanpie: Thanks Mr. Hank.
Scene 4: Beanpie and Tony are outside, and as people pass nobody seems very interested in what he has to offer.
Beanpie: This is not going according to plan. I have not sold a thing and we’ve been here for 2 hours.
Tony: I agree, this is definitely not a good sign.
Beanpie: This thing just takes time. Give it a chance.
*Beanpie and Tony stay for 2 more hours, and still nothing. Mr. Hank comes out and locks up his store.
Hank: Hey the young boys are still out here. How’d the day go?
Beanpie: Hey Mr. Hank, we were successful in retaining all of our merchandise today.
Tony: Yeah the closest we came to making a sale was someone asking for directions.
Hank: Don’t worry, just keep at it, it is never easy in the beginning. You two have a great night.
Beanpie: Yeah we’re going to call it a night ourselves. See you on Monday. I think I’m going to take this weekend to rethink my course of action.
Hank: Alright, see you then.
Scene 5: Beanpie is at home and is really thinking about what went wrong when Lisa comes home.
Lisa: Hey Beanpie, how’d the first official day downtown go for you?
Beanpie: Don’t ask, because it was terrible. We stood out there forever and sold absolutely nothing.
Lisa: Well, not to worry….”If you build it, they will come.”
Beanpie: I know. The stuff I have to offer is great. I am not doubting my products. I just need a way to reach out to people.
Lisa: Ah yes, the power of advertisement.
Beanpie: That is the truth love, anyway I have all weekend to plan something for Monday.
Lisa: Alright. I thought you would want to know that Charlene is adjusting very well to her new job.
Beanpie: Oh yeah? And what exactly would her job be?
Lisa: I am going to hop in the shower. Be out in a bit.
*Beanpie lies on his bed staring at the ceiling.
Beanpie(to self): Man, it seems I am back to square one. I need to come up with a way to get my stuff known. I know this is great stuff, but how do I get everyone else to believe in it?
Monday, August 10, 2009
Is Gay the New Black?
Written by: Liberator
Don’t call it a comeback; it’s been here for years! Not as publicized as it now is presently, homosexuality seems to be like the new iPhone or True Religion jeans. You’re either currently a part of it, was once a part of it, thought about it, or know someone that’s a part it. And I purposely call the lifestyle “it” because homosexuality seems to be more than a lifestyle but a trendy new fashion. Even in political and religious realms, homosexuality is now a highly debatable topic that is currently discussed and publicized a lot more nowadays. With roughly every one in ten people rockin’ a rainbow belt, some studies prove that more people are coming out of the closet because in this day and age homosexuality is no longer advertised as a mental sickness, disease, or illness. That means at least one of your friends, family members, colleagues, or last ten former significant others decided to spend some extra special time with someone of the same sex. Some argue it’s obvious that being involved in homosexual activity is a part of the latest trends or fashions by just listening to different song lyrics.
Pop/rock singer Katy Perry was one the first to talk about homosexuality in a fun, bubbly way in the summer of 2008 when she released her debut single “I Kissed a Girl”. T-Pain produced Ray Lavender’s “My Girl Gotta Girlfriend” featuring T-Pain and Ray J also was released last summer. Plus, new Young Money artist Drake asked ladies in the summer jam song of 2009 “Every Girl”, “And we’re all drunk. Remind us: are any of y’all into girls like I am? Lesbi-honest.” And of course, you have Lil’ Wayne with his occasional homo-referenced lyrics including, “I’m riding with a bad chick and her girlfriend in the back” or “…every chick with a p***y wanna f**k me, but I just feed them drugs and then watch them f**k each other.”
Perhaps some celebrities and artists have something to do with those straight, bi-curious, or closeted folk deciding to now proudly represent the developing land of the red, white, and rainbow. Even award-winning, daytime talk show hostess Ellen DeGeneres publicly came out as a lesbian in 1997 on the Oprah Winfrey Show and has still consecutively been chosen as viewers’ favorite talk show host and funniest female star for the past four years. So, the question still remains: is gay a fashion? Those optimistic lifers in the gay community believe that more people are coming out because it is now being more accepted; so those who claimed to be straight for emotional, spiritual, physical, or professional reasons are now feeling more comfortable about claiming their homosexuality. Pessimistic lifers think homo-newbies are only doing it for attention, a hobby, or just curious to try new things.To view the full article, click on the link below:
http://etmmagazine.info/future/2009/08/articles/2009_08_isgayafashion.html
Healthier America...
Written by: Kenneth-Michael
There stationed at the corner of Baltimore and Redwood Street is a McDonald’s fast food restaurant, local deli-carryout, and just down a few feet a Starbucks coffee house. On that busy intersection, you also have the congestion of traffic coming in from downtown Baltimore. It is 12 o’clock, noon, which means it is lunch-time for those who flood that intersection, dressed in nurses’ scrubs and doctors’ lab coats. That is because many are coming from the University of Maryland Hospital, which is immediately south of the congestion on Paca street. But, on the opposite side of the street, across from the McDonald’s, in the tree shaded plaza of University Hospital, a local community farmer’s market is stationed, sponsored by the hospital, with all the right makings for a healthy lunch-time meal.
Across the United States, thousands of hospitals have started sponsoring their own farmer’s market in support of the National Initiative to a Healthier America. Even First Lady Michelle Obama has decided to get involved; back in March she started growing her own garden on the South end of the White House lawn.
Denise Choinier, a register nurse at the University of Maryland Hospital/Medical Center who runs the farmer’s market, says that it was started to support healthier foods and healthcare, which is a national initiative that has been driven by Healthcare Without Harm. The proximity of the market mainly benefits the staff, patients, and visitors of the Medical Center, but it is opened to the surrounding community. The market, which is only open on Tuesdays, begun on May 5th, 2009 and will likely run until the fall, says Choinier. Offering a variety of foods from locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh, artisan cheeses, marmalades and jams, and ice cream, many of the vendors and farmers come twice month and while others vend every Tuesday.
To view the full article, click the link below:
http://etmmagazine.info/future/2009/08/articles/2009_08_healthieramerica.htmlWishes Do Come True!
Written by: ^Northernstar*
Photography by: Roy Cox
When I first became a member of the addictive network Twitter, many of my friends informed me of a female R&B artist from Baltimore named, Wish. She began following me and we introduced ourselves; her humor & sass drew me instantly to her. Back in April, Wish came home from New York (where she resides now) to go out with some mutual friends and we had a blast. The entire time she insisted on calling me “Chavay” instead of Chavez because it was “sexier” to her. Three months later, I caught up with Wish via cell phone, outside of her busy schedule of promoting & performing live. I found it funny, yet down-to-earth that she answered my questions while shopping in Urban Outfitters. (It’s all good, Wish! We all know you love your clothes.) But, aside from Wish’s outgoing personality, the most important thing she wants people to notice is her voice; and a voice she DOES have!
Hey, Wishbone!
Chavaayyy, I’m doing good… just shopping! [laughs]
[laughs] Oh, ok. And it’s nothing wrong with that. I wish I was shopping. Shoot!
[laughs] But, make sure you don’t include that for the interview, boy.
[laughs] Naw, it’s all good! When did you realize you wanted to be a professional singer, and what lengths would you go to pursue your dreams?
Well, I grew up in church, singing on the choir. Around 7 years-old, that’s when I knew I wanted to be a vocalist. I was in the church’s choir, school choir, two girl groups (they didn’t quite work out)… and now, here I am solo & I love it. I would go at any length to pursue my dream, as long as it doesn’t compromise my morals. You know?
Yes, I completely agree! I mean, you have to have some limitations. So, is this your first solo album?
Yes, this is my first solo attempt. It’s promotional and I happen to still be unsigned (I don’t have a deal)…
Yes, you don’t have a deal and you most definitely deserve one! Someone sign WISH, please. [laughs]
[laughs] It’s my first solo album alongside my best friend & writer, Donny Roc!
How was the process of recording the album? Was it nerve-wrecking or fun? Since you’re used to being in a girl group!
It was fun. It was definitely more pressure because when you’re recording by yourself… you have to do EVERYTHING. From harmonies to everything, it was definitely pressure, but it was so much fun. The process of narrowing down all of the records was exciting from the beginning to the end, and I loved the direction.
“Skoolgurl Diaries” is an interesting title for an album. Tell me exactly where the name came from?
Well, I wanted to channel how I felt in high school because I was the ultimate quiet girl…
Huh? I don’t believe you! [laughs]
[laughs] I know, I know!
Wow.
I was a really quiet & reserved person, and I was never really into all the things adolescents were into. I would go through things, and hold it all in. This album gave me a platform to release all of those feelings I kept bottled in and I’m sure many young people could relate to the songs.
The album chronicles the life of a high school girl, and the music varies from 50’s pop (“H.A.T.E.L.O.V.E”) to classic remakes (“Silly”) to rock (“Koldhearted”) to pop ballads (“Instead of You”). How do you think that works in a society that always wants to place you in a box? They like to classify music by genres. Do you think that has its pros and cons?
Well, I think the album in itself would break all of those barriers because we channel so many different genres. I believe there’s something on Diaries for everyone. Like you said, I have everything from 50’s style to rock influences on here. If you love r&b, then you will gear towards the last half of the album; if you are a pop lover, then you’ll love the beginning; & if you’re feeling funky, you can always listen to the middle. There is definitely something on there for everybody. I mean, someone should be able to like the message or hook to at least one song on Skool Diaries [laughs].
To view the entire interview, click on the link below:
http://etmmagazine.info/freeyourmind/2009/08/articles/2009_08_wishesdocome.htmlIs Drake a Savior of Hip Hop?
Written by: Black Root
Toronto-native Aubrey “Drake” Graham has been given the ultimate responsibility in the form of cliché: “You are the savior of Hip-Hop, aren’t you?”
In order to save something, it either needs to be in danger, remembered, or attached to a bank statement. Hip-Hop is not a monolithic vessel. Hip-Hop is not the Nebuchadnezzar. Salvaging one ship doesn’t save the fleet. Especially not now that Auto-tune and ring-tone sales are at an all-time high. Using the MatriX analogy, however, exposes one truth: even if Drake can be equated with Neo (loosely because I refuse to compare Drake to any savior) there have been several versatile emcees who have laid the groundwork for folks to frame their faces and fantasize of a Hip-Hop hero in the form of a red pill. I’m sorry, a maple leaf? Without the unwavering faith of Morpheus and guidance from The Oracle, would Neo have ever mastered and truly understood his path? Point being, even agents of change need other chemical and/or lyrical components/contributors to form a significant difference in a culture where major labels have restricted quality creativity in an attempt to overrun their listeners with stinky limbs and swagger surfing on a Swizz beat.
To see the entire article article, click the link below:
http://etmmagazine.info/freeyourmind/2009/08/articles/2009_08_drakeisnot.html
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Beanpie – Volume 13 Episode 1: Downtown
Written by Shaun Bolden
Opening Scene: Beanpie and Tony have made it downtown with their cart and are looking around. They see many vendors on the street as well as street performers.
Beanpie: Here we are Tony. Just look around, there is a lot of money to be made, and I will be on my way to becoming famous!
Tony: We’ll see about that. Where are we going to set up?
Beanpie: I have a spot in mind. It’s right here on the Green. C’mon and I’ll show you.
*Beanpie and Tony bring their cart to a corner Beanpie has picked out.
Beanpie: Here we are, this spot will make us tons of money.
Tony: Do you know this guy?
Beanpie: No, why do you ask?
Tony: Well he is coming straight towards you.
Vendor: What do you think you’re doing on my turf?
Beanpie: Sorry mate, I didn’t know this area was taken.
Vendor: Well now you do so skedaddle.
*Beanpie and Tony move to another part of the Green.
Beanpie: Okay, I don’t see anyone here, I think this place will be just as good.
Tony: I don’t think the woman coming up is going to agree with you.
Vendor: Listen kid, I am not against you selling your products, but I am against you selling your products on my territory.
Tony: Sorry about that Miss, we will find another spot.
*Beanpie and Tony find yet another seemingly empty spot to set up.
Beanpie: This has to be a free spot, they can’t have everything taken here.
Tony: Uh, Beanpie I don’t think we are welcomed to this spot either.
*Tony points to a group of vendors fast approaching, and they have very angry faces.
Lead Vendor: What exactly do you think you’re doing here?
Beanpie: I am just selling my products, just like you.
Lead Vendor(smiling): Well since I can tell you are definitely new to this area, let me give you some advice…….MOVE!!!!!
Tony: Beanpie, I think they’re serious let’s move.
Beanpie: What gives you the right to tell us to move? This is public property.
Vendor 1: Do you know who you’re talking to because I don’t think you do. This here (pointing to the Lead Vendor) is Harry the Hawker. He is the head vendor in this area, and what he says goes. Which means, since he said you go.
Beanpie: Isn’t this Green big enough for all of us?
Harry the Hawker: Listen kid, the Green is for the veterans, newbies get the rough.
*The vendors move in closer and form a circle around Beanpie and Tony.
Beanpie: Okay, we’ll get moving.
Scene 2: Beanpie and Tony are moving away from the Green when they are approached by one of the street performers.
Woman: Hey are you two alright?
Beanpie: Yeah love, don’t worry about us taking your spot we’re just moving along.
Woman: Oh no, I am just here to give you some advice.
Beanpie: Oh yeah, and what is that?
Woman: Never deal with Harry the Hawker. He is a dirty guy and thinks for whatever reason he is feared.
Beanpie: Well with all of those goons he has, I can see why.
Woman: By the way my name is Feva, Feva Mendes.
Beanpie: Feva Mendes you say? That is highly unoriginal.
Feva: Well, that’s my stage name. I am a busker. Who would come out to see Bernadette?
Beanpie: You do have a point. What is a busker?
Feva: It is just another word for street performer.
Beanpie: My name is Beanpie.
Feva: And you said I’m unoriginal. How about your friend here?
Beanpie: Oh that’s Tony. Be a gentleman and introduce yourself.
*Tony stretches his hand out, but no words seem to come out of his mouth. He just stands there with a dumbfounded look on his face.
Feva(smiling): Well Tony it’s nice to meet you too. Hey I perform down in this area, so if you ever need anything don’t be afraid to ask. Be careful of the friends you make around here. The vendors are a very encased group, choosing the wrong clique can be very costly, and that includes much more than you wallet.
Beanpie: Thanks love, I really appreciate that. How often are you out here?
Feva: Wednesday through Sunday, so if you ever need anything just give me a shout. See you guys, I have a show to do.
*Feva goes back to her show and Beanpie turns to Tony.
Beanpie: Would you like to close your mouth mate?
Tony: Huh? Oh, yeah we should be going.
Beanpie: You have a bit of a crush.
Tony: What? Me? No.
Beanpie: You usually have an answer for everything, but you couldn’t spit a word out to save your life. It’s okay, I won’t tell.
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