Our StoriesA tale of two teens in a tiny town, and their introduction to demon rum. A few names have been properly changed, and few havent, as a reputation or two had to be protected. It was an early evening and an even earlier fall with the proper nip in the air. To a couple of teens it could be said that something else was nipping at them puberty and curiosity. Kevin was a bit smaller, lighter, but a year older than his friend Ray. Being perfectly honest, Kevin was what was considered, in the jargon of the time, a runt. UP_AA_PANZER_KASERNE.jpg' alt='Patch Barracks Street Address' title='Patch Barracks Street Address' />Bomb Sight makes you discover London during WW2 Luftwaffe Blitz bombing raids, exploring maps, images and memories. The Bomb Sight web map and mobile app reveals WW2. Making up for his stature was the fact that he had an Irish heritage behind him, in front of him, and beside him. Even with the physical inability to excel in certain ways, his Irish attitude helped him out of many a negative situation, including the occasional fight. Ray had a mixed heritage that was just as combative, and was proud to be the IrishItalian kid in town. His red hair attested to the Irish in him, with the surname revealing an Italian father. They were the best of friends, with mutual adventure and discovery a part of each day. This day and evening was to be one that would be remembered for a number of reasons not all of them good. It was late on a Friday afternoon when Ray called Kevin. Hey, Kev, whatcha wanta do tonight I dont know, whatchoo wanna do, answered Kevin. This was the typical way a conversation between members of the barely teen crowd began and after three or four exchanges of the same phrase, they were no closer to a Friday evening plan then before the call. Wait, said Ray. Marcia said that she was babysitting tonight with her girlfriends, over at the Bensons. I bet we could go over there, and who knows what could happen Kevin wasnt as confident, and said I dont know if thats a good idea. What if the Bensons catch us Well, I know what we can do and the girls are gonna think were the coolest, said Ray. After he whispered his plan to Kevin, the two teens went in opposite directions, agreeing to meet up again along a little road called Tobins Lane. Night fell quickly in the village, as the sun set behind the small mountain to the west, and with buildings on both sides of the narrow road, Tobins Lane would be soon be a dark alleyway. Kevin waited nervously, just a few feet from Main Street holding something close to the chest, just under his jacket. As was the usual case, Ray was late, and Kevin was about to give up and go home. Psst. hey Kevin. Comprehensive site providing information about the state agency. I seems that Ray had decided to approach from a different direction, and was sitting on top of a trash can, just up the lane. He had a paper bag in his hand, and quickly pulled out a bottle that looked like it was meant for people just a bit older. Home of the Nazi propagandist Julius Streicher, the publisher of Der Strmer, Nuremberg held great significance during the Nazi Germany period. Internet Home for The Basic School, 167 including newsletter, roster, and reunion information. Patch Barracks Street Address' title='Patch Barracks Street Address' />I got mine, did you get yours, asked Ray. As he walked up the hill, Kevin motioned Ray to keep his voice down, and pulling out his own bottle of adult beverage, said yes, its right here. Two bottles of courage, one was rum and the was whiskey and the forbidden beverage beckoned to the teens. The evening events would soon get quite interesting. D Map Of India'>3D Map Of India. Unbeknownst to Kevin, Ray had other intentions in addition to sampling the foul tasting beverages. The teens opened both bottles, and took tentative sips. Each tried to avoid making a face while lying through their teeth, assuring the other that the liquor tasted great. After a few tentative sips, the teens got a bit bolder, taking in the liquor in greater gulps. Ray looked over to Kevin and said,. Wait here, Ill be right back. By this time, Kevin was beyond hearing or even caring about what was happening. Ray turned, and was off to the other evening adventure he had in mind, and was soon visiting the girls who were babysitting across the alleyway at the Benson apartment. Kevin was highly focused on the bottle of rum and was soon sitting atop a trash can, which subsequently became the ground next to the trash can. Historically and actually, teens have little tolerance for liquor. My Disney Kitchen Free Download Mac there. Kevin had no control over his actions or wanderings. As there was no one to witness the goings on, a good portion of the rest of the evening must be surmised. After spending some time with the babysitters, Ray stumbled back down the alleyway to Tobins Lane Kevin sitting in the middle of the road. A car was approaching from the direction of Main Street, and being the good friend he was. Ray pushed, pulled, and dragged Kevin from danger. Thinking they were invincible, a barely conscious Kevin, and a stumbling Ray, continued to imbibe freely from the bottles but only until officer Dan rolled up in the current edition of the Highland Falls police cruiser. The evening was quickly ending for the duo, as officer Dan loaded the two into the vehicle. Kevin, but not so sure about Ray. As the village is just that. Dan was soon sitting in front of 2. Redoubt Street, the home of delinquent Kevin. Dan turned to Ray and said Whats your last name Ray answered Gordon, sir, Ray Gordon. Satisfied, but not fooled, Officer Dan helped Kevin stumble to his front door, being greeted by his bewildered parents. The next few hours, as well as the next few days would not be all that pleasant for Kevin and the lessons of the evening would last for a long time. In the meantime, Ray, aka. Ray Gordon had slipped from the rear seat of the cruiser, and was hiding in a discarded refrigerator in the yard across the street. After a few minutes of looking up and down the street, officer Dan gave up the search and returned to his patrol duties ItalianIrish Bar. It seems that Dan wasnt fooled by the claim that Ray Gordon was his name. A small town, and smaller village allows the local officials to know virtually everyone, as well as their kids. Dan told Charlie, Rays father, of his transgressions, and Charlies version of punishment would soon rain down. This was one of the first of many adventures the duo, along with other friends, would embark upon during their formative years. Ray and Kevin had tasted demon rum, Ray had a short liaison with a future girlfriend, Ray had saved Kevin from the wheels of a speeding car, and they both were subject to discipline over the weeks to come.