through the eyes of a child page 4

 through the eyes of a child page 4 by ric gustafson

Kelly panted as she sat down on the hard wooden bench. She had to rest for a moment. As she tried to catch her breath, other joggers went by. The trail was popular with joggers, bike riders and those taking a walk. As her breath returned, she noticed a small plain white van stop at a nearby curb. A short pudgy man who wore heavy glasses got out and approached her.

" Hello Miss".

She did not recognize him. " What can I do for you?".

He grinned. " Are you a student at this college?".

" I am".

" Great". He pointed toward the van. " I was wondering if you could give me your opinion about these college license plates?".

She hesitated. He looked innocent enough. " Ok". She walked with him to the back of the van.

" You'll need to bend down to see the plate good".

She bent down. Then she felt something hit the back of her head. She blacked out. She did not see him put her in the back of the van. As he got into the front seat, a business card came out of his shirt pocket. It flew and landed in some bushes near the jogging trail.

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric