May 9, 2020

Due to odd circumstances, I decided to do an impromptu patrol.  I decided to do another section of Dorchester, this time, Uphams Corner.  Looking for a space was tough, but I managed to find in near a bridge.  As I walked I noticed that my goggles was getting too fogged up from wearing the balaclava.  I knew I had to wear it for the COVID-19 situation, but being unable to see was not on the menu.  So I made to take the mouthpiece down.  It was harder to breathe, but not too much.  As I walked down, a lady from her vehicle spotted me.  She asked who I was and I explained.  I answered her questions, and she felt very grateful for what I'm doing.  Next as I passed a person who stopped near a hydrant, the first thing I thought was how the BTD was going to give them a ticket.  So as I warned them, the people in the backseat was laughing uncontrollably.  It was like they were injecting too much of Batman's enemy's the Joker's laughing gas (I know it sounds stupid, but if you heard that laughter believe me it was like going to a show with Jeff Dunham.  You're welcome Peanut).  I soon passed a retired marine.  As we walked, he knew what I was doing there and what my motivations are.  Just as I saluted his service to protect our country, he saluted mine to protect the city.  As well, I managed to touch on side streets.  I went down Dudley Street.  However, as I crossed down the street thru a cross walked, a car was going insanely fast.  Good thing I moved quickly.  If anyone in the comments have ever played the video game "Grand Theft Auto," how many points is it to hit a superhero?  Just asking.  As I passed a 7-Eleven, there were some people hanging out.  Both people were very receptive towards me, but there was some who, well, were jerks.  A light moment came as a spotted a stray cat running thru.  As I tried to see the cat as he was in between building, as I came to it, he ran away.  I knew there was nothing I can do, but a touching moment.  I will say this felt like I took the next step, towards expanding my role as a real life superhero of Boston.