- Planned Parenthood fundraiser on street, to me, “Looking great!” Then she sees my septum piercing, and without a pause corrects herself, “Looking groovy!”
- Recorded bus announcement: “Please be advised anyone who makes assault or act of violence against a SEPTA operator will be arrested and prosecuted.” “Fuck the operator,” says older man behind me, to himself.
- Massage therapist, after he has started to dig in, to me, “So, do you own any real swords?”