Orange Crush Iv the Adventures of Soda Pop

If you havn't read my other Orange Crush pieces, please start at the beginning. If you like them consider reading on.

Ricky jumped off the footstool holding me tightly in his little hand. I could feel his imagination coming to life. Within his mind the clear water had turned a brilliant orange and as he drank from me he could feel the bubbles tickling his throat. I felt alive with the possibilities this imagination of his would bring to light. 

The rest of the evening consisted of eating and watching images flashing on a square box. It rather bored me because they were in black and white, I much preferred looking out the picture window at people doing their thing and cars driving by. Real life was much clearer and had a lot more colors. As it got darker out, the color all seemed to fade away. I think I prefer day time. Ricky's mom said it was time for the kids to brush their teeth and go to bed. They all rushed up the stairs and I was left on the coffee table.

Ricky's mom was cleaning up and grabbed me and three Coke bottles that Dadio had emptied. She carried us to the kitchen and placed us in a segregated box beneath the sink. Just as she was about to close the door, little Ricky ran into the room and said "where's my bottle" mom responded "What do you want with a silly bottle?" he responded "I like it" His mom smiled, pulled me out of the case and handed me to Ricky. If I were able to smile I would have had a toothy grin of my own. 

More adventures for "Soda Pop" if there is enough interest to carry on with the story.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014



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Date: 1/14/2015 8:09:00 PM
One person's trash is another's treasure... I remember saving things that had sentimental value to me, but were nothing to everyone else. I guess, when we're kids, we see the world a little differently than adults do... I find this story to be very entertaining and I will read part 5 and beyond!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/14/2015 8:31:00 PM
Thanks Kelly, that pleases me!
Date: 1/7/2015 10:15:00 PM
Loving this story Richard... Verlena
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Date: 1/2/2015 3:55:00 PM
If I could of smiled. I love it and believe me, I smiled when Ricky came to the rescue. I'm actually glad I came late, now I don't have to wait but can read one after the other. :-).
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Date: 12/30/2014 12:12:00 PM
Another enjoyable write Richard. For a second I thought this was the end of the line for you, but Ricky comes to the rescue! On to the next episode.....// paul
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Date: 12/28/2014 7:23:00 PM
I really like how you created suspense by the bottle almost being put aside until Ricky walks in at the last minute to save Orange Crush. I am really enjoying this story Richard.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 1/14/2015 8:32:00 PM
Thanks Maurice, I am up to eight now.
Date: 12/28/2014 5:38:00 AM
ok i'm hooked i'll go as soon as possible to read the others...
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Date: 12/27/2014 7:42:00 AM
You have me hooked, I've read through all of them now and have enjoyed them! I would love to read more :)
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Date: 12/24/2014 10:12:00 PM
ummm Law and Order or the Adventures of Orange Crush, which series will run longer? LOL You have to be kidding Richard, this is fantastic what you have done. I could see this as a series piece in a newspaper, along with photos of the time. This is a great concept that one could take many places! Needless to say I loved it!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/25/2014 7:39:00 AM
Thanks Arthur I am pleased.
Date: 12/24/2014 8:57:00 PM
Wishing you and yours a blessed and Merry Christmas Richard.
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Date: 12/24/2014 7:10:00 PM
Oh, my this is how it rolls around my house, Orange Crush for all the young ones. I like the story and view from one side to another. Silly, but adorable ending. Richard,, Stopping by to say Hello, and Wish you a very Merry, Merry Christmas!!! May it bring you joy, happiness and everything else you deserve. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year! Forever ~LINDA~
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Date: 12/24/2014 5:39:00 PM
Boy do I love the original orange crush the kids of today don't know what their missing do they. I could not wait to go on Friday after school and get my once a week bottle of that chilly cold stuff in the real glass bottle. Thanks for your awesome story my dear friend, and for the memories reply. MERRY CHRISTMAS, AND HAPPY NEW! May all your wishes come true at this special time of year, cheri
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/25/2014 8:07:00 AM
Mind you we did have the benifit of our young taste buds. I'm pleased you like my story. Merry Christmas Cheryl.
Date: 12/24/2014 10:51:00 AM
Keep going... Oh and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/25/2014 8:09:00 AM
Thanks Carol, if I use your example with Dragon I would never stop *lol*.
Date: 12/24/2014 9:16:00 AM
The time of innocence when we had so little but it meant so much. Thanks for my wonderful visit with you and the family. Merry Christmas son Love Mom
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 10:24:00 AM
It was great to have you with us mom, I love you.
Date: 12/24/2014 7:34:00 AM
I love the adventures of Soda Pop! Every one brings a big smile. More! More! Wishing you and your wife a very merry and blessed Christmas!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 7:55:00 AM
Thanks Monterey, merry Christmas to you as well.
Date: 12/24/2014 3:54:00 AM
These have been delightful to read Richard. I look forward to his next adventure. You are talking about the era I grew up in so I can identify with everything. You are wonderful at holding the reader's attention Richard. Bravo!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 7:57:00 AM
Thanks Connie, you look to young to be from my era. I am 53.
Date: 12/23/2014 5:32:00 PM
Aw mama bear ..Dont throw the bottle away..Ricky is just getting to know what lies within that bottle..And the bottle is going to reveal more of Ricky to us.Cant wait: )
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 7:57:00 AM
Thanks Charmaine.
Date: 12/23/2014 9:43:00 AM
I think this was the best episode so far .How he loved the color world compared to black and white. and how the little boy is thinking of him like a sort of pet. now you have set it up for many more adventures!
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 7:59:00 AM
Thanks Andrea.
Date: 12/22/2014 2:32:00 PM
whew....almost got returned for deposit....great story Ricky...can't wait for the next installment
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 8:00:00 AM
I have a few more ideas Tim, thanks for commenting.
Date: 12/22/2014 1:35:00 PM
A good thing that he was salvaged.
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 8:01:00 AM
Yep he still has some things to do.
Date: 12/22/2014 12:09:00 PM
Oh...got a bit worried there. I thought he'd be thrown out. ;) Good one, Rick. Waiting for more...Hugs
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 8:03:00 AM
I thought I would add a bit of suspense.
Date: 12/22/2014 11:38:00 AM
really enjoying this adventure Rick keep on with the story:-) Hugs jan xxx
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 8:04:00 AM
Hugs to you as well Jan.
Date: 12/22/2014 11:08:00 AM
So far so beautiful Richard,thank you for adding colour to PS with Soda Pop,merry Christmas ...huggs
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 12/24/2014 8:05:00 AM
Thanks Kayode. Hugs Richard.
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