John Kitsco

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I don't have a clue whatever possessed Sam to disclose to me that he used to rob banks. I found it odd. And troubling. He has
a fine job (now) and seems to have reformed after spending some time in prison. But what is more worriesome is that he tells me of this urge - that he'll probably rob again. 

I asked Sam how this nasty business got started and he goes on
to spin a tale about it being just for fun, the first time. Then it
went on for a few more times, and being a big man - he certainly
does look intimidating just by the fact he has a tendency to dress
in dark clothing and cast a glance that can probably start a storm. That - is his persona.  Now Sam has spent time behind
bars and even studied and completed a degree after his years
as a bank robber. He can talk about most subjects with a degree
of knowledge and likes to hang-out at the local casino which is
probably his second passion. And gamblers we all know, for the
most part do not win. That is, they may tell you about having won
a big one now and then, but how many they lost, that information is not shared.  So now we have Sam, an educated man, with an intimidating presence, likes to hang around the casino mostly at the blackjack table and every now and then
vanish to some exotic place. You see, Sam is a big spender. He
does not live high on the hog but likes to give the impression that he can, if he wants to.

I suggested to Sam, just not even think about doing things that get you in trouble, but Sam responds that a little danger and risk
are rewarding for him. And he tells me he has not actually hurt anyone, at least not physical hurt, perhaps some mental abuse
against those who happened to be in whatever bank he robbed.
But he is neither sympathetic nor sorry it seems, you see - Sam
tells me it was all in his plan to hit it big time and then settle for
good in a warm place with a blue sky and plenty of drinks and
all the things that go with that life style.

Do I feel sorry for Sam? Well, perhaps sorry that he did not
choose a better, different calling. Or continue to pursue higher
learning. But instead Sam hints that the big one is around the
corner. But did anyone tell Sam that the Police are also around
the corner...