In the nascent stages of Peter’s retail career, he diligently managed the counter and toy inventory at Rainbow Comics in Blackwood, NJ. In close proximity, the renowned Tiger Karate Academy attracted aspiring martial artists, including a young Norm, who frequented the three-for-a-dollar bin with invaluable assistance from Peter. However, their paths diverged, and it wasn’t until approximately eleven or twelve years later, during Peter’s tenure at the Echelon Mall Hall of Heroes, that fate would reunite the two.
Norm, now a regular mall-goer, crossed paths with Peter once again. The recognition dawned on them, leading to the establishment of a deep and meaningful friendship, coupled with a mentorship that would enrich both their lives.