Paris

 The year was 2010, the golden light of Paris' sunset soaked the cobblestone and cozy shop windows. At the dismay and protest of my gracious and beautiful hostess (a story for another time), I would spend my days diligently working on my college coursework online. Only then would I step out onto the winding historic streets. I had spent the last 3 months working for a company in England and saved enough to survive on about 45 euros a day. I would start each night at a small cafe, rolling my cigarettes while sipping. Then I would make my way randomly, prowling the streets in search of free live music.