This afternoon, as usual was cloudy but thankfully, not too cold or wet. Thus, I was provided with the weather that was sufficiently amiable for me to take my walk around town. And it not being too bright meant that I had nice soft light to take a few photos. It was not just me who was out and about - there was a decent camera-sporting crowd roaming around the historic streets - punting on the river would have been an extreme vocation, given that the cloud could crack at any time - it is a different matter altogether that it did not for the next several hours! Tourist crowds on Cambridge streets are generally mobile, but there was a particular sight which was attracting attention. What could it be, at this location, that I had so miserably failed to notice?
Well, the answer is, it was a garbage bin!
Why would a garbage bin attract attention? It was no ordinary bin. A particular individual had taken residence in it!! Now, a bit of description: This bin had a lid on it and a large uniform cut was made around its circumference to enable dumping of rubbish. But, this window for the litter was not 'available'. A portion of a guitar, with the tuning pegs leading the way, was sticking out of it and some form of music was issuing out of it. The face of the occupant of the litter bin was invisible. Well, you got it right - it was an ingenious musician who has chosen such a singular method to attract attention and more than a few pennies. And this man was hugely successful in these endeavors. I wonder how many digital camera sensors today would have been ingrained with images of this famous litter bin and its faceless resident!
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That was funny. I have been under the impression that beggars are ubiquitous only in Indian metros
He is an honourable beggar anyway who does not want to be seen but wishes his music to be heard. i wonder how much he makes a day! what happens to those who want to use the dust bin?
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