On warmer days high school kids hang out on the top level of the parking structure. Not exactly an attractive space, but I guess they make the most of what they have. But this chilly, late winter evening they were probably in the Starbuck’s at the corner — no more attractive a space, but they have to make the most of what they have.
Behind me a man was smoking a cigarette while looking out over the shopping square. We exchanged a nod as we both headed for opposite stairwells.