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Embracing his creative side, he bought a pad of paper and pen to write poems for strangers on the street. With a clear target audience in mind – cheerful tourists – he started approaching them, with varying degrees of success. Many people were turned off at first, but he frequently encountered kindness which helped him gather tips through heartfelt poetry.
Bread First, Profits to Follow
One significant encounter along the way was with a restaurant owner, Janu, who provided him with some bread to stave off hunger. That very bread became a precious source of fuel for the long days ahead, reminding him of the kindness from which he could draw strength.