One of the things I love about my loft is the fact that it's right above the party center of San Diego. While I'm working at night, the sirens of emergency vehicles and the raucous laughter of drunken partygoers keeps me company. It definitely has a a "big city" feel, and that's a great feeling. Even when I was living in Korea, I never felt I was in a big city.

Right now, the Mardi Gras celebration is happening two blocks away - I get all the partying and music for free while I diligently hack away... :)