What was life like for an upper-class man in the Roman Empire (such as Sidonius) in the 400s?

Write a short paragraph (at least 3-4 full sentences) on the assigned selection from Sidonius.  What was life like for an upper-class man in the Roman Empire (such as Sidonius) in the 400s?  What events and activities described by Sidonius give you that impression?

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