Riding a bicycle along the old roadways in the Florida keys, one can find astonishing things. Most of these former streets are blocked off and only allow for pedestrian or bicycle traffic, although many still show up on Google maps. I'm not sure why these streets were never developed, but wondering why is not a great question. "What is down this road? What can I discover?" are better. Large pipes covered artistically in personal tags and drawings were my answers the other day on a side trail along Niles road on Summerland Key. Creative teenagers (or adults) expressing themselves because they can. There was no maliciousness or trash left behind, just art to be found by anyone who dared to get off the road, ride through the brackish water (the reason to get your keys bike on Craig's list) and go the the end of the trail.

Take some time this week to "ride" off of your regular road and discover something astonishing. And, send me a picture!