Sometimes you find really beautiful and meaningful messages in the places you least expect. Spotted in an alleyway in Birmingham, Alabama – May 2010.
“Love your Neighbor”
“Hope”
Isn’t it what we all want?
While walking across a parking lot Chloe shouted, “Mom! There is an octopus in the road!” We walked back to the car, I gave her my camera and she took a photo of it. I love that she sees things beyond what they appear to be on the surface.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Who would buy that?” The chances are pretty good that the answer is me.
Last night after dinner Kenny and I were out for a stroll and happened upon a piece of artwork that had my name all over it. It’s a rooster made of what appears to be recycled oil drums and sheet metal. His comb stands nearly as tall as me, at 5’7″. He’s got rebar feet and washer eyes. Just perfect.
It’s no secret that I can be an impulse buyer. But, I tried to keep myself in check and I didn’t buy the chicken last night. Instead I went home and ruminated on whether or not it was a good idea.
“What if he’s not there tomorrow?” I asked Kenny. He turned to me with a look that needed no words. He said, “who else would buy that?” with his eyes. I wasn’t so sure. I mean, look at it’s greatness!
I just couldn’t let this one slip away. This morning we went back and picked up our chicken. The young man who carried it out for me asked if he could take my picture and said something to the effect of , “Oh, you’re the person that would buy this, huh?” What is with everyone?
So, our giant chicken Roscoe is now grazing in our living room. I think he’s a perfect fit.
Robert Indiana
License Plate Yard Art - Pennsylvania
Photo Taken: Jul 2009
There is no set path. Just follow your heart.
We visited Iceland in April of 2009. The city of Reykjavik had some really great street art scattered around the city.
Photos Taken: April 2009
