Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri

~ John W. Howell

Since there is not too much going on in Lakeway, I thought we would just cruise and see what turns up. We are catered by Valentina’s of Austin, and our entertainment is Kid Rock and Sheryl Crow.

Menu

Picture of an old time school bus

So let’s go.

Our first stop is near city hall and the chess player sculpture. Looks like they are putting in a path.

It winds past the Elk sculptures.

A piece of equipment for Dan.

A new pedestrian bridge over the creek.

A final look at the site.

You don’t often see pinwheels in bags of recyclables.

A desk in pieces. Maybe work at home time is over.

A broken pot inside its identical partner. Now, this is a sad scene.

Here’s a pot on its own. Looks like plant culture didn’t go well.

The old recliner with a cup holder. This serious leisure item on the street means the tough times are back.

Box springs and door combo means someone didn’t clean their room on time. (Parent quote, “If you don’t clean up this room, I’m throwing your door and bed in the trash.”)

Well, that’s the tour. I hope you liked a little bit of nothing. Now relax have some food and enjoy the music.

 

 

73 thoughts on “Views of the Neighborhood – Potpourri”

    1. I wonder the same about the path. It looks like a project that has been in the works for a while but I can’t find any information about it. Recycling done right is a good thing. Thanks, Tim

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  7. Spring is avoiding our area (it’s 29 degrees right now) but taking a walk in your neighborhood promises its arrival–someday. I like your new path and hope the landscapers keep it natural. I loved the Kid Rock/Sheryl Crow song, John, first time for me. 😊

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  8. There’s lots going on, John. We just need your and our imaginations to get busy. Thanks for the equipment, and the bridge. I’d love to see if the pot on top of the bin makes it into the truck. I remember hearing the quote about the door. I didn’t make it very far down the menu. I’ll have a sliced brisket sandwich & tangy slaw. I hope you have a great week ahead.

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  10. It’s always nice to see the bus again.
    The recliner besides the trash looks lovely. 🙂
    It is always interesting to see what people through away. I can probably tell a lot about their lives.

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  12. I’m surprised someone didn’t claim that recliner. Reminds me of the episode in Big Bang Theory where Penny brings in a discarded chair and Sheldon finds it full of critters! I would definitely like the sliced brisket sandwich. We’ve only been to Texas once – for a boogie-woogie concert, which rocked the house. But the meat dishes there were incredible.

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  17. A thoughtful bit of nothing though, John, especially your speculation on the recycle stuff. The new walkway and pedestrian bridge will be nice improvements. I’m sure you will take us back for a walk when it is done. Loved everything on the menu! Thanks.

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  19. Kinda harsh to throw out somebody’s bed, don’t you think? Although, if they slammed that door once too often, I can sort of see where it might land outside on trash day! Love that pedestrian bridge over the water — great tour, John!

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  22. One man’s trash…I’d be snagging that big pot off the top of the trash can. I need one about that size. 🙂 Maybe I need to drive around the neighborhood. Fun day, John!

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  24. Hi John, you certainly won’t see stuff like that on the street here. The beggars trawl through the dustbins looking for stuff to try to sell. They also take recyclable plastic away as they get paid a small fee for it by government.

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  31. Haha. You saved the funniest for last. Yes, if you stop to think about the trash on the side of the road, all sorts of scenarios come to mind. LOL.
    I enjoyed seeing the work going on at the park. Enjoy the rest of the week, John. Big hugs.

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