An Oakland landmark: A long line of palms running north along 9th Avenue from East 24th Street (I’ve never felt totally comfortable in cities that let numbered streets cross). I have no idea who planted the trees, when, or why exactly, since you don’t see many palms planted along residential streets. Since 9th Avenue is near the top of a ridge, you can see the trees for miles. Took the picture Friday on my way back to Berkeley from running an errand out to Kate’s school.
"You want it to be one way. But it's the other way."