The crowded streets of the lower east side can sometimes begin to blur together- creating an endless parade of anonymous blocks providing an equally endless array of stores and restaurants. With canopies of all colors hanging over the sidewalk, rallying for your attention, there's a great myriad of hues on an otherwise dark block. 

Cars sit in tighly-packed spots, stores are practically on top of each other, every inch of space is precious- Which is why I was surprised to see a big, green bike line going down the entire length of Clinton Street. While it's nice to see the bicyclists getting their fair due, that's a lot of room to give away to someone who may only use it a few times an hour.