Did anyone here ever live in a house with an alley? I get the feeling that neighborhoods with alleys are becoming less and less common. Perhaps some ritzy neighborhoods, or those with garden-style homes (no driveway, garage in back).
I grew up with one. So I always considered them normal to have. They are mainly used for garbage collection, or for some people who have garages with rear entrances. They are nice for walking in if you don't want to deal with automobiles invading your "space."
I lived in a neighborhood briefly that didn't have any. It sort of made sense. They seem like they would be safer. No place for bad guys to hide at night. That made it difficult for me to go on long walks while I lived there, though. I had to be careful not to drink anything for a long time before, or I might have trouble making it home in time (if you know what I mean). That was a great convenience with alleys.
I can't believe all the strange places I used to go walking at night. It was never scary at the time, but thinking about it now really creeps me out!
By the way, I just had a dream that featured alleys and walking in them, which I posted in the Dream section, for anyone to enjoy free of charge. You're welcome, don't mention it.
I grew up with one. So I always considered them normal to have. They are mainly used for garbage collection, or for some people who have garages with rear entrances. They are nice for walking in if you don't want to deal with automobiles invading your "space."
I lived in a neighborhood briefly that didn't have any. It sort of made sense. They seem like they would be safer. No place for bad guys to hide at night. That made it difficult for me to go on long walks while I lived there, though. I had to be careful not to drink anything for a long time before, or I might have trouble making it home in time (if you know what I mean). That was a great convenience with alleys.
I can't believe all the strange places I used to go walking at night. It was never scary at the time, but thinking about it now really creeps me out!
By the way, I just had a dream that featured alleys and walking in them, which I posted in the Dream section, for anyone to enjoy free of charge. You're welcome, don't mention it.