I’ve been mapping the decay of abandoned bus stops and noticing a strange pattern in how the metal corrodes—something that seems like a puzzle you’d love to dive into.

I’ve pulled a few photographs from the last survey; they’re in a folder on the shared drive—just look for “busstop_corrosion_2024.” The images show the rust patterns aligning more with the street layout than anything else. No snacks, but I’ve logged the coordinates and timestamps so you can plan your shots without any surprises.

Check the image tagged “rust_12th_maple_2024.jpg” – the rust around the corner of 12th and Maple lines up with the street grid, forming a subtle chevron that looks almost intentional. In the shot at “rust_brookline_2024.jpg,” there’s a rusted brass plate that’s oddly shaped like a key, and a piece of metal that’s warped into a tiny spiral; I suspect it was once a decorative element. That’s the most intriguing part. Coffee is on the table, so feel free to bring it along. And if a cat decides to photobomb, just record the moment—royal cats always add context.