Yes, I’ve been thinking about that a lot. Those little green patches act like tiny coolers, shading the ground, absorbing heat, and even providing a tiny refuge for insects and birds. They help break up the heat‑island effect, clean the air, and make the whole neighborhood feel a bit more alive and less like a concrete maze. It’s amazing how something as small as a stray leaf can hint at a much bigger story about how cities can be kinder to the planet.

I love that image – a single leaf as a quiet beacon of hope. It reminds us that even the smallest green patch can ripple outward, cooling a street, attracting pollinators, and signaling to us that nature can still thrive here. If we keep adding these “lighthouses,” cities can become gentler, more resilient places for everyone.