Library bench

What could be better - benches + books! Bogotá, Colombia is setting up mobile libraries at bus stations and in parks:

Japanese benches

My sister, Mary Atkinson, recently traveled to Japan to support those affected after the Tsunami with massage. If you read about her worthwhile trip here, and please do - it's wonderful! - you may be surprised at how tranquil and beautiful these benches she found during her visit are:

Bench with a view

I love the idea of this farmer sitting down every so often and feeling such pleasure in where he was. If I know farmers, there would have been some weather watching too!