Seattle is a city that loves its cars. Since I arrived over 30 years ago, there's been an ongoing argument about the funding of public transportation. After having traveled in places such as Barcelona, Vienna, Santiago, and yes, Italy too, our public transportation has sometimes felt very stuck in the past.

To be fair, our fair city is making the attempt and efforts are increasing (along with the cost). During my work week, I often take our underground and have been struck by its beauty. So, if you haven't had a chance to take public transportation in Seattle, spend a few moments with me now....

A very big tunnel was dug and then they put this in....
(Now was that so hard???)

Our sweet little Link that takes one to the airport (ummm, it takes a bit of time so plan ahead).

Signs of the past: In 1990 construction workers found this cast-iron wheel buried (and pains were taken to protect it) in a concrete underground vault. The wheel was a terminal sheave for Seattle's original cable cars which operated from 1880 until 1940.

If you double click, you can read more for yourself.

One thing I like about our underground is the artwork. Each station has it's own and I must say, it's interesting and unique. Here are just a few tidbits.

These two panels can be found at the Westlake stop.

This is at the Pioneer Square Station.

And Metro does put these up to remind us not to

It never hurts to have a little reminder....