Hidden gems plucked from obscurity: vintage keys with forgotten stories, street art tucked in alleyways, natural rock formations that mimic faces. These discoveries celebrate the thrill of the unexpected—the joy of spotting magic in mundane places. Whether man-made or nature-crafted, each find whispers, “Look closer.” Because wonder isn’t always grand; sometimes, it’s small, strange, and waiting just off the beaten path.
Someone sold a tank for 107k on Bring a Trailer.
This house waiting on a new basement.
Found five four leaf clovers in one yard due to crazy amounts of nutrients in soil.
Emergency response alarms for things other than fires.
The lab where I conduct mechanical engineering experiments.
A jacket I inherited from my dad still has the twin towers in its logo.
My hotel painted furniture on the wall instead of putting actual furniture there.
My local Wendy's started using a scale to make sure everything is in the bag.
They handed out challenge coins for Deepwater Horizon aid and clean up efforts.
Surfboard rack on new public transport in Perth, Australia.
In Romania/Bulgaria they sell beer in 3 liter plastic bottles.
Ca' d'Zan, home to John Ringling of Ringling Circus.
Glass negative of a man with his brand new Triumph motorcycle, circa 1900s.
This small bookstore has an "Erotica & Math" section
Life cycle of strawberries.
40oz water I got while working in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.
Cut a hole in my gate for my dog.
This is the green birdflower, native to Australia, and its flowers are shaped like humming birds.
Pizza King restaurants have a phone at every table to order your food, instead of a server taking your order.
I'm working in a building that has records over 200 years old.
My local store sells guacamole kits.
My accommodation for the next 2 weeks on a UK oil rig.