It started around 2002 when I encountered the Secret Bench of Knowledge outside of the National Library and Archives building on Wellington Street, Ottawa.
Benches offer a place to rest your feet, legs and back. They offer a place to sit down and eat that quick sandwich, poutine, to chat with a friend or make a new acquaintance. They offer a place to sit quietly, to observe the scenery and to contemplate your status in Life.
Sadly, they are often the last option as a place for the homeless to sleep. Too bad municipalities design them to prevent people from lying down. We need affordable, clean housing.
Updated by T.A. Jamone sometime in October 2023 hosted at NCF, my community ISP.
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