Typical restaurant scene: diner chatting on cell phone rudely disrupting the experience of other diners.

The great rush to depart the city, causes the same effect on return. These bikes don't look like they're secured well.

A succulent jerk chicken sandwich at Hutch's BBQ, Pasadena, CA.

A novel way of covering and converting a bath tub into seating space.

Morning rush hour commute into Los Angeles.

What is this supposed to be?

L.A.'s court and financial institutions.

Our sad representation of a river. It's flanked by railroad tracks and industrial warehouses for much of its trek. It's not like Angelenos can say, "Let's head to the river for the day!" We'd find nothing to do or there.

Long Beach is celebrating Gay Pride.

Newly redesigned Shoreline Village in Long Beach, CA.

Rollercoaster sculpture for The Pike, Long Beach, CA. I couldn't help but notice the sunset and the gorgeous sky.

I see these underground elevator trap doors around the city, but have yet to see one in use. Except for in the movies, of course.

We were shocked when we happened upon this huge Laughing Buddha in an auto dealership. We live in a predominantly Asian community, so I guess Buddha's bringing the dealership good luck? When Mojo shouts, "Take a picture!", I figure it's something worth noting! LOL This guy's taller than the building and makes an impression.

I wish we could have different imagery as we traverse the city via freeway. Graf seems to be everywhere and on everything. What an eyesore!

Interesting vanity plate. Is this the owner's nickname or favorite food?

Starstruck and merrily snapping away.

Bumper sticker says a lot about the healthcare crisis.

Intrigued by the services offered.

Poor commuter could only stand nearby and watch. Firemen arrived as I snapped. (Seen on commute home.)

Yet another film prop.

The leftmost building shaped like a bullet is city hall. Once the tallest building in Los Angeles.

Wherever you go in Los Angeles, someone's filming, interviewing or snapping photos.

Hopefully, he's found employment.

Thank God for spring. Summer is almost upon us.