Trip #434 Fairdale Street, Sheraden, Pittsburgh took place on April 19, 2020, and was published on May 4, 2020.
When there’s something we want to have, or do, or become, we often try very, very hard to bring it to fruition. Working hard to make a dream a reality is a good thing, but sometimes, we can become so focused on the ends that the means we use to get there can become contrived, forced, or orchestrated. We might be tempted (and even decide) to cut corners, take “short cuts,” or deal less than honestly with others if we see personal benefit in them. Is it any wonder then that we become exhausted by our journey or disenchanted once we reach the place we so eagerly desired? Stay true to who you are and what you believe as you pursue your goals. Those pillars will give you purpose and motivation far greater than any superficial incentive.
Field Notes: This flight that leads to Sheraden Park is destroyed – a large portion in the middle has fallen away. But the part that starts in the neighborhood has this lovely section with an old wooden fence and door.
Want to visit these stairs? You can locate them on the Pittsburgh City Steps Plan website!
See the Risograph print of this photo and story in the Mis.Steps Shop.
Be a good neighbor! Have you visited these stairs and found them in poor condition or that illegal dumping (large items like tires, old furniture, and construction debris) and trash were abundant in the area? There are two things you can do to take action and make our city steps cleaner and safer for everyone! First, grab a photo if you can, and submit a report to Pittsburgh 311. All problems, both broken stairs, and railings, as well as trash and dumping, should be reported to the city. You can easily do this online or by calling.
