Memory Lane

There is a public street on my way to karate that says "Memory Lane."  There is another sign on top of it that says "Dead End:."  It's great when civil engineers have a sense of humor.  But were they correct?  Is a trip down Memory Lane always a dead end?  I wouldn't recommend driving down there in a car that is likely to break down, but an occasional short walk on foot can be good for the soul. Not only safer, when you are on foot you are likely to notice the details.  Perhaps there will be some clues as to how you ended up where you are.  As random as life can seem, just looking back can show you that the path was clear.  There may have been a few dead end lanes along the way, but even they can contain charming little cul-de-sacs.  A safe place to ride your bike and play Four Square.