What a difference a couple of blocks make! When I leave school some evenings, I will walk the 4-5 blocks to Hillsboro Rd. The last couple of nights I realized that the walk is shorter and I can get home quicker by walking just 2 blocks to 12th Ave. What amazes me is the difference in atmosphere between the two destinations! Near Hilsboro people are out everywhere and the walkway is well lit. Closer to 12th, the path is darker and more deserted. If it were not for the constant car traffic, I wouldn't even attempt it. It makes me wonder if the element of danger is created by the lack of lighting, then would better lighting make the area safer? Something for city planners and those of us walking in the area need to pursue.