I think the idea for my Neighborhood Speed Trap came from reading the old internet standby, "100 ways to be annoying", #84 - Sit in your front yard pointing a hair dryer at passing cars to see if they slow down.

On Saturday, it was time to try out my new Hot Wheels Radar Gun. Yes, they make a radar gun for kids, they work, and they are $20.

The plan was to see what road conditions would have the greatest impact on drivers. I would note the average speed of cars before and after placing some objects in view of passing drivers.

A police officer made a U-turn and stopped to have a chat. He asked what I was doing and if I was responsible for the pink tricycle. I explained everything. My neighbors also noticed and defended what I was doing. Also, they laughed a lot. And they took photos.