I am not saying that one can not see startling beauty while driving a motor vehicle to one’s place of employment.
I am suggesting, however, that one’s experience of it comparatively is rather obstructed, filtered of substance, and short-lived.
Pedaling to Work
Pondero 
It also take a bit more effort to stop and get out to look at the wonder. With the bike, it merely requires one to put a foot down.
I really need to get up your way for a ride.
that first barn pic is about perfect. Think I'll have to do my gritty urban commute tomorrow a.m. to honor this effort.