I walk through Union Square twice a day on my way to and from work and there's always something fun going on there and it usually makes me smile. Today after work I saw this stage set up for Jewels on the Square. It looks pretty cool! I didn't stay for the concert but maybe I will next time. I love this city
I went to the Girl Talk concert at the Fillmore last night. It was AMAZING! I definitely recommend him to anyone who like to dance and have a good time!
Seriously these shoes are heaven. In the Saks 5th Avenue window right now they have all sorts of hot red shoes on display. I guess during Halloween they have a special shoe display in the store right now to celebrate the Wizard of Oz. Not sure why but whatever, I smile every morning (and evening) when I walk by.
We bought a Wii!!! I LOVE it. Seriously, everyone should invest in one! So much fun. And its not like any other video game system I've ever played. I mean I know this is old news because its been out for awhile. But its great because its a social video game. Erin and Marvin (pictured) were so inspired by our purchase that they bought one too!
My pumpkin that I carved at Steve's house on Saturday. There were lots of really great pumpkins but I am pretty proud of mine! I don't think the photo does it justice but its still pretty great! Happy Halloween!!
This is so sad. My prayers go out to Jennifer Hudson and her family. Sorry I didn't take a pic today...I suck.
So, I'm not sure where this trend came from but there are all these "natural frozen yogurt" places popping up all over the city. Instead of regular frozen yogurt it is actual yogurt (like Dannon kind that you buy in the grocery store) FROZEN. It took me awhile to be cool with the trend. I don't like the natural flavor but I tried the chocolate flavor from Yogurt Bar (by my office) today and it was pretty tasty. Not sure why it tastes so different from the natural flavor. I still love regular frozen yogurt better! What do you think...does anyone even know what I'm talking about?!
While I was at kickball, my roommates carved pumpkins!! I think these are (from left to right) a flamingo and palm tree (not sure how that's related to Halloween), some ghosts or goblins, and a 3 eyed pumpkins
JIMMY BUFFETT concert at Shoreline! So much fun!! My girls and I went with our dads and it was so fun!
On my way to the gym after work on Monday night, I noticed that there were a bunch of random bands playing on Market St on different blocks. I'm not sure if it was organized but they were really good. The guitarist in this band was actually pretty hot.
On Sunday we celebrated my grandma's 81st birthday at my uncle's house in San Jose. We made gnocchi and ravioli as a family. And my grandma was the master. It was so fun and such special family times (awww). It's a tradition I hope we can keep up!
Wedding cake at Steve's friend's wedding on Saturday night. Usually I hate wedding cake. People spend thousands on their cake and they taste like shit... why? I promise for my wedding I'm going to have a funfetti cake...what do you think of that?
Note: this cake was actually on the tasty side. And it was pretty
I borrowed this dress from my roommate to go out on Friday night. Nothing too exciting just a really cute dress. Nasty pic of me though
Amazing warm night in the city. I was waiting for some friends before a happy hour. So I grabbed some pizza and hung out in Washington Sq Park for a little bit. You can kinda see a guy in the middle of the photo doing yoga. I love San Francisco
So pretty much I NEED a new digital camera so I can take better pics for this blog. I tried to take a pic of the adorable Pop Warner football teams that practice before our kickball games. They are all tiny and so intense about football.
Adventures on MUNI--
Usually that title is referring to drunk bums or girls talking really loud on their cell phones while discussing PRIVATE sexual exploits. But today I was pleasantly surprised by this gentleman...playing the guitar on the 27 (one of the worst buses). Just minding his own music and playing Jethro Tull on his guitar. I wish all MUNI riders could be this peaceful.
Soo yeah this is cheesy and again I apologize for not posting an actual photo I took. BUT Steve FINALLY got back from Europe last night. While our reunion didn't look like this (me in sweats, him with 12 hour airplane breath) I am so happy for him to be home!
So I didn't actually take a photo today. I sat at home all day; lonng (but fun) night last night. Anyway, I LOVE the show "John & Kate Plus 8" It's so great! Last night a bunch of people crashed at our house. We all woke up tired and not wanting to go out to breakfast so I (with some great help) made breakfast for everyone. We had pancakes, eggs, and bacon. It was such a great breakfast. I spent $30 at the grocery store for 11 people. I felt like I was Kate G from John and & Kate Plus 8 making food for that many people. I can't imagine how much money they spend on groceries for all of them all the time. You really should check the show out if you haven't. Good stuff
I was just watching the finale of "I Want to Work for Diddy" and I literally got goosebumps when they announced the winner... I am so lame. I just really liked the two people who won! And it is undeniable that working for Diddy would be an incredible experience if you were interested in being in the entertainment world.
Dun dun dun... I went shopping today and I got some FIERCE work outfits (sorry I'm watching America's Next Top Model as I blog...) for work and spent WAAAAAY too much money. I'm dreading the next credit card bill...but at least I'll look good til it comes!
I'm sorry my posts have sucked this week. It's because I FINALLY got a job!! Hopefully I can keep this blog up even though my life (and spare time) has changed drastically!
Sorry I know I posted the same kind of picture last week. Sorry! I didn't go to the bar this week because I was so tired from my "change in schedule..."
Been watching "Mad Men" recently (still in Season 1 so don't spoil anything for me.) Its sooo good, as I'm sure you've heard all over the media. Betty Draper is definitely one of my favorite characters and I just loved the scene pictured above. So unlike her character its refreshing. If you haven't started watching the show get on it ASAP. The first season is on DVD and the second season is OnDemand if you have Comcast.
Home cooked meal at mom and dad's. Mom made the chicken and biscuits and grandma made the apple pie! Soooo great. I'm still full!
LOVE FEST...only the photos can explain. Brief summary...tons of floats with their each individual dj's playing techno and trance music. People of all ages, colors, creeds, sexual orientation dancing and possibly on an array of several drugs.
Oh and naked people...
This guy was watching the excitement from his apartment...and dancing in his underwear. Awesome, sorry you can't really see him.
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This is what Oktoberfest in San Francisco looked like on Friday night. Lots of fun, lots of beer.
Back to normal, FALL weather in San Francisco. Usually September/October are the warmest months of year. But as it gets darker earlier, I can feel fall coming. And that means change....
I think this video is really great and inspirational.
I mean I'm already registered to vote. It almost makes me want to do it again.
If you haven't registered... DO IT NOW!
www.maps.google.com/vote
This is my kickball team celebrating after our FIRST win of the season! I think it was like our 5th or 6th game hahah! Shotgun!
This is what it looked like last night when my iPhone took a photo of the "So You Think You Can Dance" Tour show at Oracle Arena. The show was awesome. I wish I had something better to show for it.
Okay so this post is going to be weird...
This is the artwork I saw on my way to dinner tonight. It was on the front of a house on 24th St in The Mission. It was an homage to Dennis Richmond, former Bay Area news anchor. Dennis Richmond had been on KTVU for 40 years. He was definitely my favorite news anchor and he retired earlier this year. I also had the opportunity to meet him a few times while I was working for the American Heart Association. He M.C.'d a lot of our events. He was about 60 years old when I met him but so handsome and very fit. My roommates constantly made fun of me for my mild crush and major appreciation for he and his work. So big ups to Dennis Richmond!
Here is the artwork: I apologize this isn't a better pic:
And here's a photo of the man himself:
NOW:
and THEN:
I'll miss you Dennis...
