Time to Explore Home

When I'm on the road, wherever that may be on that particular day, nothing beats the satisfaction I get from seeing people's reactions when I tell them I'm from San Francisco. Sure, I'm actually from the East Bay, but to someone from another state, country, or even San Diego, it doesn't make a difference. But here is the problem--while I believe with all my heart it is the greatest city in the United States, I feel like I barely know it. I have lived my entire life in the Bay Area, so yes, this is slightly embarrassing.

Less than a month ago I ran my first full marathon--the Nike Women's San Francisco Marathon. It was amazing--I ran faster than expected, smiled the whole way, and thought the entire time "Wow, this city RULES!" So since I won't be travelling overseas during my winterbreak, I will be travelling here in California, devoting particular attention to knowing all the ins and outs of San Francisco. A friend will be visiting from Barcelona, which does add an ounce of convenience-- but while I have been to the major attractions and look forward to revisiting with her, what I'm particularly excited to explore is the diverse foodie culture and bar scenes that make me so grateful to be from Northern California.


Anyways, I guess all I'm trying to say is that we should make an effort to be explorers in our backyards as well. Happy Adventures :)

Pride Parade 2011

http://travel.nytimes.com/2011/05/15/travel/36-hours-in-san-francisco.html#