May in the bay brings sun rays and we make every attempt to soak them up!
(a strapless maxi helps minimize tan lines)
(Make sure to protect your eyes with sunnies and your skin with sunscreen)
(Reading can be exhausting so make some time to yourself to relax)
We are enjoying getting the chance to wear skirts and dresses as much as we can. It’s a nice luxury for us especially when San Francisco is always so cold. We are taking advantage of every second!
On a beautiful afternoon in the Bay Area, the best thing to do is eat berries, read a magazine, and lay out on the lawn. Why not do it in style?
(Maxi dresses are the easiest things to wear when the sun is out!)
(Make sure you have your Gucci sunnies on and lots of jewels, we’re in California after all!)
(Brittany and I both love Nylon magazine, it’s got a lot of fashion tips we would never think of)
(The best naps are under the sun)
The weather has been really warm lately and we are definitely trying to soak it up because it will be Winter before you know it!
Since I am taking off in just a few short weeks for Europe, I’ve been thinking about how much I really do love San Francisco. It’s such a beautiful city. I constantly find myself photographing it and even spending time photographing one specific place. One day, a while back, my friend Marc and I went photo adventuring near the Golden Gate Bridge. He’s an extremely talented photographer and a lot of fun to practice shooting with.
(Marc and I practicing portrait photography)
(Marc shooting some up close and personals with this bird. Not a bad setting.)
(Marc)
I will never get tired of photographing San Francisco! It’s an incredible city with some of the most breathtaking views. I’ll keep the blog updated with my take on other countries as well of course but I wanted to take a minute and share my love for one of the greatest cities in the world. Happy Thursday everyone!
So, a big part of city livin’ is taking public transportation and some days it can be smooth sailing. Other days, not so much. I know it’s a $2 ride but I think it’s time we start implementing some rules because it is clear to me that the Muni is a lot like the wild wild west; every man for himself.
Rule #1: All riders must be conscious.
This one is pretty cut and dry. Your ass better be awake for the entire ride or you’re outta there. This happened behind me on my ride home from work. If my rules were in place, he would be given a lollipop and asked to leave. Everyone goes home happy- he gets a little treat and we get the rest of the ride not having to position him back into place.
Rule #2: Cooking is for the Kitchen.
I didn’t take a photo of this one but trust me when I tell you a man sat next to me on the bus and took out two slices of WonderBread from his backpack. He then took out 4 packets of mayonnaise and proceeded to spread it on thick to create a disgusting ass mayonnaise sandwich. He took a bite and while chewing turned to me and asked, “would you like some?” Needless to say, I declined. Yes, it was thoughtful and yes, it tested my gag reflexes but please just wait until you’re at home to pull out the condiments. Thanks.
Rule #3: Double Decker Bus Style Please.
If we had double decker trains, scenarios like this wouldn’t happen. I would prefer to read my magazine in peace, not underneath a Mr. Clean look-a-like. But I would take this over a mayo sandwich any day.
Rule #4: Quit Hatin’, You Hater.
I’m not trying to say that everyone who rides public transportation should be wearing Gucci furs (Neiman Marcus example above with security wires still attached to the fur to prove I don’t own something this ridiculous). In fact, I like riding the bus with all kinds of people as long as you bathe regularly, don’t breathe on me, and keep your hands where I can see ‘em.
I feel like if my rules were followed we would all get places faster, make more money, and be overall more jolly. In actuality there will just be less horror stories for me to exchange with my friends, so I don’t know what is worse- having a stinky co-passenger or having no stories to tell. I guess I’ll take the stories for now.
Portugal. The Man has been one of my favorite bands for the past five years. And since moving back home to San Francisco two and a half years ago I have been able to see them play live three times. Each time better than the last and this past Friday’s show at the Independent was no exception. This show had these floating orbs that changed colors, which added a little flare I have never seen before. Check out the pics.
(Once the orbs changed to a solid color, so did the entire room)
(The Independent is a tiny venue, holding about 400 people. It feels like you are part of the band)
(If he took another step, he’d be in the crowd)
Check out a little snippet of the show. If you haven’t heard of them yet, you soon will. Their new album is due out June 4 and is produced by Danger Mouse.
When I heard one of my favorite bands was going to be coming to San Francisco and playing one of the smaller venues in town, I think I stopped breathing for a second. I knew I needed a ticket some how, some way. Problem is, the show sold out in 10 seconds! This show was not to be missed. Long story short, a very good friend of ours was looking out for my die-hard, Phoenix-loving, heart and found me a ticket to buy last minute. I will forever be grateful to him for the ticket. The show ironically fell on April 1st (I thought someone was punk-ing me at first) but this show was no joke. These parisian musicians played a 90 minute set including new tracks, Wolfgang Amadeus tracks, and even a few tracks from It’s Never Been Like That. Thomas Mars, the front man, took his time to connect with all concert goers and even walked through the crowd during the end of their set to get up close and personal with the back of the room. I had my phone to snap a few photos once I could snap out of my mega-crush on these talented guys.
(Opening with their brand new single “Entertainment,” Mars wasn’t scared to get up close and personal)
(During the instrumentals for Love Like a Sunset Part I and II, Mars laid on the ground and let the rest of the band carry everyone away with the beautifully trance provoking tunes)
(For the beginning of the encore, Mars came out with only one guitarist and covered Air’s “Playground Love” while sitting right on the edge of the stage in the crowd. It was incredible)
When it all sadly had to come to an end, the entire band joined Mars back on stage only to perform my most cherished Phoenix song… Rome!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. This band has a way of combining sounds and lyrics in such a fun and talented way. I’m in awe that I was able to see such a phenomenal band, in such an intimate setting. I’ll be seeing them again in less than two weeks at Coachella, however that time I’ll be joined by 80,000 others. With major rock star status, I feel so grateful that I was able to get a ticket to this show and gaze at them while they crooned the crowd.
Were any of your there, too?
I was looking through my photos the other day and some made me laugh while others made me say “what was that?!” Either way, they all bring back great memories and I thought I would share some of my favorites with you.
(Intently using the iPad while Brian watches the Super Bowl in the background!)
(Testing, is this thing on?!)
(Pier destruction!)
(The two best friends that anyone could ever have!)
(If I ever dared to doubt if our friendship is legit, I just have to look at this)
(One amazing year)
(My beautiful co-workers)
(Paris)
(Wine tasting in St. Michele)
(Just another day at the office)
(Wolves)
(My favorite frequency)
(Spring)
Snapping pictures with my phone has become one of my favorite hobbies. You never know what moment you’re going to capture.
Spring is here and that means hot pink work out clothes are where it’s at! I mean, I don’t work out too much but when I do, I like to make sure I am wearing something that stands out.
(Test your shoes out and make sure they have a spring in their step!)
(Hot pink Reebok’s are a must!)
(Always make sure you get a good stretch in)
The weather is finally starting to get warm and it’s a great time to soak up the sun anyway you want to. Whether it’s a long walk or a short run, it’s important to get that vitamin D!
The biggest news in San Francisco as of lately has been the lighting ceremony that took place on Tuesday night on the Bay Bridge. This holds a special place in my heart because this is the bridge I drive across all the time and I think it’s extremely beautiful. They have been testing the lights all week and in the beautiful weather we have had, the bridge was nothing less than magnificent. It’s currently the world’s largest LED structure with 25,000 LED lights individually programmed by Leo Villareal. For two years these beautiful, luminous lights will shine for you. Don’t miss out on a huge part of history right here in our own city.
(Isn’t it beautiful?? This is before the light ceremony. These are the standard lights)
(Right when the lights started, the rain began to pour down)
(The lights moved in all different patterns)
(It’s interesting and smart that all the lights on facing outward so that drivers cannot see any of the lights from the driving span. I could see this being very distracting if drivers could see the lighting)
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(Shannon invited me to come to her company’s roof top for the viewing and it was spectacular and breathtaking)
(The rain was creating these awesome huge bokeh dots)
(Sparkling)
This is such a beautiful site to see and a cherry on top of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. If you work in the city, don’t forget to take the long way home sometimes. In my case, this is what I see when I take the long way and it’s the best way to end my day. Enjoy!
Since the weather has been so beautiful in San Francisco, my friends and I decided to check out Angel Island. I had never been and my friend, Shannon, had so she knew it was worth the adventure. You have to take a Ferry there which was actually a lot of fun! We took the Ferry from Tiburon which is such a beautiful area so we decided to have lunch there first. After we got to the island, it was beautiful sights for miles.
(Catching the Ferry)
(Lots of sail boats enjoying the sun)
(I loved these little boats)
(The Golden Gate Bridge looked beautiful as always. Such a different view of it from Angel Island!)
(The Ferry leaving Tiburon)
(Hiking around beautiful Angel Island)
(There are a bunch of different camp sites you can stay at)
(Wish I knew who these people were to give them this photo! So cute)
(A bird and a bridge)
(My other friend Chelsea and Shannon)
(The views are incredible)
(Birds eye view)
(the colors are un-beatable)
(They have these amazing little benches everywhere to have lunch or just enjoy the views)
(I love this photo of them)
(Picturesque)
I definitely recommend this fun adventure to anyone. There is a walking loop, a biking loop, and so much more. They even have a little cafe and place to rent bikes right by where the ferry drops you off. It was even a great place for families because right where you get off the ferry is a large lawn with picnic tables and plenty of space for kids to play. We walked a lot of the loop that wraps around the island which was great for exercise, fun, and picture taking.
We hope you have a great weekend, Happy Friday!
