Spring Break

New Spring Game Pic. My man looks yummay!

Our attempt at a family pic at HB.

Paul and I drove back from SoCal yesterday. It was a much deserved break from all the hustle and bustle of work and school.  We had a few spats here and there, just because we're not used to being together 24/7, and we were driving each other a little crazy. After talking it out, we gave each other a short break and I walked over to the nail salon to get my nails done. I paid $26 for a mani AND a pedi, a quarter of what I would pay to get my nails done up north. Way to hook it up SoCal! Yes, I get excited about getting my nails done.

We got to hang out with the SoCal Super Friends, and had a blast going to "church" with them at Congregation Ale House. Although we were all sitting at the same table with the fellas, the wifeys had our own thing going on. Good times.

Paul and I did a lot of running, and I'm really glad I was able to improve my pace time. Holla'! I'm back son! Recognize.  Here's hoping I get into the Nike Women's Marathon this year. If not, I'll try again next year.

It was great hanging out with Aleks at Roscoe's. He and Paul got to sit down and discuss the details of Paul's upcoming tattoo. I can't wait to see that get started. Aleks is a true Renaissance Man from my perspective. I have much love for my homie.

We ended the vacation with a trip to the Coliseum for the USC Spring Game.  I'm a total bandwagon fan because of Paul, so I'm not even trying to front like I know all about the team. Haha. I had a blast getting Flat Stanley autographed, but the best part was just spending quality time with my man. I think we've started a great tradition in our relationship. Here's hoping SC will do well this upcoming season.

Anyhoo, I had a great time in SoCal. The Super Friends are making it tough for me to stay in NorCal. We'll see where I'll be in a year or so.

In Good Company

I headed out to the city today, to hang out with two of my homies, Glen and Dennis. It had been a while since we hung out together, and the witty banter and sarcasm was surely missed.

Being around these guys reminded me of why I love my community in SoMa so much. I've made a lot of good friends there, like-minded down-for the community and their homies kind of folks.  I take comfort in the fact that I can always count on these guys to keep it real with me. These guys are characters, and most definitely have character. It was nostalgic walking back to Bessie from Bayanihan. I forgot how much I miss walking around SoMa. I even got to pet a cool doggy along the way.

We started off with some Chico's and a short kick-it at Arkipelago Books with Tita Marie. I was hoping to run into Col. Ceguerra today, a beterano I met last weekend, but he didn't visit Tita Marie or the bookstore today.  I'll save the sketch book and charcoal sticks I got him for next time.

Glen had to leave early because he had plans with his Lola and Mom, so he dropped Dennis and I off at the Anarchist Book Fair at Golden Gate Park. It was a new experience for me. Now, I'm someone who doesn't get intimidated very easily, but the vibe in the place was a mixture of extreme individualism within a complete collectivism approach. Dennis and I hopped on the 71 bus afterwards, where he and I took different stops. I rode the Muni back to SoMa, and headed back to my car on 6th Street.

I had a great day in the city with good friends, and was almost sad to leave today. I wish Paul would've been there to enjoy the day with us, but it was also nice just to be with good friends for a change.