Bay Area D-Addicts?
not to freak you out, but usually there are some aftershocks that follow. They're usually not as strong as the initial jolt. I would not worry about it so much. Again, living in this sort of area kind of does that to you. You don't live in fear of the next one that comes.mizune wrote:I live in (650) as well, but the swaying lasted longer than 3-4 sec.... Might have something to do with being on the 4th floor.
I just kept waiting for the other shoe to drop... wondered if I should go outside or what... ^_^;
For us east coast transplants, what exactly is the protocol for this? Tuck yourself in a load-bearing door frame?
When I was in grade school they used to always have earthquake drills. The protocol was to stand in a doorway like you mentioned and stay away from the windows if things start shaking. If you're outside, stand out in open areas away from potential falling objects.
Again, try not to think about it so much if possible. If there's another one there isn't much you can do by worrying about it now.
I was eating dinner and watching the season opener for the NBA. First I thought it was the Cal Train since I live near a big Bart Station; but then it kept shaking and getting stronger. The walls started to rumble; I heard my dishes clanging; so I thought, hmmm I guess this is actually an earthquake.
My initial thoughts, where are my shoes, keys, wallet so that I can rush out of my place if it gets too bad.
My second thought, nah... this isn't as strong as the Northridge earthquake.
My initial thoughts, where are my shoes, keys, wallet so that I can rush out of my place if it gets too bad.
My second thought, nah... this isn't as strong as the Northridge earthquake.
Whee! Everyone frm San Francisco! I really want to go there, lurve it though I've never been there! I'll be there in mid July this year. But, the group (7 inc me) I'm going with... Most prefer New York City to San Francisco and plan to just stay in San Fran for 3 days! I was so sad about that, but when they asked me what else can we do other than Golden Gate Bridge and Park, Chinatown, I really don't know much to say. I just want to breathe the air and watch the people, the life there! It's so much more of culture there right? Mostly Asian culture though ahah.
I know what I'm asking has nothing to do with the subject of the thread but I figured it's a great place to find out frm locals there since there are so many frm thE BAY HERE! Hope I revive this thread!...
Also, it'd be best if anyone can tell me... If I were to go to LA frm SF, is it best to travel by bus/train/plane? I'm cost conscious! Saving costs would be the best. I personally prefer trains but if it takes too long and it's too expensive, I'll choose an alternative. m_m
I know what I'm asking has nothing to do with the subject of the thread but I figured it's a great place to find out frm locals there since there are so many frm thE BAY HERE! Hope I revive this thread!...
Also, it'd be best if anyone can tell me... If I were to go to LA frm SF, is it best to travel by bus/train/plane? I'm cost conscious! Saving costs would be the best. I personally prefer trains but if it takes too long and it's too expensive, I'll choose an alternative. m_m
hey kyla, i've been to NY and SF, and i think SF is much better. i don't think NY sucks. in fact, i think it's a great place, but i had an excellent time in SF.
in any case, i'm sure taking the bus is cheapest from LA to SF, but it would take you the longest. if you shop early and wisely, you could probably find some good airfares with southwest, spirit air, or others.
aren't you traveling with the group?
in any case, i'm sure taking the bus is cheapest from LA to SF, but it would take you the longest. if you shop early and wisely, you could probably find some good airfares with southwest, spirit air, or others.
aren't you traveling with the group?
Stanford won too...Ginto-gin wrote: ... and Cal Bears won today. Go Cal Bears!!!
They're actually doing okay this year, surprise surprise!
What is it with the schools I went to doing terrible in sports when I actually attended them and then resurresting after I'm gone?
Erm... go Terps!
Well, you live in a region that is basically a desert 9 months out of the year and you learn to appreciate things....jholic wrote: never been much of a fan of rain. especially not if it's cold.
(although, yes, we have noticed that I tend to like inclement weather more than the opposite )
oh, i'm sorry. did you also attend the university of hawaii? while fred von appen was the head coach of our football team that went 5-31 over the three years he coached?mizune wrote:What is it with the schools I went to doing terrible in sports when I actually attended them and then resurresting after I'm gone?
maryland's one of the east coast teams that i like. that football coach of yours could use a wee bit of time on that treadmill, though.Erm... go Terps!
FEAR THE TURTLE!!
well, if you're from texas, i think you'll find the city of sf to be very different. and if you like the outdoors, you'll enjoy the fact that the entire city is all hills, so you will get to do a LOT of walking and hiking. i would just go and do the touristy stuff at least once. that way, if people visit you, you'll know which ones to take them to.
Some places you may wanna check out...
Berkeley: Shattuck and College street. Lots of little shops and great food. (I'm sure you're probably gonna go there eventually though)
SF: Union Square. Shopping galore. Also has Bloomingdale's/Westfield Shopping Mall.
Haight street: Very similar to College and Shattuck.
Pier 39: Very touristy area. Lots of seafood since it's on the pier. Try some clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl. Street vendors and performers (watch out for bush man). If you're in the area, go visit the world's most windiest street, Lombard Street.
Japan town: Not the best, but they have a kickass newly re-modeled Kinokuniya book store. Get your fill of manga, jmagazines, jnovels, etc here. If you want to catch a movie, the Kabuki Movie theater was recently re-modeled as well. It's now called the Sundance theater. Very chic and a little on the pricey side, but they have a bar which you can order from and you can drink alcohol while watching movie.
Broadway: One section of this street is filled with adult entertainment (strip clubs, peep shows, video/toy shops). You'll find a lot of military personnel here during the weekends. :-P
Not all of SF is filled with hills. There's lots of flat areas. Be prepared to take public transit and do your fair share of walking though.
There's a lot more... but you get the picture. There's lots to do. @_@
I've lived in the bay for 10+ years, so if you need some tips, lemme know.
Berkeley: Shattuck and College street. Lots of little shops and great food. (I'm sure you're probably gonna go there eventually though)
SF: Union Square. Shopping galore. Also has Bloomingdale's/Westfield Shopping Mall.
Haight street: Very similar to College and Shattuck.
Pier 39: Very touristy area. Lots of seafood since it's on the pier. Try some clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl. Street vendors and performers (watch out for bush man). If you're in the area, go visit the world's most windiest street, Lombard Street.
Japan town: Not the best, but they have a kickass newly re-modeled Kinokuniya book store. Get your fill of manga, jmagazines, jnovels, etc here. If you want to catch a movie, the Kabuki Movie theater was recently re-modeled as well. It's now called the Sundance theater. Very chic and a little on the pricey side, but they have a bar which you can order from and you can drink alcohol while watching movie.
Broadway: One section of this street is filled with adult entertainment (strip clubs, peep shows, video/toy shops). You'll find a lot of military personnel here during the weekends. :-P
Not all of SF is filled with hills. There's lots of flat areas. Be prepared to take public transit and do your fair share of walking though.
There's a lot more... but you get the picture. There's lots to do. @_@
I've lived in the bay for 10+ years, so if you need some tips, lemme know.
Amrayu~~~
Thanks so much!
That is awesome =) I think I walked up College street on my way to campus when i was up there for orientation, but I didn't have much time to explore. I'll definitely look into it more when I get up there I'm sure =)
I really can't wait for the Kinokuniya close to school... When I lived up in Oregon there was one about 2 hours from school, but nobody really had a car or gas money to get us there often haha.
Hopefully I'll be able to venture off into SF while I'm up there too. I have a few friends up there who commute to school, so maybe they can show me around to some of the places you pointed out to me also~
Thanks again!
Thanks so much!
That is awesome =) I think I walked up College street on my way to campus when i was up there for orientation, but I didn't have much time to explore. I'll definitely look into it more when I get up there I'm sure =)
I really can't wait for the Kinokuniya close to school... When I lived up in Oregon there was one about 2 hours from school, but nobody really had a car or gas money to get us there often haha.
Hopefully I'll be able to venture off into SF while I'm up there too. I have a few friends up there who commute to school, so maybe they can show me around to some of the places you pointed out to me also~
Thanks again!
And to help fill in some other things to do outside the city...amrayu wrote: There's a lot more... but you get the picture. There's lots to do. @_@
- Visiting Napa is always something ppl enjoy. It's very pretty during the season, but be prepared for crowds and traffic. Lots of good food and, of course, wine.
- Driving along the Cabrillo/Big Sur Coast Hwy (Rte 1) is always amazing. The drive south of Monterey (Big Sur Coast) is the most scenic, with plenty of places to stop and stare out over the cliffs at the Pacific Ocean, but the portion on the peninsula is also very nice with a lot more beaches along the way. Lots of surfing. There are also a lot of parks along the coastline where whales, seals, otters, starfish, and other sea wildlife can potentially be seen.
- And if you're driving on Rte 1 anyways, you might as well check out Monterey (and Carmel). The aquarium is nice and stocked with a lot of fish and wildlife that inhabit the bay (most of which I noticed are very edible or look like they should be very good to eat... ^_^;)
- Lake Tahoe anytime of year. Skiing or snowshoeing in the winter. Hiking, biking, climbing, and camping in the summer. Gambling in S. Lake Tahoe anytime of year...
- Muir Woods National Monument / Mt Tamalpais for redwoods and great views of the city from the North Bay.
Unfortunately, you'll probably need a vehicle to reach some of these places, but... :/
Wooops! Thought I replied to this a while ago
Thanks so much for the info mizune ^^ I'm not sure if I'll be bringing my car up there, but in the case that I can find some friends with them or borrow one, I'd love to go and check out some of these places. Can't agree more on driving up the 1 though... From what I remember it's a fantastic view, well worth the extra mileage it takes heading north.
Thanks so much for the info mizune ^^ I'm not sure if I'll be bringing my car up there, but in the case that I can find some friends with them or borrow one, I'd love to go and check out some of these places. Can't agree more on driving up the 1 though... From what I remember it's a fantastic view, well worth the extra mileage it takes heading north.
Didn't realize this thread was around until today!
I used to go to Berkeley and I've settled in SoMA in SanFrancisco. Maybe a bit too much, but I get a nice view of the Bay Bridge and I'm pretty close to the ferry building and AT&T park.
In any case, just adding my name to the list of Bay Area fans!
I used to go to Berkeley and I've settled in SoMA in SanFrancisco. Maybe a bit too much, but I get a nice view of the Bay Bridge and I'm pretty close to the ferry building and AT&T park.
In any case, just adding my name to the list of Bay Area fans!
HAHAHAHA...
if only i had remembered to check here more often?
but oh well, i didn't have that much time in SF when I was there last summer but i lurved it though ahha. i lurved the food in chinatown, i miss Asian food after being stuck in Yellowstone (though i lurve being s tuck there) while I worked there for 2.5 mths ha.
Wow, i'm happy to know i did some things mentioned ahha. Like driving along the Pacific Coast to Monterrey, cos me n my friends went on a road trip frm SF to LA then Anaheim. Gush, it was sooo beautiful! We saw the sea lions too, they were the giant ones haha. SUPER AMAZING! so many ppl stopped by ahha.
I like California a lot I guess. More specifically the cheaper food? haha. Like as compared to NY but I had a great time in NY too ahha. I managed to catch a Broadway musical "Hair Spray" for half the price of the front rows haha.
AHHH, made me miss my best summer ever, summer 2008 hahhaa. But it was so freakin' cold in SF late July haha. I was amazed, me and my friends too ahah. It's so easy to get around by public transport it's good!
if only i had remembered to check here more often?
but oh well, i didn't have that much time in SF when I was there last summer but i lurved it though ahha. i lurved the food in chinatown, i miss Asian food after being stuck in Yellowstone (though i lurve being s tuck there) while I worked there for 2.5 mths ha.
Wow, i'm happy to know i did some things mentioned ahha. Like driving along the Pacific Coast to Monterrey, cos me n my friends went on a road trip frm SF to LA then Anaheim. Gush, it was sooo beautiful! We saw the sea lions too, they were the giant ones haha. SUPER AMAZING! so many ppl stopped by ahha.
I like California a lot I guess. More specifically the cheaper food? haha. Like as compared to NY but I had a great time in NY too ahha. I managed to catch a Broadway musical "Hair Spray" for half the price of the front rows haha.
AHHH, made me miss my best summer ever, summer 2008 hahhaa. But it was so freakin' cold in SF late July haha. I was amazed, me and my friends too ahah. It's so easy to get around by public transport it's good!
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