We got into San Francisco yesterday evening after a long flight. I’d forgotten how tiring flying can be. (And I’m getting a bit nervous about spending 17 straight hours on a plane this summer!) Still, we arrived safe and sound, and just in time to wait around for the super shuttle. Yep. Wait, and wait. Eventually, though, we made it to the hotel, got registered for the conference and headed to Macy’s for dinner. Yep. Macy’s. There’s a Cheescake Factory right in the store there. I don’t know how a person would go about finding it on their own, but we had good directions. And, it was yummy.
Dad was a great sport listening to Mandy and I all day yesterday in the car and on the plane. Today, though, he headed off with Marcus, and I haven’t heard from him since. I would imagine the two of them are getting into all kinds of trouble. 😉
It’s been a lot of fun to run into folks from my “former” life. It’s been especially fun to bump into people where I wouldn’t have expected – or even some I just flat didn’t know I’d see. I got to talk briefly with AnnMarie this morning and then saw C.O. and Harold as we were leaving for the evening. I also heard my name at lunch today and turned to find a friend, Jason, from Unalakleet. I’ve also caught up with some of my past SFA teammates. Tomorrow I’m having lunch with my friend and former colleague, Sharon, and intend to get caught up on her life! It makes me miss pieces of my past…
Anyway, the time here has been fast, but good.
We walked past the apple store today, and of course I thought of Bill.
Tonight we headed down to the Fisherman’s Wharf. We just walked around, looked at the shops, and saw some street entertainment. We got passes for the cable cars, buses, and BART (whatever that stands for), so we’re pretty set for getting around. I’m thankful that DeeAnn is confident, as I wouldn’t have known how to maneuver around here.
Tomorrow it’s more conference and possibly a trip to a restaurant on top of some building… apparently you can see the whole city from there.
Looks like you are having tons o’ fun! Glad you can catch up with some friends. That’s always fun. And I hope Dad finds his way back safely. Saw your niece-ew on ultrasound yesterday. He/she is perfect, and I think is coming out with a Duluth pack for camping! Love you!
Hello!
It looks like you’re having a great time! I won’t lie, the flight to Australia is LONG, but SO, SO worth it! Hopefully you get a few good in-flight movies!
Safe travels!
Melissa
Oh my goodness… you’re in San Francisco?! And seeing so many people from Alaska and SFA. I hope you enjoy your time and get caught up with many people from your “former” life!!
Have Fun!!!
Looks like fun! Can’t wait to hear more stories.
Miss you lots
xoxo
BART stands for Bay Area Rapid Transit 😉
Josh
Leave it to Josh to know that little bit of useLESS knowledge 🙂 I love San Francisco, have lots of fun!!!!
Steph (Stacie’s sister)