"Waking up to blue skies and sunshine in San Francisco is such a treat! This summer it seems that most of southern California is still waiting for summer to arrive, since most days have been cool and overcast. I still had today to see some of the many sights of San Francisco and since I have been here many times, I hoped my memory would serve me well. I started out walking down the street to check out Witchcraft on Janet's recommendation, but it was too early and they weren't opened yet so I kept walking till I found this delightful café for some tea and a nosh. As I left there, which way to go? What to do? There is so much to do and see in San Francisco!
I headed toward the cable cars but the lines were so very long and I didn't want to wait, so just started headed up the street and found myself in Chinatown and spent some time walking around taking in all the sights and smells, all of which fascinate me! Through a combination of cable cars and street cars I worked my way to Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf, which was so busy! People watching, vendors and street performers makes it a fun place to spend an afternoon. I could take a boat ride, fly a kite...no really! bike across Golden Gate bridge or just walk around and browse through all the shops, which is what I did. I didn't buy much, just a t-shirt as one can never have too many! From there I walked to the Ferry Landing, which for me was a new experience and what a wonderful one it was. It is a gourmet cook's delight and wish that I could bring the entire place back to San Diego with me! Fresh meats, seafood, chocolates and on and on. I enjoyed the rest of the day there and then it was time to head back to the hotel.
I quickly made a stop to see the boutique which is beautifully displayed by Madonna Needleworks and Needle in Haystack and Ruth Kern Books. I will still need to spend more time in there. As I was leaving I walked by the frameweights "Ms Clawdette Crabbe" and decided that I might need just one more, which I did.
Tonight was the opening banquet and the room was filled! I have heard that there are over 600 registered for this seminar. Tomorrow is my class and I do plan on spending lots of time in he boutique and book store! Also in the plans for this week is a visit to Marlene's Finishing and Needlepoint Inc!"
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Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com Archived Yahoo 360 postings at http://profiles.yahoo.com/chillyhollow
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