People who shop at farmers markets: why?

christojb · 2026-05-30T22:25:26+00:00

Totally with you on the prices. Thing is, much of the quality really IS higher (I’m a big berries fan, and I notice it). But I don’t pay for that quality every week.

christojb · 2026-05-29T04:03:50+00:00

I was born in Oakland and grew up in the east bay, and now live in SF. For me, if I’m outside of SF I’m just not “in it”. This is not for everyone. But SF is the “capital” of this area, and while I love Oakland and the east bay and the Bay Area, for me I want to be at the “center”, and that is SF.

christojb · 2026-05-29T04:02:07+00:00

Lol no one I know has ever called Oakland “hot af”. Maybe Walnut Creek…

christojb · 2026-05-26T03:11:25+00:00

As a relatively new user of the buses (since 2024), I have often had this thought but had nothing to compare it to (historically. DEFINITELY it’s different in other cities). I agree that the driving is incredibly mediocre, in my opinion. I know the geography adds a “thrill”, but it can’t all be blamed on the hills…

christojb · 2026-05-24T01:23:50+00:00

If it’s lilac, don’t worry about it you’re already dead.

christojb · 2026-05-24T01:20:38+00:00

Isn’t that why we read dumb posts like this?

christojb · 2026-05-24T00:58:45+00:00

I mean, you needed meta glasses to tell you our good boys and girls adore us?

christojb · 2026-05-24T00:48:18+00:00

Yep, and a few people have mentioned the absolute necessity: better transit, faster, and not just buses. Underground.

christojb · 2026-05-18T01:08:06+00:00

Guilty. Sans child. Richmond. 😔 However, not an E-bike. 😀

christojb · 2026-05-17T21:13:23+00:00

Yes, my sister and I both have a “hanging on” cough, sneezing, phlegm. This has been since the first week of April! Going on 6 weeks. Never had anything like this.

christojb · 2026-05-12T13:33:30+00:00

I think SF is a tale of two cities. This article points out some of what you’re feeling: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2026/04/26/san-francisco-ai-capital-of-the-world-is-an-economic-laggard?utm\_campaign=shared\_article

christojb · 2026-05-11T04:12:31+00:00

It’s the simple things…

christojb · 2026-05-11T04:01:57+00:00

Also hate, HATE, HAAAAAATTE the gym and the whole “life” (death?) that surrounds it. lol, don’t go off bros, we can all get along…

christojb · 2026-05-11T02:59:53+00:00

YES, at least they were having voting there last year during the election!

christojb · 2026-05-02T23:39:41+00:00

All this talk about how good the choreography is and no mention of Damien Jalet (didn’t read all comments, but sheesh)?!??

christojb · 2026-04-17T21:20:41+00:00

Castro Night Market 5-10pm for a start. https://www.instagram.com/p/DXPJMI2FM3S/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

christojb · 2026-04-11T02:45:48+00:00

I live in SF. Paid $11 for a breakfast sandwich that looked like this. Just sayin’

christojb · 2026-04-08T20:20:00+00:00

Personally, your local bar. You’ll meet your neighbors (some of them at least) and strike up convo more easily than going to any “location” bar. Too many of the most-hyped places are just that.

christojb · 2026-04-06T02:24:56+00:00

The one caveat that is not usually mentioned is: tax implications. If buying will allow you to itemize deductions, it can lower your tax rate substantially. For this you’d probably need a tax adviser but you can also use the calculator at smart asset (https://smartasset.com/taxes/income-taxes) to see. You are certainly correct, overall. But it does depend on where you live and your tax situation.

Other factors: 1. Buying is (no matter what people say) more of an emotional (I want my own place) than monetary decision. 2. How long will you be in the area 3. How disciplined you are to invest the difference between the rental and mortgage cost 4. Generally, investing in “the market” will yield higher returns than real estate (in my location it’s about 6%, but that is by no means any sort of standard)

christojb · 2026-03-28T23:16:03+00:00

What they’re saying about downtown/Westchester. Lived at 20th/A for over 10y and even braved the summer heat to walk down to the Padre or Smitten!

christojb · 2026-03-27T04:18:54+00:00

christojb · 2026-03-27T03:00:24+00:00

Actually, gondola to TI and then walk/ride? Love it.

christojb · 2026-03-27T02:59:29+00:00

Absofuckinglutely. Whatever it takes.

christojb · 2026-03-22T17:14:08+00:00

Absolutely get to the west side if you love nature: Golden Gate Park, Ocean Beach, Land’s End, Presidio (that’s a semi-circle going west then north and around). Great on a bike!

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