I pretty much spent the first half of my work day today researching and brainstorming restaurants for dinner in San Francisco next week with my team. At work, I'm 1 in 5 coordinators (all women) across the U.S. Next week we have a RMC (Regional Marketing Coordinator) Team Meeting/Retreat for just us, and I volunteered to find places we can go to for dinner since I'm the only one from California. The other gals are from Dallas, Atlanta, Chicago, and New York. I'm so excited to finally meet them all in person! Anyway, I was so proud of the list I came up with that I wanted to save it somewhere. When I get a promotion, I'm going to Gary Danko! I know that I'm missing a whole bunch of my favorite spots in SF, but this is more than plenty for now. :)
(This was cut and pasted from the email I sent to the gals.)
Hi ladies,
So here are some options for Monday dinner based on location/neighborhood. I didn’t know if you gals wanted some place fancy, casual, in between, touristy, historic, or fun, so I tried to include a variety of places… including some of my favorites!
North Beach – Little Italy
-The House http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-house-san-francisco
-Sotto Mare http://www.yelp.com/biz/sotto-mare-san-francisco
-Park Tavern http://www.yelp.com/biz/park-tavern-san-francisco
-Rose Pistola http://www.yelp.com/biz/rose-pistola-san-francisco
Nob Hill
-Crustacean http://www.yelp.com/biz/crustacean-restaurant-san-francisco
-Harris’ Restaurant http://www.yelp.com/biz/harris-restaurant-san-francisco
-House of Prime Rib http://www.yelp.com/biz/house-of-prime-rib-san-francisco
Ferry Building/Embarcadero – FYI, our Tuesday dinner will be in Embarcadero
-The Slanted Door http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-slanted-door-san-francisco
-Osha Thai http://www.yelp.com/biz/osha-thai-san-francisco-3
Fisherman’s Wharf – If you want to be tourists
-Gary Danko http://www.yelp.com/biz/gary-danko-san-francisco
-Forbes Island http://www.yelp.com/biz/forbes-island-san-francisco
Marina – Trendy neighborhood with young professionals
-Umami (sushi) http://www.yelp.com/biz/umami-san-francisco
-Umami Burger http://www.yelp.com/biz/umami-burger-san-francisco
-Zushi Puzzle http://www.yelp.com/biz/zushi-puzzle-san-francisco-2
-Atelier Crenn http://www.yelp.com/biz/atelier-crenn-san-francisco
-Isa http://www.yelp.com/biz/isa-san-francisco
Haight – Where the young hipsters/hippies go and my fav neighborhood in the city. This is also my favorite area to go shopping.
-Cha Cha Cha http://www.yelp.com/biz/cha-cha-cha-san-francisco-4
-The Alembic http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-alembic-san-francisco
Sunset
-Thanh Long http://www.yelp.com/biz/thanh-long-san-francisco
Richmond
-PPQ Dungeness Island http://www.yelp.com/biz/ppq-dungeness-island-san-francisco-2
I’m hungry now.
Friday, August 17, 2012
Thursday, August 16, 2012
The Little Things... (Repost from my Tumblr - February 16, 2011)
I’ve always been in a relationship or some “sort” of relationship (hehe) or had a crush… so every time I did anything, I thought for two. “Shopping time! Oh wait, let me get him a new tie! It’s going to look so cute on him!” “I feel like dinner tonight with my girls. Oh, but let me get him something to go!” FOR THE RECORD: I’m not complaining, I take pride in the way I’ve treated my men. It’s my way of being generous and there is nothing wrong with being thoughtful or spoiling anybody. But sometimes, you start to feel resentful. You KNOW when someone is taking advantage of you. Then you start to focus on all of the THINGS. Up until my early twenties (how sad… I’m in my mid-twenties now), I was mostly resentful and oober materialistic and measured their love for me with stuff. It’s a disappointment to remember how I was because even though I was generous, I had selfish-thinking. I didn’t give enough attention to the little things. You won’t be happy if you think like that.
It hasn’t been until recently that I started to value the little things and gain more selfless-thinking. Don’t get me wrong—I will still spoil any man I’m involved with, but I no longer expect anything pretty in return. It’s nice, but it’s not required. If I fell for you when you had nothing, obviously I don’t want you now for something. Don’t worry, no one is taking advantage of me right now. I just think it’s funny and rather naive when people make assumptions about the kind of relationship you have or had with someone. When you see someone doing anything in their power to make you happy—selflessly—that’s when you know they care.
Last night I was talking on the phone, and I was trying to remember all of the “little” things that have been done for me. All of the presents that money could never buy. And even when money was spent, I thought of the journey that went along with that gift—because sometimes that matters too. You don’t have to continue reading… I’m actually going to start bragging now.
On my birthday, I was stuck at work and he was unemployed. What did he do? He lived an hour away but drove to meet me on my lunch with burritos from a favorite joint we discovered together. We had a random picnic at a random park.
He walked into my work, handed me a box of our favorite chicken, and walked right out without saying a word.
“V-day in a box” complete with corny red-heart wrapping and popcorn, a DVD, and my favorite chocolate.
On another Valentine’s day, we were both working late. He coordinated with my best friend to have her drop me off at the hotel he worked at after our shift was done. I don’t even think he was done with his shift, but he rushed me to a room that was filled with music, candles, and rose petals… complete with a dinner for two. Hella corny, but I felt pretty damn special.
A home-made card that was more like a flipbook. Last page said, “Will you….” and I had to open up another flap that read… “be mine?”
A “mix-tape” CD with corny love songs and a collage of pictures on the CD itself and on the outside cover.
I had to cancel vacation plans to LA with friends at the last minute because I was short the moolah. He was going to a sold out event in LA with other friends the same weekend. Without me asking, he made arrangements for me to get there (I had a free flight home). Once we were there, he drove me around to meet up with my friends (SoCal is huge). Plans fell through. After a lot of effort, he got me a ticket to the sold out event with the little money he had and I had the time of my freaking life. He later shared that he almost gave his ticket to a friend to take me to Disneyland instead just because he hated seeing me sad. I would have been happy either way! He refused to let me give up.
I told him to leave me alone and meant it, but he stayed. As women, we know that saying “leave me alone” is a test sometimes. It really means so much more when you mean it, but he really stays! haha
Washing my car, going to bed early because I am, random kisses, making dinner, bringing me lunch because I spent all of my money, doing my laundry, trying to surprise me after already ruining a surprise, rushing home just to snuggle, making my problems his problems, getting picked up at 4am because my ride was drunk, noticing my love for lemon, watching all of my girly TV shows, thinking long-term, sitting in the carpool lane with me on his day off because I’m running late for work…
I can go on for days because I’ve finally learned that these matter most when you’re with someone special, and you should never ever ever keep track because you’re not having a competition.
I’m glad I’m not that selfish anymore. Appreciate the little things, appreciate him, appreciate her. But also, don’t hesitate to do some spoiling either. Just be good to each other, but if you cheat on me, you might get stuck with a $6k credit card to pay for….. ahahha JUST KIDDING ;)
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Update: August 16, 2012
I have another (vague) thing to add to my list...
Surprising me with a picnic (sort of) lunch of one of my favorite foods, and making me feel comfortable in the most uncomfortable place.
It's a nice feeling remembering all of the sweet little things! I miss having a him.
It hasn’t been until recently that I started to value the little things and gain more selfless-thinking. Don’t get me wrong—I will still spoil any man I’m involved with, but I no longer expect anything pretty in return. It’s nice, but it’s not required. If I fell for you when you had nothing, obviously I don’t want you now for something. Don’t worry, no one is taking advantage of me right now. I just think it’s funny and rather naive when people make assumptions about the kind of relationship you have or had with someone. When you see someone doing anything in their power to make you happy—selflessly—that’s when you know they care.
Last night I was talking on the phone, and I was trying to remember all of the “little” things that have been done for me. All of the presents that money could never buy. And even when money was spent, I thought of the journey that went along with that gift—because sometimes that matters too. You don’t have to continue reading… I’m actually going to start bragging now.
On my birthday, I was stuck at work and he was unemployed. What did he do? He lived an hour away but drove to meet me on my lunch with burritos from a favorite joint we discovered together. We had a random picnic at a random park.
He walked into my work, handed me a box of our favorite chicken, and walked right out without saying a word.
“V-day in a box” complete with corny red-heart wrapping and popcorn, a DVD, and my favorite chocolate.
On another Valentine’s day, we were both working late. He coordinated with my best friend to have her drop me off at the hotel he worked at after our shift was done. I don’t even think he was done with his shift, but he rushed me to a room that was filled with music, candles, and rose petals… complete with a dinner for two. Hella corny, but I felt pretty damn special.
A home-made card that was more like a flipbook. Last page said, “Will you….” and I had to open up another flap that read… “be mine?”
A “mix-tape” CD with corny love songs and a collage of pictures on the CD itself and on the outside cover.
I had to cancel vacation plans to LA with friends at the last minute because I was short the moolah. He was going to a sold out event in LA with other friends the same weekend. Without me asking, he made arrangements for me to get there (I had a free flight home). Once we were there, he drove me around to meet up with my friends (SoCal is huge). Plans fell through. After a lot of effort, he got me a ticket to the sold out event with the little money he had and I had the time of my freaking life. He later shared that he almost gave his ticket to a friend to take me to Disneyland instead just because he hated seeing me sad. I would have been happy either way! He refused to let me give up.
I told him to leave me alone and meant it, but he stayed. As women, we know that saying “leave me alone” is a test sometimes. It really means so much more when you mean it, but he really stays! haha
Washing my car, going to bed early because I am, random kisses, making dinner, bringing me lunch because I spent all of my money, doing my laundry, trying to surprise me after already ruining a surprise, rushing home just to snuggle, making my problems his problems, getting picked up at 4am because my ride was drunk, noticing my love for lemon, watching all of my girly TV shows, thinking long-term, sitting in the carpool lane with me on his day off because I’m running late for work…
I can go on for days because I’ve finally learned that these matter most when you’re with someone special, and you should never ever ever keep track because you’re not having a competition.
I’m glad I’m not that selfish anymore. Appreciate the little things, appreciate him, appreciate her. But also, don’t hesitate to do some spoiling either. Just be good to each other, but if you cheat on me, you might get stuck with a $6k credit card to pay for….. ahahha JUST KIDDING ;)
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Update: August 16, 2012
I have another (vague) thing to add to my list...
Surprising me with a picnic (sort of) lunch of one of my favorite foods, and making me feel comfortable in the most uncomfortable place.
It's a nice feeling remembering all of the sweet little things! I miss having a him.
Where has the year gone?
I can't believe it's the middle of August already. This time last year I was interviewing for my current job... so crazy. Let's see what has happened since my last post...
-Went to Coachella and had the greatest time of my life! I probably slept a total of 8 hours that whole weekend, but it was well worth it. I even drove home the whole way! Go me! Already got my tickets for next year... 8 more months until Coachella 2013.
-Wedding festivities - I was a bridesmaid for Therese -- suuuuuper fun! Bachelorette party, bridal shower, bridal tea party, etc. etc. etc.
-Planned and attended a gajillion work events
-My beloved Uncle Gally passed away, but at least heaven gained an angel. :)
-Didn't go to EDC after all, but didn't really care to go anymore anyway.
-Birthdays, BBQs, sporting events, and shows... oh my!
-Got a stupid speeding ticket - my 2nd one ever! The last one was when I was 19. $234 or $291 with traffic school. :(
-DISNEYLAND!!!!!! I have definitely been taking advantage of my annual pass.
-Some business travel
-Looked into doing wedding planning on the side and scored some opportunities... I can't wait for this to start!
-Opted out of my Sharks season tickets this year because I decided to get Niners season tickets at the Santa Clara stadium instead.
-Las Vegas (again) with the girlies and went to EBC 2 days in a row.
-Hard Summer Music Festival in LA
-The Do Over in LA!!!!!!!
-Outside Lands Music Festival in SF
-My little sister turned 21 just a few days ago (August 13). Oh how I (barely) remember being 21... What crazy person would drink Patron shots, Jager bombs, Silverbacks, and LCs (liquid cocaine) all in one night? Anyway, good luck to your liver, sis.
What I'm looking forward to...
-More business travel!!
-Rock the Bells - which is 2 days this year
-Football season for 2 reasons --
1. My Niners season tickets
2. Fantasy football with the boys - I think this is going to be our 4th year together.
-Treasure Island Music Festival
-Oktoberfest
-Being a Godmother for the first time to baby Stella Marie!!!!!!!!
-Holy Ship!! Holy Ship!! Holy Ship!!
-Even more shows and sporting events!
.TIME FLIES! MAKE SURE YOU HAVE FUN!
-Went to Coachella and had the greatest time of my life! I probably slept a total of 8 hours that whole weekend, but it was well worth it. I even drove home the whole way! Go me! Already got my tickets for next year... 8 more months until Coachella 2013.
-Wedding festivities - I was a bridesmaid for Therese -- suuuuuper fun! Bachelorette party, bridal shower, bridal tea party, etc. etc. etc.
-Planned and attended a gajillion work events
-My beloved Uncle Gally passed away, but at least heaven gained an angel. :)
-Didn't go to EDC after all, but didn't really care to go anymore anyway.
-Birthdays, BBQs, sporting events, and shows... oh my!
-Got a stupid speeding ticket - my 2nd one ever! The last one was when I was 19. $234 or $291 with traffic school. :(
-DISNEYLAND!!!!!! I have definitely been taking advantage of my annual pass.
-Some business travel
-Looked into doing wedding planning on the side and scored some opportunities... I can't wait for this to start!
-Opted out of my Sharks season tickets this year because I decided to get Niners season tickets at the Santa Clara stadium instead.
-Las Vegas (again) with the girlies and went to EBC 2 days in a row.
-Hard Summer Music Festival in LA
-The Do Over in LA!!!!!!!
-Outside Lands Music Festival in SF
-My little sister turned 21 just a few days ago (August 13). Oh how I (barely) remember being 21... What crazy person would drink Patron shots, Jager bombs, Silverbacks, and LCs (liquid cocaine) all in one night? Anyway, good luck to your liver, sis.
What I'm looking forward to...
-More business travel!!
-Rock the Bells - which is 2 days this year
-Football season for 2 reasons --
1. My Niners season tickets
2. Fantasy football with the boys - I think this is going to be our 4th year together.
-Treasure Island Music Festival
-Oktoberfest
-Being a Godmother for the first time to baby Stella Marie!!!!!!!!
-Holy Ship!! Holy Ship!! Holy Ship!!
-Even more shows and sporting events!
.TIME FLIES! MAKE SURE YOU HAVE FUN!
Friday, March 30, 2012
I love my job, but TGIFF!
TGIFF--I've been saying this every Friday of my 8-to-5-Monday-through-Friday life... and it never gets old. Please don't ask me what the other "F" stands for because I'm sure you can figure it out. Don't get me wrong, I love my job, but we all need a break sometimes, and that's why I looOOOoooOooove the weekend.
Anyway, I can't help but think about how happy I am at my new job because it's more than just a job, it's a motherfreakin' career. I've been on this career path since 2008, and I am FINALLY right where I need to be. What exactly do I do? I do legal marketing for the largest labor and employment law firm in the world (loud and proud!). This means I help positively market my firm and the attorneys within my firm, which entails a lot of researching, writing, planning, collaborating, socializing, showing off, and thinking - 7 things I already love to do on the regular. ;) I'm part of a large marketing team that spans across the U.S., and I work with 3 managers to support all of the offices in California and the Pacific Northwest, including our headquarters, San Francisco... phew! When my sister asks me what I do, which she asks me about once a week, I tell her that I pimp attorneys. It's true... We help make our attorneys look good and sell their business to top-notch clients. Shoot, I think I'm going to copy and paste that description in my LinkedIn profile now.
One part of my job, that I absolutely looooooove, is event planning. I'm currently prepping for 3 events next week in San Francisco, Seattle, and Anchorage. Come on, stress, bring it! Until then, I can't wait lay around in my pantulog and watch my favorite shows on my 46-inch for the next two days.
Anyway, I can't help but think about how happy I am at my new job because it's more than just a job, it's a motherfreakin' career. I've been on this career path since 2008, and I am FINALLY right where I need to be. What exactly do I do? I do legal marketing for the largest labor and employment law firm in the world (loud and proud!). This means I help positively market my firm and the attorneys within my firm, which entails a lot of researching, writing, planning, collaborating, socializing, showing off, and thinking - 7 things I already love to do on the regular. ;) I'm part of a large marketing team that spans across the U.S., and I work with 3 managers to support all of the offices in California and the Pacific Northwest, including our headquarters, San Francisco... phew! When my sister asks me what I do, which she asks me about once a week, I tell her that I pimp attorneys. It's true... We help make our attorneys look good and sell their business to top-notch clients. Shoot, I think I'm going to copy and paste that description in my LinkedIn profile now.
One part of my job, that I absolutely looooooove, is event planning. I'm currently prepping for 3 events next week in San Francisco, Seattle, and Anchorage. Come on, stress, bring it! Until then, I can't wait lay around in my pantulog and watch my favorite shows on my 46-inch for the next two days.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
First post of 2012 and as a 27-year-old!
What's happened since my last post? Besides my usual sporting events and concerts, I...
-bought a shiny new white iPhone 4S... woot woot!
-got a new job, a big promotion to what I was doing.
-traveled to Las Vegas with my best friend and our mommies, San Diego twice, Hawaii, Lake Tahoe, and Disneyland for my 27th birthday.
-attended not one, but TWO, 49er playoff games AND officially became a season ticket holder for 2012-13.
-got asked to be a bridesmaid in a close girlfriend's wedding and said, "I do!"
-bought lots of laser hair removal vouchers.
-turned 27... le sigh.
-started updating my Flickr (http://flickr.com/julepez) again since I stopped in June of 2010. I still have all of 2011 and the last third of 2010 to upload. However, you'll need me to add you as a contact in order to view... womp womp! Don't want any creepsters and/or stalkers looking at my pictures. :)
Wow, that's a lot in the last 5 months. What do I have to look forward to?
-Coachella in a few short weeks.
-Therese's bachelorette party in Vegas! It's going to be cray-cray!!!
-Therese's wedding with an OPEN BAR.
-EDC - I know, I don't like the idea of raves, but I am pretty excited to see the line up... besides, YOLFO, and you're only young once (YOYO).
-Holy Ship in 2013.
I plan to write about EVERYTHING. For now, it just feels good to be writing again. :)
-bought a shiny new white iPhone 4S... woot woot!
-got a new job, a big promotion to what I was doing.
-traveled to Las Vegas with my best friend and our mommies, San Diego twice, Hawaii, Lake Tahoe, and Disneyland for my 27th birthday.
-attended not one, but TWO, 49er playoff games AND officially became a season ticket holder for 2012-13.
-got asked to be a bridesmaid in a close girlfriend's wedding and said, "I do!"
-bought lots of laser hair removal vouchers.
-turned 27... le sigh.
-started updating my Flickr (http://flickr.com/julepez) again since I stopped in June of 2010. I still have all of 2011 and the last third of 2010 to upload. However, you'll need me to add you as a contact in order to view... womp womp! Don't want any creepsters and/or stalkers looking at my pictures. :)
Wow, that's a lot in the last 5 months. What do I have to look forward to?
-Coachella in a few short weeks.
-Therese's bachelorette party in Vegas! It's going to be cray-cray!!!
-Therese's wedding with an OPEN BAR.
-EDC - I know, I don't like the idea of raves, but I am pretty excited to see the line up... besides, YOLFO, and you're only young once (YOYO).
-Holy Ship in 2013.
I plan to write about EVERYTHING. For now, it just feels good to be writing again. :)