Thursday, April 3, 2014

So Long, San Fran


The time has come for Ali, Jake, and I to bid adieu to California. When we arrived here in ’12 we knew that we wouldn’t be here forever and agreed to think of it as a multi-year getaway. We did much of what California had to offer and are ready to head east.

Believe it or not, the movers came and finished their part today. It’s hard to be comfortable in our home after all of our belongings have left (including the bed). Ali got a beanbag that converts into a double-bed-sized mattress. …Jake promptly claimed it as his own.

We had a lot of fun while we were here but are not real sad about leaving San Francisco. We are, however, very sad to say goodbye to colleagues, friends, and the folks who welcome Jake into their stores and shower him with treats and love.
I’m especially sad to say goodbye to Jeray, my “Little.” We’ve been through highs and lows and I can’t help but feel like I’m letting him down by leaving. Ali’s equally sad to say goodbye to her team at work. The contrasts between private practice and in-house counsel are truly stark. She’s thankful for those relationships she made here.

So, here we are. Finishing up in our apartments and offices. Preparing to pick up our chariot from SFO. Smiling fondly in the rear view mirror. And looking forward to the days, people, and miles ahead of us.

Watch out east coast, here we come! I’m bringing the California weather so make some room!

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