Too fat for leggings?

Definatalie wrote this the other day, and I wanted to share it here because it really struck a chord with me.

I love leggings because they're cute and comfortable, but every time I put them on I have a debate with myself about whether to leave the house wearing them.

Not because I felt unattractive (quite the opposite, actually), but because to wear leggings as a fat girl is a political statement, and I have to decide if I'm ready to deal with the hateful backlash that might come with walking out my front door and into the general public.

Today, I wore leggings, thank-you-very-much.

Eating Well in San Francisco

It's been a decadent couple of weeks for me, and a reminder of what an amazing city I live in, when it comes to food. Since it's been a while since I've shared some drool-worthy photos (if I do say so myself), I thought I'd treat you all to a few of the highlights.

Earlier this month, I got to check out the much-anticipated (at least, for me) Local: Mission Eatery on 24th Street at Folsom. My Yelp review is here.

Now, on to the photos! First, the most lovely, fresh asparagus and poached eggs, with an out-of-this world sauce, on buttery brioche...

And, brown butter caramel-y french toast...

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Then, this morning, we decided to head over to Ti Couz for a crepe and Bloody Mary (or "Bloody Maree," as they call it). They make their savory crepes with buckwheat, as all awesome creperies do, and mine was filled with almonds, sauteed mushrooms, and swiss cheese.

AB opted for the egg, ham and cheese and we were so excited to see the egg came sunny-side up, peeking through the top of the crepe. Gorgeous!

The Bloody Mary was a work of art too, with lots of garnishes--including a chilled, spicy shrimp. It packed a punch with lots of hot sauce, cracked pepper, and horseradish.

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Last night, we paid a visit to ForageSF's SF Underground Market, where we feasted on everything from vegan currywurst, to bacon caramel candy, to mushroom empanadas, to mortadella. The highlight of the evening for me was SF Delicious' Salmon en Croute, with a garlic cream sauce, and topped with shaved asparagus. AMAZING. Unfortunately, the event was so packed with people, I could barely walk, let alone take decent photos of anything... so you'll have to make do with a photo of our loot from Urban Preserves:

That's all for now... does anyone have suggestions for any other restaurants or events I should check out? I'm always looking for new and exciting food adventures!

Happy Easter!

Every year in San Francisco, the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence put on an Easter party like no other, complete with costumes, music, dancing, and a Hunky Jesus contest.

Unfortunately, they had to take the party indoors this year, but here are some photos from Easter 2009:

Since I haven't been posting...

I really do want to get back to the whole blogging thing, so I guess I'll ease into it... Via Mission Mission, a beautiful song that deserves sharing:

60 years in 60 days

My mom has been working on a awesome mini-autobiography project, "60 years in 60 days," over at her blog... check it out!

It's inspiring me to jumpstart my blog again as a New Year's Resolution... more to come, I promise.

My Favorite San Francisco Blogs

I haven't been blogging so much myself, but I'm definitely still reading everyone else's blogs! Here are some of my favorites from San Francisco:

Mission Mission
Beer & Nosh
Burrito Justice
Mission Street Food
Muni Diaries
The N-Judah Chronicles
SFist

Because I can't be bothered to actually write anything

Thanks Mom...

1. How old do you look? Apparently not old enough, because I get carded all the time.

2. Where do you live? Potrero Hill, but only technically.

3. Are you waiting for something? Vacation.

4. What’s one pet peeve of yours that is not common? unreliable people.

5. Do you want/have kids? Not now, but probably someday.

6. Have you ever thought about converting your religion? I've considered starting my own.

7. Last shocking news you heard? Nothing shocks me anymore, but losing more than half of my retirement savings was a little disconcerting.

8. What was the last thing you drank? Stale water out of a Guiness pint glass. I think it had been sitting on the table since this morning...

9. Who do you most look like in your family? I'm a pretty even split between my mom and my dad.

10. If you could have something right now, anything, what would it be? More quality time with my husband.

11. Where does most of your family live? Illinois

12. Where did you grow up? Illinois

13. Where do you want to go on vacation? Everywhere. Starting with Vancouver (next week) & Australia (this fall).

14. Have you ever had a panic attack? Yes... not in a long time, but I still have some serious anxiety issues.

15. What can’t you wait for? Long waiting lists for restaurants that are only halfway decent.

16. When’s the last time you told someone you loved him or her and meant it? today.

17. Have your parents ever smoked pot? Well mom? Have they?

18. Want someone back in your life? Definitely. I've lost touch with a lot of friends over the years.

19. What do you order at the bar? Gin & tonic

20. When was the last time you cried really, really hard? hmm... I'm not sure, which is weird because I think of myself as a pretty frequent crier.

21. Ever licked someone’s cheek? yup.

22. What is your favorite thing to eat with peanut butter? Apple slices

23. Where were you on July 4th, 2008? Throwing a party at my house... well, actually AB was throwing a party, and I was sitting around with a broken foot watching him do all the work.

24. What are your nicknames? Janer

25. If you could go back in time, how far back would you go? I think I'd rather go to the future...