Be Suprised on May 15: Bay to Breakers is Around The Corner

Bay to Breakers 2012 San Francisco

Look at this lady! She was very surprised after a group of big guys stop by to say hi. So nice of them!

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Have a costume to run or walk across town, from the bay to the beach?

Have a costume to run or walk across town, from the bay to the beach?.

Have a costume to run or walk across town, from the bay to the beach?

The happiest 12K race in the world, Zazzle Bay to Breakers (B2B) is happening this Sunday, May 20 in the morning, and thousands of locals and foreigners are ready! You can be an attorney, priest, banker, mom, troubled artist, or a divorced man but nobody will know because at B2B you’ll go as a bee, … More Have a costume to run or walk across town, from the bay to the beach?

5 de Mayo at Dolores Park, San Francisco – Well Done!

Family oriented, alcohol free, truly multicultural and entertaining, that is how the 5 de Mayo celebration at Dolores Park in San Francisco’s Mission District was last Saturday. The festival celebrates the Battle of Puebla where the Mexican army defeated the French on May 5, 1862. The event was organized by Mission Neighborhood Centers in partnership with the … More 5 de Mayo at Dolores Park, San Francisco – Well Done!

Faces of Hunger in Alameda County, a photo exhibit by David Bacon

My dear friend David Bacon, a photojournalist who has extensively written about immigrant and working families is exhibiting “Faces of Hunger in Alameda County” at the California State Capitol, in the hallway in front of the Governor’s office. The photographic exhibit starts May 8, 2012. A reception is scheduled tomorrow at 10am in the Governor’s … More Faces of Hunger in Alameda County, a photo exhibit by David Bacon

Uninspired and punched at Traffic Court

Uninspired and punched at Traffic Court.

No Party Preference – But Still Standing Up for Something

As a relatively new voter, I do not have a preference for any political party. I am an NPP (No Party Preference). Even though I recognize the good in both Republicans and Democrats, I am bored with their constant fighting and I am not attracted enough to be part of either one of them. Since … More No Party Preference – But Still Standing Up for Something

Cesar Chavez

Cesar Chavez

Human rights leader Cesar Chavez was born on March 31, 1927. Today starts a month celebrating his life, contribution and compassion for improving farm workers life and working conditions, and his non-violence way of fighting for peace.
Foto by Victor Aleman

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We cannot seek achievemen…

We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community… Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sakes and for our own.

Cesar Chavez

Human rights leader Cesar Chavez was born on March 31, 1927. His vision, compassion, and a life dedicated to improve working conditions for farm workers, has made him one of the most important heroes in California.

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Give Mirkarimi Another Chance

The Ross Mirkarimi article in the SF Chronicle published Sunday is, at times, good reporting; but it often feels like the writers have already made up their mind and therefore their writing shows a hint of partiality. In my opinion of the whole Mirkarimi’s “rise and fall” – not just the actual incident but the … More Give Mirkarimi Another Chance

Going to the deepest point of Earth – DONE

Going to the deepest point of Earth – DONE.

Going to the deepest point of Earth – DONE

Going to the deepest point of Earth - DONE

James Cameron did it. He dove to the deepest point on Earth,
the Pacific Ocean’s Mariana Trench located southwest of Guam. The intrepid cinematographer became the first person to do this alone, and of course he took pictures and video. So inspired by it!

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San Francisco Bay Bridge February Closure

The Westbound deck of the Bay Bridge will be closed to traffic on Friday, February 17th at 8:00 p.m. and will re-open on Tuesday, February 21st at 5:00 a.m.

Chiles en Nogada – Stuffed Poblano Chiles in Walnut Sauce

Definitely not a “Foodie”

When East Haven Mayor Joseph Maturo Jr. (Connecticut) made derogative remarks towards Latino food, he didn’t think what “Not a Foodie” he is. My preppy-self was offended by his assumption that Tacos are the only food Latinos eat.

I would love the opportunity to educate the Mayor and help him become international cuisine connaisseur.

“Mr. Maturo”, I would say “Would you be kind next time, when referring to Latin American cuisine, to mention Chiles en Nogada
( stuffed poblano chiles, covered with a creamy walnut sauce), Cochinita Pibil, or any of the other quite frankly sophisticated daily meals we Mexicans and Latinos often eat?.”

Otherwise, you will be seen as ignorant and definitely, not a Foddie

FYI – Mayor Maturo apologized for his remarks, after many leaders including Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy criticized him for his cultural insensitivity. The governor said that Maturo’s comment was “repugnant” and “unacceptable.”

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