It was love at first sight — I knew from the get-go it was special. I am not sure whether it was that energy, happiness, all the highs and amazing experiences that we’ve shared together. San Francisco, you are a gem unlike any other out there and I will always treasure you.
Wondering what is this all about and exactly what I’m trying to say? So without further sugar coating, I will be leaving the Bay Area for Los Angeles in just a matter of weeks. This is hands-down one of the hardest things I’ve done in my life and to say this is poignant is somewhat of an understatement. Change is hard and picking up and going always brings an element of fear, whether I want to admit it or not.
The City by the Bay has been home for more than seven years and I’ve grown so much as an individual — from starting this little blog, experiencing many career milestones in television production and digital media, to the perils of heartbreak which, I must add, don’t get any easier with age. It’s been a wild ride indeed and now I am ready to embark on new adventures in a new place with new surroundings, different weather (goodbye fog) and endless traffic — hello cars.
Many have ask what I’ll miss the most about San Francisco and to be honest, I don’t know. My entire life, I have been able to pack and go to many different places, having spent my childhood in Lima, Peru, those awkward teenage years in South Florida, followed by college in upstate New York and most of my adult life in Florida and California. Perhaps it is not the city per se that makes me nostalgic but rather, the experiences lived, lessons learned and relationships made.
San Francisco will always be in my heart and I know I’ll have plenty of opportunities to come back and enjoy its unique aesthetic, gorgeous color schemes, $4 artisanal toast and of course — those 22-year-old CEOs yapping about filling for an IPO. OK, so perhaps I won’t miss that latter description, but it is part of the city’s culture and after nearly a decade it is time for a fond farewell.
San Francisco, thanks for making me the person I am — this strong woman is fearless, full of enthusiasm and ready for another challenge. You taught me how with time, heartbreaks heal, ideas are crafted and executed and moral seeds planted.
Though my heart won’t be left behind, I can pretty much guarantee you that part of San Francisco will always be within me.
Thanks to each and everyone, who in the past seven years, came to my life because chances are, you made an impact on me.
Ryzenberg On, is Signing Off
exciting news jesica! can’t wait to hear about your LA adventures!
can’t wait to have you closer! so excited for you and this new chapter!!
Wow, how exciting Jessica! You will definitely miss SF but I wanted to move to LA too a couple years ago so I’m jealous you’ll be in sunny So-Cal and can’t wait to hear about your new adventures down there. Get sirius radio, it will help with the traffic. :))
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Wow! This seems so sudden to me and while I am happy for you, I am also kind of sad you’ll be leaving. I am so glad to have met you Jessica and so glad we had our little moments together. You taught me a lot in our interactions and I will miss seeing you in the city. But, someday I hope we’ll meet again and get to do some more shopping together in LA.
Take care and I look forward on keeping up with your adventures!
We’ll miss you in SF but I’m excited for your SOCAL adventure!
Well said, Jes! I am sure SF made a big dent of love on your armour, but that’s only to remind you of the good times. Just keep looking ahead – whatever you leave behind will catch up with you as soon as you are ready. I think you have much to be proud of, and SF knows it. Good luck!