Hey, does anyone live in Oakland? We are considering an initial move there (cause... cheaper and looks to be pretty well connected by the transportation system.) Thoughts? Pros? Cons? Perkins and PC, do you live in the East Bay?
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Nora Deirdre - Oct 20, 2009 8:06:55 am PDT #27168 of 30000
I’m responsible for my own happiness? I can’t even be responsible for my own breakfast! (Bojack Horseman)
Cashmere - Oct 20, 2009 8:12:00 am PDT #27169 of 30000
Now tagless for your comfort.
Ouch, Cindy! I hope it comes back ok and that you can get some relief for that!
I'm counting how long I have on my Mirena--just a tad over a year left. Not sure I want to go back to actually having periods.
Nope, I'm sure. Don't want.
Vortex - Oct 20, 2009 8:14:07 am PDT #27170 of 30000
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman
pricey ass hook.
It's All Clad.
Hey, does anyone live in Oakland?
I think that Javachik does
Steph L. - Oct 20, 2009 8:16:10 am PDT #27171 of 30000
I look more rad than Lutheranism
Hey, does anyone live in Oakland?
I think that Javachik does
And maybe Consuela?
Aims - Oct 20, 2009 8:23:04 am PDT #27172 of 30000
Shit's all sorts of different now.
And didn't Suzi just move from there?
P.M. Marc - Oct 20, 2009 8:35:24 am PDT #27173 of 30000
So come, my friends, be not afraid/We are so lightly here/It is in love that we are made; In love we disappear
I'm counting how long I have on my Mirena--just a tad over a year left. Not sure I want to go back to actually having periods.
I have less than a year. This makes me sad! I am debating its fate with myself a lot now. I mean, I want to make Certain People go get outpatient surgery, but OTOH, no bleeding!
Stephanie - Oct 20, 2009 8:38:54 am PDT #27174 of 30000
Trust my rage
Can you only have it once? They can't take it out and put a new one back in?
P.M. Marc - Oct 20, 2009 8:41:17 am PDT #27175 of 30000
So come, my friends, be not afraid/We are so lightly here/It is in love that we are made; In love we disappear
Oh, they can totally swap it out for a new one. I'm just trying to decide if I should give my body a break from the thing.
ehab - Oct 20, 2009 8:41:45 am PDT #27176 of 30000
...all my words have been taken by my work. - Mala
Wow, taking the plunge into Bitches to say, Nora, I live in the East Bay. Oakland is a great town full of fun neighborhoods but as with most places you have to be selective about choosing where to live. I think Oakland offers a lot of options depending on what you're looking for. Some neighborhoods I love include Lakeshore, Glenview, Piedmont Ave, and Temescal. Are you looking to buy or rent?
The city is broke and increasing their revenue any way they can - extending meters to 8 and handing out parking tickets like candy. If you won't have a car that won't be an issue. Some neighborhoods are close to transportation, but not necessarily the most livable ones. If you're after the urban lifestyle there are lot's of options in the Downtown area; otherwise at least consider a zip car or some backup transportation.
Are public schools a factor? If so, I'd consider some nearby cities instead, Albany, Alameda, etc. Not to say there aren't some good schools in Oakland. I'd be happy to give more thoughts via email. I think I have a profile address. If not, I'll make sure to add it.
Polter-Cow - Oct 20, 2009 8:43:14 am PDT #27177 of 30000
What else besides ramen can you scoop? YOU CAN SCOOP THIS WORLD FROM DARKNESS!
Hey, does anyone live in Oakland? We are considering an initial move there (cause... cheaper and looks to be pretty well connected by the transportation system.) Thoughts? Pros? Cons? Perkins and PC, do you live in the East Bay?
I love Oakland! Because it is indeed cheaper, and it's easy to BART into the city when necessary. Truth be told, I haven't really figured out what Happens in the East Bay, since most of the concerts and theatre and whatnot I go to are in SF, but I like living away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. My area is pretty nice too, since I'm right by College and Piedmont, both of which have lots of nice eateries and bookstores. Consuela lives closer to Lake Merritt, which is also a good area. This is so exciting!! Oakland is good times, and it positions you better for the rest of the East Bay, whereas San Francisco positions you better for the South Bay, which can seem much farther from Oakland (places like Belmont and Mountain View and Palo Alto).
And didn't Suzi just move from there?
Suzi was in Alameda. Which is a quieter part of the East Bay and on an island and I don't really know what's really...there besides houses. And a naval base.