“So a lot of my pals advised me I used to be loopy for transferring to San Francisco — it’s unsafe, it’s filthy, it’s happening the tubes,” she stated. “My expertise has been the alternative. The gorgeous neighborhoods, vibrancy and positivity — that message isn’t getting on the market.”
Bobby Pierce and his spouse, Leanne, are elevating their toddler, August, within the Richmond District, a San Francisco neighborhood widespread with households for its proximity to Golden Gate Park, Ocean Seaside and eclectic retailers. Mr. Pierce, who grew up in rural Ohio, stated individuals there wish to criticize San Francisco for its fentanyl deaths, homelessness and financial struggles, although these issues exist in all places, together with Ohio.
“After I was rising up, the meme of San Francisco was that it was this ungodly homosexual place, and earlier than that, it was hippies,” stated Mr. Pierce, 36. “It’s by no means had a nationally savory repute, I suppose, which is possibly what attracts me to it.”
James Falino, 28, a guide for environmental nonprofits, stated he moved to San Francisco from New York 5 years in the past for its relaxed vibe, proximity to nature and thriving L.G.B.T.Q. communities. However when he visited New York over the summer season and the subject of San Francisco got here up, he instantly felt defensive.
When individuals realized the place he lives now, they responded with a facial features that he described as “aghast.”
Then got here a whispered, “Are you OK?”
“I’m,” he assured them. Time and again.
Audio produced by Sarah Diamond.
