Exploring Noe Valley

Sunday morning rain was falling...as I traveled on the M outbound toward a place I had never heard of before. The rain finally stopped as the M passed Balboa Park. I got off the Muni at Church and 24th, I had reached my destination. Noe Valley.

The quaint district surrounded by three hills was full of pedestrians walking along the sidewalks and chatting at cafes.

As I walked into the stores along 24th Street, I was greeted with the friendliest smiles and hellos. Everyone I came into contact with in Noe Valley was nothing but nice to me. I had never been to that area before and I was surprised to find everyone's personalities were warm. They were more than willing to tell me a little about this place.

I learned that Noe was really keen into going green. Eco friendly cars were all along the sidewalks and even a store called Green 11 had business cards made from Trader Joe bags. I am very passionate about being green myself; it’s refreshing to know that most, if not all of Noe Valley feels the same way that I do.

That night I talked to my roommates about my day and how I had fallen in love with this district. I bought each of us mini cupcakes from famous Noe Valley Bakery. To no surprise we all loved them. We are planning on going back to the stop at Church and 24th street.

When one thinks of San Francisco they usually think of Union Square or Pier 39. The sense of home that resides in Noe Valley is a breath of fresh air so-to-speak. Its family oriented district where going green is in and where smiles are a constant. Noe Valley you're an amazing place, don't ever change.