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這兩年與我最有緣的城市就是舊金山 ( San Francisco) ，前前後後因緣際會而有幸在這個可愛的城市待上了幾個月，也認識了一些很可愛的朋友們。
一開始因為是在疫情後沒多久造訪，當時舊金山市中心還處於一個被 "零元購" 導致崩壞的區域，說真的即便我已經去過美國很多城市，久未踏上難免還是有許多懼怕的心理狀態。但從一開始不敢夜間出門直到後來在路上看到各種 "彎折人" 或是毒販都不以為意稀鬆平常的心態轉變，總覺得人士充滿無限地適應能力。
但我之所以這麼快地可以從旅人變成幾乎是居民的心態看待這個城市，源自於我對於她無比的讚嘆與欽羨。這樣說雖然有些誇張，但舊金山應該是目前所有美國我造訪過的城市中最喜愛且我認為非常適合居住的都會區 (可能跟紐奧良不相上下)。至於為什麼則是在於這個城市有著數也數不清的公園與大自然保留地。
身為一個花藝師我挖掘了各個舊金山美好的公園與自然，逐一造訪且甚至流連忘返。我將會在接下來的雜記中慢慢介紹給大家。今天要稍微簡單介紹一下阿拉莫廣場公園。這個公園他可說是舊金山最知名的公園之一，其原因不外乎就是那鼎鼎大名的 " Painted Ladies " 其為舊金山最負盛名的維多利亞式建築群，這些房子看似平易近人且可愛，但其價格真的不斐，據說這幾棟房子平均價格都落在6000萬到1億5000萬台幣不等。被這些華貴的豪宅給圍繞，並且能夠於草地上遠眺舊金山市區的天際線，因此每當天氣好的時候，總是很多當地人躺在草地上野餐或是進行日光浴。
除了公園內各種巨樹與特殊的花草之外，我也很愛坐在長椅上看狗狗與主人互動，這應該是全天下最開心且令人解憂的事情。但即便如此阿拉莫廣場公園事實上並不是我最鍾情的地點，但有時候在市區逛累了如果在附近，絕對會造訪享受園內的優閒。 -------------------------- 訂製花禮 : https://www.pm-flowers.com/custommade PM FLOWERS的花藝課程招生中: 查看課程內容 : https://www.pm-flowers.com/classroomintro
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Over the past two years, San Francisco has been the city I feel the strongest connection with. By chance and circumstance, I’ve been lucky enough to spend a few months here and, along the way, meet some truly lovely friends.
When I first arrived, it was not long after the pandemic. Downtown San Francisco was still in a state of decline from waves of “smash-and-grab” incidents. To be honest, even though I had visited many cities in the U.S. before, I couldn’t help but feel uneasy this time. At first, I avoided going out at night. But as weeks passed, I found myself getting used to seeing “bent-back figures” on the sidewalks or even dealers in plain sight—things that once felt shocking but eventually became part of the city’s everyday background. It made me realize just how infinite our human ability to adapt really is.
What helped me shed my “visitor’s mindset” and start feeling more like a resident was, above all, my admiration for this city. I may sound a little dramatic, but San Francisco is probably my favorite U.S. city so far—maybe tied with New Orleans. The reason? The sheer abundance of parks and nature preserves scattered throughout the area.
As a floral artist, I’ve made it my mission to explore these green spaces one by one, often lingering far longer than I intended. In future posts, I’ll slowly share some of my favorites with you. For today, though, I’ll start with a quick introduction to Alamo Square Park.
Alamo Square is one of San Francisco’s most iconic parks, thanks to the world-famous “Painted Ladies.” These rows of Victorian houses might look sweet and approachable from the outside, but don’t be fooled—their price tags are anything but. Word has it they range anywhere from 60 to 150 million NTD (roughly 2 to 5 million USD). Surrounded by these pastel mansions, you can spread out on the lawn and enjoy a picture-perfect view of the city skyline. On sunny days, the park fills with locals picnicking or simply basking in the afternoon light.
Beyond its sweeping views, I also love the simple joys here—towering trees, patches of unusual flowers, and perhaps best of all, watching dogs play with their owners. Few things in life are as uplifting and stress-relieving as that.
That said, Alamo Square isn’t my absolute favorite spot in the city. But whenever I’m wandering around the neighborhood and need a break, I know it’s always worth stopping by for a moment of ease.
