The cost of living is horrendous--especially when you're forced to buy your medication through OPs! But we managed to buy a house before things went crazy in a part of town which is lovely, quiet, and free of homeless people. The homeless situation is, by far, the worst problem we have. Yes, it's awful. We have a mayoral election next month, and it is the biggest issue being discussed. The problem is that the city hands out cash to the homeless, so they can go to Jones St. and buy and sell Vicodin! But when I go to the top of Clipper Street, and look out over the bay and bridges, it still gives me goosebumps. And, we are one of the last truly liberal cities, which does have its pros and cons. Anyway, thanks for the opportunity to let me defend and praise my city. Now if only Joan Ryan would move out!