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Cascade Fan Model # MK-TF0001
Fun fact: I love me a good sale. So when I found these slick looking fans for $20 at Costco, I knew I had to jump on it. The fan never ceases to surprise me so I thought I would share what I have gotten out of this purchase!
Price: $20 (standard price is $30 with instant rebate of $10)
Specs:
+ About 40″ tall
+ Approximately 60″ cord length
+ Remote with required DL2032 battery included
+ 4 fan speeds
+ Timer settings include 1 hr, 2 hr, 4 hr & 8 hr
Pros:
+ Looks sleek and stylish
+ Three fan modes: regular, evening wind (oscillating fan speeds) and breeze wind.
+ Remote works from over 20 ft away (but must be within fans 180 degree peripheral view).
+ Batteries included with remote.
+ Easy assembly (main fan with 2-piece base)
+ The rear of the fan has an easy-lift handle with a nifty slot for the remote.+ One remote works with multiple fans of the same model. This feature may have not been intentional, but it sure is convenient.Cons:
+ Remote doesn’t work when standing between the fan’s 3 o’clock or 9 o’clock. Fan’s signal field is only 180 degrees.
+ Remote doesn’t show current setting, such as the current timeFinal Verdict:
Decent fan for the price. Would buy again if we see another sale at this price. You get what you paid for and then some.Rating: 4/5 stars
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‘Frisco Baby
Last October, my boss was gracious enough to send me into the City by the Bay to become acquainted with the concept of Design Thinking. Although a five-hour flight does not appeal to me at any level, I was beyond excited to try out the amazing food scene in San Francisco. Oh yeah, and become a smarter human, of course. Hehe.
The training was taking place in the San Francisco Marriott Marquis in South of Market, a perfect location to discover hundreds of cafes and restaurants while getting a fresh whiff of the Californian air.
Transportation:
Call me a nerd, but yes, I did a diligent amount of research on the public transportation. For years I had heard news of the unpleasant wave that was washing over the city in the form of homelessness and drug-addiction. I made it a point to understand how secure as well as – *gulp* – sanitary, the BART system would be. To tell you the truth, I read enough to shock me. In other words, the ish in adventurish told me that automobiles would be the best way to go.
With the extensive costs of renting a car + hotel parking, I opted to just stick to shuttles and taxis. Can you tell I don’t have an Uber account? That’s what my friends are for. Sometimes.
Twenty dollars (including tip) will get you a one-way trip from the SFO airport to the main city – a decent bargain. I did not have to book anything in advance; I simply walked over to the information booth (near the transportation area) and was given approximately 2-3 shuttle options to choose from.
Le drive from SFO to SoMa For the entire three days in the city, I did not have to worry about getting around. Delicious food was aplenty in a variety of cuisines, all within two miles of where I was staying.
Weather:
The weather was amazing the entire time I was there in mid-October. I tend to get cold very easily, but did just fine with a medium-light duster, a military jacket, and a couple of turtlenecks. The weather did vary significantly within a single day, going from the chilly mornings, to sunny afternoons, and back to the semi-frigid evenings. Basically, packing a pair of ankle boots, flats/sandals, and sneakers will suffice for style and comfort.
Morning walk to a cafe right before sunriseCharacter:
As intimidating as it was to drop myself in this overwhelming city for a few days, I loved every minute of it. Sure, it was tiring sitting in training for 8 hours a day, rummaging the city for food and sights using whatever was left of the daylight, and then adding another few hours of work into the wee hours of night, but it was enchanting.
It was enchanting to see
the unique personalities on the streets,
the awe-inspiring environmental engagement,
the business-savvy realm blend into the world of the free-spirits,
and strangers initiating conversations with you to simply know what you’re up to for the evening.Without a shadow of a doubt, the 415 stood out from most cities that I have seen across the US.
Toodles for now, more to come soon on my lodging and food-findings in Frisco!
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The First and Very Awkward Post
Well hello there and a big thank you for stumbling across The Adventurish! My name is Annie and yes, I know I am beyond late on joining the “blogging bandwagon,” but I felt as if this was a best way to solve my dilemma of forgetting the many amazing escapades I have taken in the past few years. Plus, why not share the treasures I’ve found over the years with others?!
If you’re thinking “Um, what’s with the blog name?” or “Does this girl not know how to spell?”
Well, I am not what you would consider a crazy adventurous soul, as I have the tendency to be a bit of a timid individual. However, I do go through these random phases of just wanting to kick monotony in the face and tackle on an overseas experience. Hence the self-identifying term, adventurish.
I love learning about new cultures, languages, and REALLY enjoy making friends from different corners of the planet. And food! Food is definitely a type of adventure that will be discussed heavily in this blog, be it from a cute little cafe in Sydney, or my teeny little kitchen.
As for my adventures thus far, as of now, I have driven through like a bajillion US states (I exaggerate), and have hit four different continents across the world. I am hoping to have my list continue to grow as I continue to personally grow as well.
So stay tuned, as I begin to share the ventures of my past, present, and those to come!
Florida, USA