Virtual Coffee Date

Have a seat friends and refill that glass of wine or coffee, depending the hour of day you’re reading this, because it is time for a virtual date. A lot has transpired since our last date together. Winter has arrived in New York City and we’ve quickly realized that our old house has more than a few drafty spots. But, regardless of the draft, we’re still thrilled with the apartment we chose and the home we’ve created. We’ve hosted a number of dinner parties over the past month and love having a kitchen large enough to accommodate a large group of friends while we cook, drink and talk together.

If we were sitting together today, I would tell you that I think I’m the only crazy person who is hoping that New York City gets more than just a few inches of snow this weekend. It’s been six years since Bo and I went sledding in Central Park and I would love nothing more than to sled down the hills of Prospect Park this weekend. There is something so inviting about a winter snowstorm. Movies on the couch, wine, time together and the cozy warmth of your home. Yes, I realize all of this goes out the window if you lose power during such snowstorm, but let me romanticize it in my head.

If we were sitting together today, I’d rave about my office. Even though I spend way too much time in it, I’m head over heels in love with the space. Maybe it’s the small space heater I use when I’m working in the office each day or the cozy slippers I wear while sitting at my desk. When designing this room, we knew that we wanted a soothing color pallet since I’d spend at least eight hours a day in here and luckily, that desire has translated.

If we were sitting together today, I would tell you how unbelievably thankful I am for our parents. We are so lucky to have parents who support us and love us unconditionally. After living abroad for two years, it is so nice to have the space to host them for multiple weekends a year. This weekend my in-laws are visiting and in two weeks my parents will be here.

If we were sitting together today, I would rave about the movie Spotlight. Bo and I saw it together on Monday and immediately called our parents, insisting that they see it. The cast is stellar and the storyline is straightforward yet perfectly crafted. I think Spotlight deserves even more recognition than it has received.

If we were sitting together today, due to two days of subway issues, I read over 100 pages in When Breath Becomes Air during yesterday evening and this morning’s commute. I was so thankful to have a book at my fingertips to pass the time. I am also very glad I didn’t apply mascara this morning as the author’s prose brought me to tears during this morning’s commute.

If we were sitting together today, I’d tell you that I signed up for NYRR coached run club on a total whim but am so glad I did. The eight-week outdoor group training has already helped me after just two sessions. Both sessions start with a five minute warm-up of butt kicks, high knees and strides which even though coaches have recommended in years past, is something I rarely do. I’ve felt the difference in both of these runs and therefore built it into my solo runs over the past week. It is also helping me fill the void that I have since my running buddies don’t live down the block anymore.

If we were sitting together today, I would tell you how amazed I am that months later, I’m still wearing my Shine activity tracker. I never expected to wear it longer than the month partnership but now I’m in love with tracking my sleep.

If we were sitting together today, I’d tell you that I wish I could fly my girlfriends who live across the United States, to one warm location for a beach weekend. While we’ve had the opportunity to spend time with our families recently, I would like to have more time for friends in the coming months.

If we were sitting together today, I would tell you that I am more tempted than ever to cut my hair short. I keep seeing women with adorable lobs (long bobs) and think they look so chic and cute. But then, I remember how easy my long hair is and decide to keep things simple.

Your turn, what would you share?