We’d first and foremost discuss the significance of this day; where we were and what we were doing 18 years ago. I can’t even wrap my head around the fact that 9/11 was 18 years ago today
I’d then ask who the guy is sitting at our table and why he’s interrupting our coffee date with a coke. You’d whisper that you thought he was with me, and I would say I thought he was with you and then we’d giggle and try to avoid eye contact with him
I’d ask what you are ordering because I always am looking for inspiration in coffee shops. Just ask my coworkers each Friday. I never know what to order until I’ve consulted with the table
I’d ask what there is to eat that’s good because I don’t like to plunge into heavy conversation without food in my belly. Once a gremlin, always a gremlin…
I’d tell you that this is historically a weird time of year for me but that this year in particular, I’m feeling slightly “off.” I hope you’ll forgive me as I process what’s going on in my life—these are all good things, I promise! But some days I just feel really overwhelmed
I’d confess that I would be nothing without my friends
We’d discuss the latest episode of Bachelor in Paradise and I’d ask if you were surprised by any of the couples leaving
We’d lightly touch on the latest (definitely not greatest) from the White House and the epic shitshow this administration has become. If nothing else, it provides comedic relief. Right? Ugh, I dunno’. On second thought, let’s not bring it up after all
I’d want to know about you. Your life. Your job. Your person. Your animals. Your friends. Tell me tell me tell me!
I’d let you in on a little secret. My family is crazy and not a day goes by when there isn’t some drama that’s unfolding. The last piece of fodder in the gossip mill kind of affected me because it involved someone very close to me and it’s just not sitting right 🙁
I’d ask if you are hungry again, because that pastry didn’t even begin to scratch the surface of my hunger
I’d want to know what you’re listening to. Podcast recommendations are great but I want to know what music is speaking to your soul. Let me in on your iPod shuffle or car mix (yes, I said car mix. Google it)
If you and I had coffee, what would it look like to you?
Linking up with Lecy and her latest coffee talk installment. I love these <3
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Beth says
LOL I’d be right there with you on wanting food before conversation. All the food. Feed me.
I can’t believe it’s been 18 years either.
I’m always reminded of something my mom told me when I was stressed before my wedding years ago, she said all change, even good change, is scary. It’s ok to be overwhelmed. Feel the feels and take your own time processing them.
Is that creepy dude with the Coke watching us? Let’s find another table, lol.
Love you lady!
Lecy | A Simpler Grace says
It seems crazy that 9/11 happened 18 years ago. It still feels like it happened yesterday.
We would definitely have to get rid of our table mate. Haha!
I’m one of the boring girls at coffee shops, always ordering a standard tea, piping hot and black.
OMG, the White House… every day I think they’ve outdone themselves and the next, they always seem to screw things ip even more.
I’m sorry to hear someone you care about is involved in the gossip train. Similar things happen in my family and it’s no fun.
I’m so glad you were able to join the coffee date this month. Hope to see you again next time! <3
ShootingStarsMag says
It’s crazy that it’s been 18 years. Just devastating. It’s one of those big historical events that I was actually alive for and remember.
I’m sorry you’re feeling a bit “off” lately. The Fall is usually a good time for me, but once November/December hits, I often start to feel that way. And booo to the family drama. I’m sorry it’s affected you so much with this latest gossip. Dive into a good book or crank that music. Toodles to all the lame drama in life!
I need to listen to podcasts more, so I don’t really have any rec’s. I do like My Favorite Murder. 🙂
-Lauren
Tamara says
Well we did meet in person (thank GOD) so I think meeting for coffee without the distractions of Scarlet (cutie) and Boscov’s would be epic. Just hours and hours and hours of talking nonstop. NON!
Catherine Gacad says
i would love to have coffee with you and say, “we are here in the flesh!” and i’d give you the biggest hug.
kathy @ more coffee, less talky says
i would probably take 2 mins and throw a pity party for myself and complain about how much work is driving me crazy. then i would stop and we would talk about fun things – life, kids, anything recently discovered etc.
San says
I need to have a coffee date with someone so I can bash Tr**p…. it’s just un-fucking-real.