Almost everyday walking to work in New York City is more of an adventure than anything else. But yesterday might have might have surpassed all those other days as far as adventures go. Wow, was it messy out! Construction, scaffolding, and restaurants that take up too much of the sidewalk with all their signage DO NOT mix well with icy conditions and giant people swallowing 'puddles' of slush. Every intersection was a guessing game as everyone seemed to be figuring out where to step...those 'puddles' looked deceptively puddle-like but I soon found out they were more like wading pools. Wading across the street and hurtling over piled up snow isn't all that bad until you factor in the speeding cars who can't wait to spray pedestrians, messengers and delivery people on bikes swerving in and out on the sidewalks, and over zealous shovelers, snowblower operators and de-icers.
But you know what? It was kind of fun too. It felt like all of us headed into work, trying to keep up our usual routine, were "in it" together. I loved how at each corner strangers came together to figure out the best route for making it across the street, testing patches of ice and 'puddles' to find the ones that were the least likely to cause injury or a complete soaking. I'm not saying I'd like everyday to be as adventurous but every once in awhile messy days like yesterday keep things interesting.
And if nothing else, I had a chance to pull out my dependable Sorrel boots for the occasion. My feet and legs stayed toasty and dry all day long.
Something else I discovered yesterday? The show really must go on! When I left my apartment early yesterday morning a film crew was already up and running, complete with their catering tent and truck. And when I came home they were still there. Guess the weather doesn't stop a production team.
Outfit Details:
Cords - American Eagle Outfitters
Sweater - American Eagle Outfitters
Scarf - Betsy Johnson
Hat - Echo
Boots - Sorrel
