I love that you included your story of skiing in SK. :) Cross country skiing is fun and you can have fun and create your own fulfilling experience anywhere. I learned to ski as an adult, mid 30's and was growing in confidence and skills and then had an accident skiing just before covid that sidelined me from pretty much anything for several months and it was even hard to walk and do yoga. I went to Whistler a year later, in 2021, for a ski weekend with friends and bailed on the second day because I was so spooked by the ice and fog and the amount of people.
I liked this quote from your article "Envy tests our tolerance for watching other people get what they want—and reminds us of what we’ve been too afraid to pursue.” Basically, envy is what leads us closer to our dreams and desires. Envy isn’t the problem, it’s the messy side-kicks of comparison, shame, and guilt that knock us off course." All of this to say I am still spooked to get back out there and I envy those who are going on ski holidays - they're not cheap so there are a few things holding me back as well. But, I know I have to get over it but ski collisions and injuries are scary. A good reminder to get over my fear and get back out there somewhere that is more budget friendly so that I am not envious.
Finally, Charade is my favorite Audrey Hepburn movie and let's meet at the Empress for that apres-ski lifestyle for a fancy cocktail.
Thanks so much for sharing Sonya! I can totally see how you would get spooked after having an accident that took you down for so long. Glad the envy piece resonated, I'm sure you'll be back out there skiing when you're ready.
A fancy cocktail at the Empress sounds PERFECT! I will text you to set this up. xx
This post is gorgeous! And I firm relate both on the financial front and also -- embarrassed to share/fearful of jinxing myself -- have entered a phase of life where I’m reticent of skiing because of injury risk. Without wishing bad things on myself, surely I’m not the only one? Or am I just so unfit that my body cannot do the skiing anymore? As an almost-35-year-old, any tips for just enjoying the fun are welcome 🙃.
Can I please also make an unsolicited case for the snow day cosiness of planning a selection of aprés-ski treats? My thinking is a fancy little fondue setup with extensive crudités and herby sourdough or even a delicious veg-centric hotpot or dumpling dinner followed by a new yet approachable dessert. I’ve been daydreaming about Romanian Papanași as my January birthday cake or perhaps even some sort of pudding? Either way, that plus an alc or nonalc spiced buttered apple juice sounds incredible, too. I feel like Pedro Ximenez is also appropriate. Cosy cheers xx
Ok this is probably my favourite comment of all time. The intention and care you put into writing back to my articles is noticed and appreciated SO much!
Thanks for sharing about being fearful of injury, I totally relate! As a child, I used to snowboard and would literally launch my body off jumps (probably under a bit of peer pressure). But now I would actually be scared to ski down anything much more than the bunny hill. I wish I had some tips for that but sadly not. There's just no time for injuries at this point in life, lol.
You are absolutely correct! I totally missed the après-ski food selection on my list of ideas. Thank you for bringing this to my attention! Your suggestions are so spot on, oh my. Would love to host a dinner party with you sometime, wouldn't that just be fabulous. Mmmm mmm spiced buttered apple cider. I'll have to put together an après-ski charcuterie this year now that you've got the idea in my head.
And a very happy early birthday to you lovely! Capricorn or Aquarius? The Romanian Papanași is new for me but the recipe looks incredible. I sure do hope you get your daydream for this delight on the day you turn 35! xx
Yessss. I love this. If you can make space for that envy, it has a lot of wisdom and dreams to share with us. 💕💕 Little Archie has taught me a lot about letting myself want, without (who am I kidding, with less) shame.
I love that you included your story of skiing in SK. :) Cross country skiing is fun and you can have fun and create your own fulfilling experience anywhere. I learned to ski as an adult, mid 30's and was growing in confidence and skills and then had an accident skiing just before covid that sidelined me from pretty much anything for several months and it was even hard to walk and do yoga. I went to Whistler a year later, in 2021, for a ski weekend with friends and bailed on the second day because I was so spooked by the ice and fog and the amount of people.
I liked this quote from your article "Envy tests our tolerance for watching other people get what they want—and reminds us of what we’ve been too afraid to pursue.” Basically, envy is what leads us closer to our dreams and desires. Envy isn’t the problem, it’s the messy side-kicks of comparison, shame, and guilt that knock us off course." All of this to say I am still spooked to get back out there and I envy those who are going on ski holidays - they're not cheap so there are a few things holding me back as well. But, I know I have to get over it but ski collisions and injuries are scary. A good reminder to get over my fear and get back out there somewhere that is more budget friendly so that I am not envious.
Finally, Charade is my favorite Audrey Hepburn movie and let's meet at the Empress for that apres-ski lifestyle for a fancy cocktail.
Thanks so much for sharing Sonya! I can totally see how you would get spooked after having an accident that took you down for so long. Glad the envy piece resonated, I'm sure you'll be back out there skiing when you're ready.
A fancy cocktail at the Empress sounds PERFECT! I will text you to set this up. xx
This post is gorgeous! And I firm relate both on the financial front and also -- embarrassed to share/fearful of jinxing myself -- have entered a phase of life where I’m reticent of skiing because of injury risk. Without wishing bad things on myself, surely I’m not the only one? Or am I just so unfit that my body cannot do the skiing anymore? As an almost-35-year-old, any tips for just enjoying the fun are welcome 🙃.
Can I please also make an unsolicited case for the snow day cosiness of planning a selection of aprés-ski treats? My thinking is a fancy little fondue setup with extensive crudités and herby sourdough or even a delicious veg-centric hotpot or dumpling dinner followed by a new yet approachable dessert. I’ve been daydreaming about Romanian Papanași as my January birthday cake or perhaps even some sort of pudding? Either way, that plus an alc or nonalc spiced buttered apple juice sounds incredible, too. I feel like Pedro Ximenez is also appropriate. Cosy cheers xx
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Ok this is probably my favourite comment of all time. The intention and care you put into writing back to my articles is noticed and appreciated SO much!
Thanks for sharing about being fearful of injury, I totally relate! As a child, I used to snowboard and would literally launch my body off jumps (probably under a bit of peer pressure). But now I would actually be scared to ski down anything much more than the bunny hill. I wish I had some tips for that but sadly not. There's just no time for injuries at this point in life, lol.
You are absolutely correct! I totally missed the après-ski food selection on my list of ideas. Thank you for bringing this to my attention! Your suggestions are so spot on, oh my. Would love to host a dinner party with you sometime, wouldn't that just be fabulous. Mmmm mmm spiced buttered apple cider. I'll have to put together an après-ski charcuterie this year now that you've got the idea in my head.
And a very happy early birthday to you lovely! Capricorn or Aquarius? The Romanian Papanași is new for me but the recipe looks incredible. I sure do hope you get your daydream for this delight on the day you turn 35! xx
Yessss. I love this. If you can make space for that envy, it has a lot of wisdom and dreams to share with us. 💕💕 Little Archie has taught me a lot about letting myself want, without (who am I kidding, with less) shame.
Aww I love that! Sweet and wise little Archie ☺️
The original Pink Panther movies were always classy and took me away to a glamorous lifestyle, if only for 90 minutes.
p.s. they were hilarious to.
I was thinking of you when I included the Pink Panther movie, of course.