Remember when we were all thinking that winter wasn’t going to happen? Well, now it’s happening all at once. Clearly that is the hot, or rather, cold topic of the weekend. With many places in a state of emergency and the storm still raging, mobility is difficult to come by.

At Carmel, we love travel, all sorts of travel at all times. After all, it is our business to travel and make traveling easier. Carmel’s fleet is always ready for the journey… That being said, today is clearly NOT the day for that jet-setting, on-the-go lifestyle. And we certainly wouldn’t want to fight the travel ban issued for New York and New Jersey. Today is for staying in-of-doors with hot beverages, good company, and a movie marathon.

Few souls have braved the weather, particularly in New York where it takes some effort on Mother Nature’s part to close the city that never sleeps. However, Mother Nature was more than up for the challenge. Many expect an over-exaggeration of impending weather, thinking it wouldn’t be as bad at the news claims. But this prediction was pretty spot on. Some were caught unprepared to be stranded in their homes, without food, alcohol, or an option to Seamless! Gasp!

So into the storm they go to get the goods we were all advised to obtain before Jonas hit hardest. The icy precipitation pelts the exposed faces of those who dare to step outside, causing involuntary tears, which only freeze in the blizzard conditions. The journey is a long one, that bodega feels like miles away. Is a bagel and some cheap beer really worth the trip? Absolutely.

After the treacherous journey home, we can shed those warm, woolly layers and enjoy the warmth of home. How fortunate to be inside our warm homes looking at the whipping wind drift the deep and dense snow!

Since it is advised to remain inside and hidden away from the storm, perhaps today is a day to not call Carmel. Today is a snow-day, and there is no need to risk extensive travel. Hopefully your corner bodega is open and ready to satisfy your blizzard needs. When the storm passes, and you need to escape the cabin fever, Carmel will be ready and waiting for your call!