During my freshman year at OSU, I found going off campus to be very exciting. I was able to experience many things that I would not have every done during high school. From finding unique coffee shops to experiencing one of a kind events, Columbus offers a variety of experiences to a diverse group of people. For example, my freshman year I was able to meet Guy Fieri at an event that was held at the Ohio Expo Center. That was a unique experience because I grew up watching shows that Guy Fieri appeared and I never would have taught I would be able to meet in him in person. Even though it was very cool to meet Guy Fieri, I was more fascinated by the many cool coffee shops that are around Columbus. A coffee shop that I found out about during my freshman year of college that I loved was Fox in the Snow Cafe. I remembered last year I went with my ACES mentor and had such a fun time. Also, I had this AMAZING cinnamon bun at this cafe, therefore, I wanted my Natalie to experience this place. I know Natalie would love going to this place because she loves food just like me. Also, I wanted to select a place that allowed us to talk about how Natalie is doing in school and life in general.
My roommate has a car on campus, therefore, we drove to Fox in the Snow Cafe. During our car ride, we listened to music and talk among each other. Once we got there, we all ordered drinks and food. I was so excited to have the cinnamon buns at this cafe, but they sold all out of them by the time we got there. I was devastated because I really wanted Natalie to try these cinnamon buns. After hearing such sad news, I got a banana bread instead with the side of their good cream cheese frosting. Natalie ordered a hot chocolate! Overall, the food and beverages were delicious. Also, the scenery of Fox in the Snow Cafe was amazing. Every time I go, I forgot how peaceful and calm it is at this cafe. I love the plants being everywhere allowing the cafe to feel cozy. As well, Fox in the Snow Cafe has a big window that allows one to see the workers making coffee and see all the delicious pastries. Thus, coming to the Fox in the Snow Cafe gave me a change of scenery and pace from the busy life at OSU.
During our time at the cafe, we talked about how Natalie was doing. Overall, she was doing good at her school work. Her economics class was going better since the last time we talked. Also, that week she was going to hang out with her siblings, therefore, she was very excited to see them. The previous week, she was able to spend time with her father and brother. We also discussed about apartments because I’m in the process of finding a place for next year. Apparently, her brother has a cheap apartment that she will be staying at after he graduates. We had a pleasant conversation and time at the Fox in Snow Cafe.
Even though our journey to get these amazing cinnamon buns didn’t go as planned, I had an amazing time catching up with Natalie. Fox in the Snow Cafe atmosphere was very relaxing and cozy. It was a change of scenery from the cafes at OSU. I would recommend someone to come experience the Fox in the Snow Cafe, especially if they have their cinnamon buns available! Going off campus made me realize that I should do it more often than what I have been doing this past year. Last year, every weekend I would go out and explore this amazing city. Yet, this year I have been focusing a lot on studying that I haven’t given myself the time to go out. Thus, this experience made me realize I should start going out and exploring the many events and places that make Columbus unique. Definitely as I enter my spring semester, I will set some time aside to go out with friends and explore the diverse city of Columbus. Also, I want to take Natalie to a place in Columbus that reflects the diversity of this city. We would probably go to a place that serves food because we both love to try new food. I am very excited to take her out next semester and to continue exploring the city of Columbus.
