I really had to bite my tongue today...... A senior partner in my law firm and I had a 3 PM meeting at City Hall. It's a four block walk (.7 miles) through our Capital Grounds which are absolutely lovely. I did it on Friday and it took about 10 minutes (it's a pretty steep hill) going there and less than that coming back.
Today, we drove. No, it's not stifling hot or raining.
As the junior associate I had no say in how we got there so I just had to stifle my thoughts. Because of one-way streets and because we had to hunt for parking, we ended up driving approximately 3.2 miles (according to Google Maps). Upon arrival, she paid for parking ($1.50, meter). Driving, parking, and walking a block took approximately 15 minutes. Along the way, she was very helpful in coaching me on where the best parking spots are and how I should always be sure to leave early so I have time to circle the block waiting for a space if need be. I quietly said "Thanks. I usually walk. If the weather's bad, I take the bus." She just looked at me like I'd grown wings.
I'm now back in my office and can't seem to pick my jaw up off the ground. Please tell me I dreamed that.
Edited to add: She drives a SUV. [facepunch]