
Naturally, the topic turned to men and the atmosphere in the room began to resemble a slumber party. As we sipped wine and gazed out at the hotel's infinity pool and the lights of the city, we talked about how nice it would be have to have a date with us. After a day of dry lectures and an evening of happy hours and conference socializing, we were tired, a bit tipsy, and slightly giddy. My friend and I were sharing a hotel room at a weeklong business conference.