• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • HOME
  • Love+Life
    • Adulting
      • This is the Story of My Life
      • I Hired a Life Coach
      • Why is Making Friends as an Adult so Freaking Hard?
      • My Biggest Insecurity… Money
      • My First Experience Using the Grocery Delivery Service Shipt from Meijer
      • Reusable Solutions: 8 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Waste
    • Wedding
      • Our Destination Wedding at Flora Farms
      • Our Intimate Courthouse Wedding
      • The Real Reason We Got Married 3 Months Before Our Wedding
      • How Much Does it Cost to Get Married at the Courthouse?
      • Our Couple’s Shower at Chateau Aeronautique Brewery & Winery
      • Our Tropical Wedding Invitation Suite from Minted
      • Slow Down & Enjoy Your Engagement with Modern Wedding by Kelsey McKinnon
      • The Best Little White Dresses for Your Bachelorette Party and Bridal Shower
      • Moody, Tropical, Boho Wedding Mood Board
    • Marriage
      • Married to Medicine
      • 5 Books to Improve Your Romantic Relationships
      • What If I’m Not Made to be a Mother?
      • The Real Reason We Got Married 3 Months Before Our Wedding
      • A Letter to My Almost Husband
      • Our Engagement Story
      • We Met on a Double Date
      • Finding Love After Heartbreak
  • HOME DECOR
    • Home Tours
      • Modern, Vintage Victorian House Tour
      • Paint Colors: As Seen on Instagram
      • Naked (The house, not me) Tour
    • Makeovers
      • Mudroom Makeover on a Budget
      • Mud Room/Laundry Room Progress Update
      • Black Bathroom Inspiration + Updates on Ours
      • Black & White Kitchen Renovation Inspiration
      • My $500 Kitchen Refresh Reveal with Cost Breakdown
      • Entryway Makeover: A Before & After on a Budget
    • Seasonal & Holiday
      • Holiday Home Tour 2018
      • Black & White Christmas Decor
      • Seven Ways to Make Your Home Feel Like Fall Without Holiday Decor
      • Fall Front Porch: Modern, Creative Ideas
      • Thanksgiving Tablescapes: Unique, Modern & Moody Fall Place Settings
  • Lifestyle
    • Family
    • Health & Fitness
      • My Battle with Chronic Headaches & Migraines + How I Found Relief
      • May is Mental Health Awareness Month
      • Why Every Entrepreneur Should Workout
    • Travel
      • Three Days on the Amalfi Coast: Italy Trip
      • A Magical Trip to Tulum, Mexico: On a Budget
      • La Lastra Winery Tour Sienna Italy
      • Transportation in Italy: What I Would do Differently
      • Vacationing in Costa Rica: Everything You Need to Know
      • Our Lake Michigan Weekend Getaway in a Tiny Cabin
    • Style
      • Zaful Swimwear Review + My Cheeky Honeymoon Bikinis
      • Beach Honeymoon Style Inspiration
    • Beauty
      • My Simple Skincare Routine
      • Getting Hair Extensions? Here’s What I Wish Someone Would Have Told Me
      • My 5 Minute weekday Makeup Routine
  • Business
    • Blogging
      • Affiliate Marketing: Make Money with Your Blog
      • Six ways to Monetize Your Blog and Social Media
      • How to Make Money Blogging
      • How to Manage a Blog When You Work Full-time
    • Entrepreneurship
      • Four Ways to Nail Your Business Finances
      • How to Avoid Isolation When You Work from Home
      • Empowering Quotes for Your Phone Screen Background
      • 12 Books Every Female Entrepreneur Should Read
      • The Power of Batch Working & Time Blocking as an Entrepreneur
      • Stylish Laptop Bags: Weekly Round Up
      • Seven Chances to Email Your List That You Might be Missing
    • Social Media
      • 5 Steps to Getting Ahead of Content Creation & Planning
  • SHOP
    • Home
    • Maternity
    • Organization
    • Beauty
    • Fashion
    • Sustainability
    • Workout
  • WORK WITH ME
    • Brand Collaborations
    • Wedding & Events
  • ABOUT

Miranda Schroeder

A millennial girl's guide to home, life & love.

We Met on a Double Date

mirandaschro| Life+ Lifestyle+ Love+Life

We Met on a Double Date | Miranda Schroeder Blog

www.mirandaschroeder.com

I’ve been wanting to share this story for a long time. Andrew and I met on a double date. And no, we were not there with each other. You see, I was engaged to be married and Andrew WAS married when we met.

My ex fiancé and Andrew grew up together, but they weren’t super close after they went off to college which is where I met my ex and Andrew met his ex wife. My ex and I moved to Indianapolis after graduation and that was when he reconnected with Andrew. They set up a double date for the four of us one night.

The Double Date

We went to the Eagle, a fancy restaurant in downtown Indianapolis. It’s on the top floor of the second highest building in the city (Don’t quote me on that). My ex and I got there first. We sat at a small, square table for four. My ex and I sat next to each other. When Andrew and his ex wife showed up, Andrew sat straight across from me. That night was so weird. Especially looking back on it now.

No! There was absolutely not flirtatious eye contact back and fourth between the two of us. I’m serious. There wasn’t. Instead, it was more like my ex fiancé and Andrew’s ex wife painting this strange picture that

Andrew and I were basically the same person. Everything she said about Andrew was SO true of me. I remember getting up from the table after dinner was done and thinking, “I feel a connection with this person.” That was it really. One small, completely platonic thought .

Andrew’s Version of the Story

In Indianapolis we have this thing called “Devour Downtown”, which happens twice each year, once in the Spring and once in the Fall. As a financially struggling Medical Student, I always tried to take advantage of this event because you can eat at nice restaurants for about 50% off.

Anyways…I would occasionally make it a group or double-date. For this particular evening, I decided to ask one of my friends from childhood and high school if he and his significant other wanted to go (yes, this was Miranda and her ex-fiance). He said yes and we set the date.

It was at the Eagle, a very nice restaurant on the top floor of one of the highest buildings in Indianapolis. I had never been. My now ex-wife and I showed up second (I knew this before arriving at the restaurant because the building made you sign in on the ground floor and I saw Nick’s name about 5 minutes before mine).

We made it to the table and Miranda and her ex were already there. He and I did a classic “bro” hand shake and introduced myself to Miranda and my ex to Miranda and her ex. I sat directly across from Miranda. It was an enjoyable evening.

Miranda and I ordered the same thing and throughout the night, it was apparent that we had a lot in common. It was completely innocuous, though. There was no flirting or anything inappropriate, even though Miranda got a little tipsy right off the bat (nothing has really changed there haha). In fact, despite the fact that we ha so much in common, I don’t think that I thought much about her until about a year later when I invited her to play on my Med School soccer team.

A Year Later…

As we discovered during that double date, Miranda and I had a ton in common. One of the things we shared in common was that we were both collegiate soccer players. I continued to play after Undergrad in several mens and co-ed leagues.

About a year after we initially met ( and with no contact in between) I reached out to her ex (they were still together at that time) and asked if she would like to play on one of my co-ed teams because we always lacked sufficient women to play. She thankfully accepted and joined the team.

She would always show up and stand by herself and act kind of awkward because she didn’t know anyone but me…and we didn’t know each other very well either. I made it a point to always include her in conversations and warm ups and would talk to her after the games so that she didn’t feel like she didn’t fit in. She was even on the field when I dislocated my knee…but didn’t come over to make sure if I was ok lol. But still, nothing flirty…barely more than acquaintances

From Miranda’s Point of View

My ex asked me if I wanted to play on Andrew’s soccer team. I said, “yes,” because I missed playing soccer so much (not because Andrew is HOT). Seriously though, I didn’t think that at the time. I WAS super awkward because I didn’t know anyone besides Andrew.

He was always thoughtful in making sure I was included. One night, it was freezing and he let me wear his jacket. As he ran onto the field and I was wearing his jacket, he made sure to let me know there was a gun in the pocket. Umm…. scary?

Anyways, the day he hurt is knee was our last game of the season. I remember his ex wife walking out to him on the field laughing at him. I thought that was weird. I was so ready for the season to be over. I dreaded going every week and feeling like an awkward turtle that no one wanted there.

Two Years Later…

This is when I get a direct message on Instagram from Andrew. Haven’t talked to the married dude since the soccer league that I hated going to. I’ll let him take it form here..

According to Andrew…

Ok…Long story short, my ex-wife had been having at least 2 affairs and it came out right after I graduated medical school, right before I was set to move 4.5 hours away to the Michigan lakeshore for my Residency. In a lot of ways it was a “clean break” and it made sense that she told me then.

Regardless, I was in a new town, didn’t know anyone, had nowhere to live (we had planned on moving together and couldn’t find a place that would let us bring our dog…but she kept the dog), was living out my suitcase and car. Thankfully my residency provided temporary housing right next to the hospital that was typically reserved for medical students.

But I was still alone. I had a “roommate” (another resident who was waiting for his house to close) but I didn’t know him and he had a baby and wife so not really somewhere I would fit in at this point in my life. I was literally going through the motions. I would wake up, go to residency orientation, work out, and then start drinking on the couch and watching TV. If I didn’t have anything to do, I would drink all day and watch golf, or movies, or whatever else to keep me “busy.” I was Depressed!

Then a little memory came to me in the back of my mind while I was scrolling through Instagram. I came across a story or post from Miranda about drinking wine in the shower. It made me laugh and I remembered that she went to Undergrad in northern Indiana. I thought to myself “that’s not TOO far from where I am”, so I sent her a DM.

I PROMISE that it was innocent and I had no intentions other than being friendly (even though I had seen on Facebook that her and her ex had broken off their engagement). I simply asked “aren’t you from northern Indiana? I just moved to Michigan and want to know if you know anything to do near where I’m at.” She replied, “actually, I’m from Michigan!” And then she called me out of the blue…

Miranda’s Turn…

The Instagram message was weird and random enough, but a text?! Something seemed fishy. I called his ass and was like, “Why are you texting me?” Classic Miranda. I’m literally in the car on the way to my new “boyfriend’s” apartment.

All of a sudden Andrew opens up telling me all of the above. No one really knew…. besides me. After that, we were constantly texting, snap chatting, and talking on the phone. Andrew came down to Indianapolis one Friday night and took me on a date. It was the best. He was the best.

More Blogs on Love & Life:

    So my friend, that is how we met. On a double date. And look at us now. I remember writing in Andrew’s birthday card a month or so after we had been dating that I wouldn’t change a thing about what I had been through because in the end, it led me to him. And the exciting thing is, this isn’t the end, it’s really just the very beginning!

    Let’s Make this Friendship Official!

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jennifer says

      December 31, 2018 at 9:08 pm

      Hold up. What???? I didn’t get a mention here??? #disappointing

      Reply
      • Miranda Allen says

        December 31, 2018 at 9:21 pm

        LOL The story hasn’t gotten that far yet!!!

        Reply
    2. Leanna says

      January 3, 2021 at 7:55 pm

      I love this! Every love story has a different path and that makes it yours!

      Reply
      • mirandaschro says

        February 18, 2021 at 1:57 am

        Thank you! <3

        Reply

    Trackbacks

    1. 5 Books to Improve Your Romantic Relationships - Miranda Schroeder says:
      July 6, 2019 at 7:04 pm

      […] We Met on a Double Date […]

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome Friends

    I’m a newlywed living in Indianapolis, Indiana with my hubby and two pups, Porter and Piper. I wear a lot of hats, like blogger, marketing manager and small business owner. I believe everyone has the power to create a home, life & business that they LOVE. Don’t forget to subscribe for all the juicy updates I send out each week!

    Subscribe

    Find Something

    Blog Categories

    rug source

    The Latest

    • Spring Cleaning Checklist with Oreck
    • A Pro’s Guide to Refinishing your Hardwood Floors
    • Easy Dinner Recipes with Nakano Knives
    • From Weird TV Room to Guest Bedroom: This Room Got a Major Makeover
    • What’s in Baby Girl’s Closet

    What I’m Pinning

    No feeds available.

    Spring Cleaning Checklist with Oreck

    A Pro’s Guide to Refinishing your Hardwood Floors

    Easy Dinner Recipes with Nakano Knives

    Happy Saturday! 🌸 ⁠ ⁠ I have SO much to get Happy Saturday! 🌸 ⁠
⁠
I have SO much to get done today before we leave for the #babymoon tomorrow night. Not to mention, we are throwing a #babysprinkle for our sweet friends tomorrow right before we leave 🙃⁠
⁠
ALL THE BABIES.⁠
⁠
Our shower is next weekend, and I'm feeling more prepared for baby! In the end, I don't think there is anything that can possibly prepare you for bringing home a tiny human 😆⁠
    A rare sighting of our kitchen 👀 I've talked ab A rare sighting of our kitchen 👀 I've talked about how I want to gut this room since before we even closed on the house 🙈⁠⁠
⁠⁠
But so many people keep telling me it's not as bad as I make it out to be... & some even have said they like it 😂⁠⁠
⁠⁠
It's FULL of cherry wood, and was all done custom in the 1980s. Some days I love it. Other days, I hate it. I want to know your thoughts 👇🏼⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠PS: We are loving our new @nakanoknives 👏🏼 They just launched their new IG page!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#thoughtfullythrifted #historichome #oldhouselove #kitchen #kitchenremodel #kitchenrenovation #paintedcabinets #sodomino #currentdesignsituation #apartmenttherapy #myhousebeautiful #finditstyleit #currenthomeview #mydomaine #mybhg #bhghome #myhomevibe #bohemianhome #ihavethisthingwithrugs #housetour #pocketofmyhome  #myeclecticmix #myhomevibe #homeblogger #mypinterest
    I am SO torn on how to paint this room 😩 Do I g I am SO torn on how to paint this room 😩 Do I go bright and white or dark and moody? Do I paint the wood or keep it as is? Helppppppppppp.⁠⁠
⁠⁠
There is absolutely no question that we will be replacing the ceiling fan 😂 Holding off on ordering one until I decide on paint color.⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁣⁠
⁠
⁠
#finditstyleit #pocketofmyhome #showmeyourboho #inmydomaine #homerenovation #currentdesignsituation #hunkerhome #myhousebeautiful #simplystyleyourspace #mybohoabode #myvintagehome #livingroomdecor #apartmenttherapy #howwedwell #modernboho #showmeyourstyled #howyouhome #mydomaine #showemyourstyled #heyhomehey #ispyraddesign #myeclecticmix #theeverygirlathome #bohovibes #smmakelifebeautiful #realhomesofinstagram #makehomematter #thenewbohemians
    We have been working so much lately & anytime we g We have been working so much lately & anytime we get together is such a treat 🖤 Pregnancy has brought a whole new set of challenges to our relationship + a whole lotta extra L O V E 🤰🏼⁠
⁠
I know things are going to change even more drastically when little miss Ryan makes her arrival. Thankful for a husband who is always so quick to forgive and even quicker to say sorry.⁠
⁠
Bring on the #babymoon hubs! Mama is ready for a break + some sand and sea 🌴🌊⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
⁠
#thoughtfullythrifted #posttheordinary #ownyoureveryday #girlshowyourface #seasonsofsimplicity #theartofslowing #seekthesimplicity #lifestylecollective #postwithpurpose #shedelights #relationshipgoals #Godisgood #marriagerocks #marriagematters
    It's time for spring cleaning #sponsored We are th It's time for spring cleaning #sponsored We are those weird people who LOVE to clean - on top of it being a new season, we are officially in nesting mode 🤰🏼⁠⁠
⁠⁠
We have tried SO many different vacuums and this @oreckliving bagged vacuum is AMAZING on hard surfaces & carpet (especially for all the dog hair).⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Head to my stories to see it in action!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠ #springcleaninghacks #springcleaningtime #springcleaningclosetremix #springcleaning2021 #spring #cleaningmotivation #springcleaningtips #springcleaningfever #homedecor #springcleaningsale #tidyingup #springclean #springcleaningcontinues #springcleaningmama
    The sun is shining & there is a healthy baby in my The sun is shining & there is a healthy baby in my belly ☀️🤰🏼 Nothing to complain about here. We are so ready for you little Ryan 🖤 #nesting #29weekspregnant⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#thoughtfullythrifted #sodomino #currentdesignsituation #apartmenttherapy #myhousebeautiful #finditstyleit #instahome #currenthomeview #mydomaine #designsponge #mybhg #bhghome #myhomevibe #bohemianhome #persianrug #rugsnotdrugs #vintagerugs #thisiswhyihavetothriftshopeveryday #ihavethisthingwithrugs #housetour #modernhome #mydomaine #pocketofmyhome  #myeclecticmix #myhomevibe #homeblogger #mypinterest

    Footer

    Disclosure

    This Site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Subscribe

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    Connect

    hello@mirandaschroeder.com

    Book a Call with Miranda

    Copyright © 2021 · Florence Theme by Code + Coconut