I can’t think of a time when I packed up my house that I didn’t move to another house or apartment.
There’s a defect with the flooring in our home, and the company is going to replace them. Yay.
BUT I have to pack up everything like I’m moving. Sigh. Still, I’m thankful they are being replaced because they have buckled, cracked, and splintered away. Why am I sharing this? Because I’m either going to be on social media a lot, trying to forget about the mess, or I will disappear. I’m not sure how I will deal with stress.
In case you enjoy before and after pictures, I’ll share the after when it’s all over.
Next weekend is Malice Domestic. If you’ve followed me for long, you know how much I enjoy attending this event. If you’re going this year, please look for me. I’d love to connect with you.
As I prepare for this conference, I’ll be busy. It’s during times like this that I look for easy recipes, and Frito Pie is one of my favorites.
Hygge was the word of the day last Monday. It is a Danish word that came about in the 1960s, and it makes me smile. Have you ever used this word, or have you heard somebody else use it?
Merriem-Webster’s definition of hygge is, “a cozy quality that makes a person feel content and comfortable
During the long, dark winters when Danes retreat inside their homes, hygge is what brings them a great sense of comfort and joy.—Mary Holland”
According to Worddaily.com, “Elements of hygge include sweaters, couches piled with blankets, candlelight, a warm pastry — basically anything involved with a cozy winter day. This holiday season, light a fire, grab a cup of cocoa, and settle in for a night of hygge. Hygge started out as a Scandinavian way of life, embracing comfort and small pleasures. The word “hygge” then entered English through Danish.”
It’s springtime, and I bet most of us are not thinking about snuggling in blankets on a comfy couch in front of a roaring fire. But there are ways to create hygge in our lives this season.
For starters, I’d like to suggest flowers. Cut flowers from your garden and make big or small arrangements. If you don’t have a garden, buy a small bouquet.
Go for a walk and observe your surroundings. I don’t live in a big city, and it’s easy to connect with nature. That gives me a feeling of coziness.
What about puppies? Do they fit the definition of hygge?
As a cozy mystery author, I’ve got to mention books. What about the term hygge mystery?
Hygge mystery probably won’t catch on, but it’s fun to think about. I hope you all have a warm and hygge spring day, and I hope you find time to read a fun hygge mystery.
It’s spring and that means storms. Here are a few suggestions to survive a power outage.
Charge all of your electronics ahead of time – phone, laptops, and whatever you need so you will be able to reach people if you need help.
Know how to turn off your main circuit breaker in order to help protect your appliances and electrical devices from power surges.
Unplug appliances, electronics, and lighting – and turn up the temperature setting on the AC.
Purchase a backup generator because it can help keep your fridge and other important appliances running during a power outage. Don’t forget to ventilate.
Turn down the temperature on your freezer and fridge to get them as cold as possible to preserve your food. Also, fill your freezer and fridge with ice and water bottles to prolong the cold temperature.
Jackie Layton 