Last week, we had the very first snowfall in Mende this year! I was a little unsure how I would fare this winter since it has been over a year and a half since I’ve experienced a really cold, snowy season. However, because of that, I have made it my mission to make this cozy season cozier than all previous winters! (If you have recommendations about what keeps you cozy, I am all ears.)
When I’m not making myself a steaming cup of hot chocolate, or curling up under my oversize fuzzy blanket with a book, I am also trying to get out and enjoy the snow!
On Saturday, a teacher at one of the high schools in town invited all the assistants to join her on short hike up to the ruins of a medieval castle. It was nothing short of magical!
After this outing, I promptly went home, made some hot chocolate and burrowed under the covers. Some of the things I have been enjoying so far:
- burning incense
- hanging twinkle lights above my bed
- drinking the aforementioned hot chocolate
- catching up on books on my kindle including
- Madame President: The Extraordinary Journey of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
- The Lady’s Guide to Petticoats and Piracy
- El Tiempo Entre Costuras
And here are a few of my works-in-progress:
- finding a way to get frothy steamed milk into my everyday
- making an at-home London Fog Tea Latte (like the ones at Starbucks)
- buying the perfect holiday candle
Sending love and coziness from France!
Reflections 