First, MUSICA, and second… Hello All💞, and third, I thought I would talk about this thing that’s very popular in Europe (and probably all over) right now called Hygge ~ While we were traveling I would walk into a bookstore in Great 
(great and wonderful) Britain, and invariably, on the front table would be six different books, all with some cozy atmospheric picture of H💟ME on the cover and called some variation of “HYGGE,” which makes sense when you find out Hygge is Danish for “cozy.” So I checked it out and it’s pronounced “HYU-gah,” but I like to pronounce it “HUG,” since the word embraces (so to speak) the entire spirit of Hygge. We’ve had Hygge for a long time around here too, but we’ve called it other things … the way my mom said it was,
And sometimes it’s known as Living the Dream; or Having it All; or Living Large; or The Pursuit of Happiness; and let’s not forget . . .
Oh yeah. It’s all about making a world of Contentment in your own
Unfortunately, we can’t control what goes on in the outside world, which seems to get more ridiculously uncontrollable every day, but we CAN control what goes on in our own homes ~ whether it’s one room, an apartment, or a mansion. Hygge has nothing to do with money, it’s an equal opportunity bringer of joy.
Hygge is a state of mind and a recognizing that what you seek, you already have. I’ve perfected my Hygge in rented rooms and tiny apartments when I was younger. I make it every time we travel in a small train compartment when I bring along my feather pillow, my comfy slippers, a new wonderful book to read, my electric kettle, my favorite cup, my favorite tea, and some homemade cucumber sandwiches. That’s Traveling Hygge, there’s more to it, but today we’re talking bout Hygge In-House. In YOUR house to be exact!
There are a thousand ways to Hygge yourself, and if you’ve been hanging around this Blog long enough, you know that’s mostly what we love to talk about. How to make a Homemade Happy Life . . .
Over the years, I’ve recognized that most of the little things that make life wonderful are found in the same basic framework I use when I give a party: They always seem to appeal to one of the five senses, plus that magical sixth sense, the highly personal one called 
“imagination.” Because the senses are kind of your everything. If they are constantly fed a diet of car exhaust, too many people at the mall, the dentist’s drill, fast food cheeseburgers, news of starving children, killer germs on the loose, and culture collapse, staring into your phone for hours on end, and perhaps a quick frisking at the airport, you are just not going to be happy! SO simple. You might have to go out and experience all of that, but then you can come home, where YOU are in charge. Whew. Look around your home. How does it feel? How does it sound? How does it look? How does it smell? How does it taste? Are there flowers, candles, a cozy throw for you, books, teacups? Is there toast and cheese? Are there pancakes? Is there pretty music that sends you to the moon? Now for number six: see any whimsy, anything that only says YOU in all caps? The question is, does your house FEED you from the well of sweetness?
Hygge thyself!
When it’s all rainy and gray outside . . .
Make a fire or light a candle . . . light many candles!
Lots of you know how much I love houses ~ I have one room where there are only paintings of houses on the walls. Over the years, when I’m out and about, I might see a little candle house, the one with the green roof is my newest in this long slow-growing collection. I found it in Scotland where so many of the real houses are white stucco. What could be more Hygge than a candle IN a house? It’s the Hyggiest! And long, and slow-growing? That’s Hygge too.
Light the candles and then go make yourself a cup of tea, and cuddle up to watch an old movie . . .
This is Audrey Hepburn and Gregory adorable Peck in Roman Holiday. Five Stars! I have a wonderful list of old movies that could keep a person busy and in Hygge City for a whole winter if they wanted!
This is the June page from my new 2017 wall-calendar and just a reminder, because the main thing about Hygge, as you can probably tell by just reading about it, it’s so HEALTHY! It doesn’t weigh you down, it makes you buoyant, up and ready to go! It’s priceless, and it’s a gift you can give yourself because it’s FREE!
Read a book that will light your soul, send your heart to the moon, make tears flow down your cheeks, and inspire you to greatness. Read biographies about your heroes. I love reading about the life of Beatrix Potter because she makes me want to be a better person.💞
I think it’s very Hygge to put dried flowers in her books . . .
Even housekeeping and doing laundry can be Hygge, if you wait a moment and let yourself SEE the before and afters . . . and just how pretty wrinkles and patterns can be, smell the cleanness, feel how organized you must be as you are hanging things to dry, there in the Village of Hygge, where you are in charge of your environment, and your environment is not in charge of you.
And how lovely it is to have your hands slippery in warm water caring for your things, washing them, loving them, making them last forever. You can sing while you do it, and that will make the other people in the house happy too. Really, it will.🎵
Luv-lee bubble baths, where all tensions rooooolllll away in the water . . . play the MUSICA! Because guess who’s in charge? You are!
It’s hard to find words for how wonderful a little petty-pet can be, but I tried.
Put something fun on the calendar, something to look forward to! Hygge is having a dream, and making it come true, even if it takes ten years!
Make a picture wall in your bathroom. It’s zen. No one wants to come out of my bathroom now! See HERE.
Have a Jane Austen tea party and Celebrate her birthday on December 16th, use her books as centerpieces, tell everyone to wear a hat … I have lots of recipes for delicious tea party food! (Just click on which recipe you’d like to have.)
There is also Doing Nothing that is totally Hygge, especially if you find you are doing too much: sleep in! Do it in the coziest flannel jammies you can find. Keep the room cold so you are cuddled under the covers. Moosh the pillow around your ears to keep them warm. Don’t laugh. This can be done! As my mother said, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way!” Put it on your calendar if you have to!
This is Joe (look close to see him), enjoying the Hygginess of it all!
This was the sky over our house this morning, after a few grey days and even some rain. How heavenly is that?
When I was little I used to go outside at night before bed, to look at the stars, and fill my lungs with a big breath of fresh night air to take back to my cozy (Hyggie like crazy) bed with me. I still do it sometimes. The stars, they have secrets, and if you put your ear down close, and listen hard, they will tell you.❤️
My dad used to say, “Be an Elf,” and to me, that’s the same exact same thing as Hygge. It’s a hug. Kind of virtual, but you definitely still feel it. Christmas can be a lonely time for some of us, especially if we’ve dreamed of a certain kind of magical Christmas but have never quite gotten it. I say, this year, think about how you can give it to yourself … a nice big Hygge box of jammies and candles just cannot hurt, with a card signed, “Te Adoro, with all my heart, 💞 your darling Santa, who loves you.” You can wake up, find it all wrapped up under the tree along with the cashmere sweater he left for you, smell the roast chicken he put in the oven, drink the hot chocolate he made for you, count your blessings and be very surprised and thrilled.💝
And another thing this season: Be sure to Shop Small and Buy Local. Because most of the money you spend when you do that, STAYS in your community. That’s a very good thing. Very Hygge. Wear a cute hat when you do it, spread some sunshine. Send love to Tennessee, if you have a little extra, to help the families affected by the terrible wildfires. Send them a little Hygge. And that’s it, oh no, it’s not, I forgot, one other surprise I have left for you! Pretty Hygge too.
This is the Giveaway we have from the new Willard (which just started going out today, it takes about four days for it all to go, so be patient, and if you’re not on our mailing list, you can still sign up) . . . Anyway the prize is a signed copy of the new Heart of the Home, a bird in a gilded cage for your tree, and two dream charms, one is Christmas Joy, and the other (the red one) is Heart of the Home…and all you have to do is leave a comment and you’ll be entered for the drawing! BUT, there’s something else, because Hey, it’s Christmas, and Hey, we’re Hygging today!
Oh yeah, It’s Heart of the Home AGAIN, signed, like the first one, and also, the now out-of-print A Fine Romance, also signed ~ and there’s a little dream charm too, “Girlfriends,” plus, yes, 
it’s the teapot that we bought in an antique store in the Peak District in England that I wrote about in A Fine Romance … I thought, because I have enough teapots, that I would get quadruple the pleasure from this one. First I got to use it, then write about it, then I got to paint it, and now I get to share it. How much more Hygge can you get? Te Adoro, with all my heart, 💞 your darling Santa, who loves you.
So there will be two drawings! Two winners! Just leave a comment, and I’ll announce the winners here on the blog in a week or so, when everyone’s had a chance to enter, and I’ll email them too.
I’m home.🏡 Feeling so lucky! Happy to be here. Sending love to you all.💝
Hi Susan,
Thank you for the Hygge! Though not near a cozy fire or warm cocoa this blog transported and reminded me that these lovely things exist. Thank you for the loving reminder. I am grateful for you and your sweet blog.
Love,
Laura
The perfect hygge-ness from you! Five candles are now lit and thank you for the beautiful inspiration!
Welcome home Susan! So happy to read your post today. I’ve had such a busy week, a little hygge sounds good right now. Happy Weekend! Going to clean and decorate our home this weekend. We need warm and cozy right now! 🙂
Dear Susan, another reason you make people smile. It is perfectly fine to just be yourself. At this time of year being content with yourself is a wonderful present to give yourself. Welcome home!
Thank you so much for this very inspiring and uplifting blog post! Your examples of the simple things that make life “hygge” are wonderful!
Thanks for your blog today. I just finished decorating my house with beloved elves and fun. Trees are up and I just smile….that’s Hygge for me. Hope you and Joe and your furry babies have a great holiday season. Welcome home!
Glad you are home.Susan is back!
Dear Susan,
Thank you for this blog and the Willard today. Cozy has long been in my vocabulary and I was introduced to Hygge through a Scandinavian cook book I recently received called Ficka and Hygge… just the thing for this time of year. May this be a blessed Christmas season for you and your family and a million thanks for your continued inspiration through your writing.
I love your cozy home.
You’ve already got your home all cozy looking! And what an exciting giveaway!
Hygge was cuddling our kitten purring on my lap as I read your. inspiring blog!
Welcome back to the States, Susan! What a lovely blog post today! I enjoyed everything Hygge!
Hi Susan,
I just finished reading Willard and then your blog and loved them both as always. You brighten my day and I can just feel your warmth and caring for all the really important things in life with all your words. I do all the hygge things in my home too and it is a real sanctuary for my husband and myself. I loved following you and Joe throughout your trip and am sure you are happy once again to be in your lovely sanctuary too. Have a wonderful Christmas and a happy new year!
…and now I need a fire in the fireplace, a warm cup of tea, a quilt and my puppy!
Thank you, Susan, once again for bringing cheer to my heart. I so appreciate the inspiration I receive after reading your blog. Love the bathroom pics! The Great Wall of fame!
Your cozy friend,
Ruth
Great photos. I finally found Joe in the photo!
What lovely gifts to give away.
Home for the Holidays ! Happy you are you ! XO
Hugs to you too! Thanks for the happy and positive thoughts that fill your blog!
Life is grand isn’t it !?!
WELCOME HOME SUSAN AND JOE! Nice red socks Joe! They are red – right!?
Your newsletters always feel like a “hygge”. Thanks
You sent the perfect post dear lady. After the shock of the election, I needed to get out of my depression. So… cleaned, organized draws, and decided I needed to retreat to La La Land. So… just like Meg Ryan in You’ve Got Mail- mini lights went up around all our windows. While Bing and Frank were playing, I continued my quest for joy and peace and put up all our Christmas decorations (minus the tree). It was just what I needed. Then off to Oregon for Thanksgiving with my children and grandchildren. Mission accomplished. Life is Good!. Life is too short to let something we can’t control pull us down. Treat ourselves and each other well. Our family, friends, and strangers deserve our kindness and respect because there is no other way to live ones life. Thank you again Susan.
Fondly, Lani
You fed yourself. Lovely Lani, we know what heals our hearts. xoxo
Thank you Susan for just always knowing what we need to bring a peaceful end to a busy week. Snuggling in for the weekend at home is what I look foward to all week. Candles, Christmas lights and decorations, music, tea, and my beloved husband and puggle. I am blessed.
Your words are the best hug that I had today! Thank you!
Hi Susan, I’m happy you’re back home, nesting and sharing with us. I kept thinking of you as I cleaned windows, closets and the tops of everything (high spots that don’t get it very often). It felt so good! Hugs, Carol
DOES feel good! Had to laugh. I’m always so proud of myself when I do it. Stare at it a bit! 😀
When I USED to HAVE to defrost the fridge I would keep opening opening it to see the beauty of the job done~ kind of defeating the purpose!
LOL, but wasn’t it pretty!
Welcome Back!!!
Anything with roses on it: lamps, linens, china. Such happiness in the winter months, especially. Even your post is Cozy!
Thank you Susan, for such a warm and cozy post. Just what I needed after a long, hard week this week.
I am still in awe of your great expanse of thoughts on the election that changed the world. Having been a volunteer in both this year and 08. , I am still in shock. Thanks for transporting my mind for a little while. I join the others in waiting for more travel details. Thanks for the wise reminder to light candles while we enjoy our tea. I am trying to keep all those in Tennessee in my heart also. We just returned from a terrific vacation there in October. Oh the beauty🍁😍 God bless!
Last month I first read about Hygge in a book about the Danish being the happiest people in the world. I’ve been putting the wonderful ideas into daily practice. Thank you for some more fun tips!
Love the drawings and the hugge way of life !💗Thank you
A warm and cozy blog to read after a long day! It hit the spot!
So glad you are back from your adventures safe and sound. I just finished reading an article about hygge earlier today. It sounds heavenly. Looking forward tomthevWillard. Happy Holidays.
I love the idea of Hygge! So needed, especially now! I am a newcomer to your blog and I love it! The art, the quotes, your comments – beautiful and loving! Thank you!
Welcome home. I couldn’t find Joe. Going back to look again
Thank you for being you. I was worried when so many friends were not polite to you. It sounds as if your lovely thoughts and actions have helped you and us. You mean more than a post, you mean a way to live life and enjoy it. Smiles dear friend.
I enjoyed another heartfelt and cozy post.Warm Christmas Hygges to you!
I have a chair in our living room that I’ve claimed as mine. It’s comfy and I look out the window at the skyline. It’s my nook. I especially love to eat a piece of chocolate and reread my sweet Betty Neels novel. I let the busyness of my life fall away. That is my sweet slice of Hygge.
Thank you for all your lovely homemaker-ly ways, you are a kindred spirit. Sometimes I feel like a fish out of water because I enjoy my home, being in it, making it cozy, etc. There are a lot of women in my life that are not that way, so I appreciate the way you validate who I am, by the way you are who you are.
There are a lot of fishes on this blog! xoxo
Oh Susan I needed you today – needed your sunshine, needed your cheerfulness. Our world is often a difficult and sad place but any time any of us can spread sunshine in it, we will improve it. To thank you I’m going to post your blog address on Facebook as my own way of spreading some sunshine. Thank you for you.
That is so sweet, Sue, thank YOU.
Love your suggestions for taking time out this holiday season. Thanks!
Wonderful post! I love the way you pronounce hygge 💕!
What a joy….and inspiration to make sine changes “around here”❤️
I have been wanting to ask you this… Are all of the buildings and houses in Bath and Oxford old? Or are there modern buildings too? And have you read A Discovery of Witches, takes place in Oxford. As a tour guide maybe Carries hubby would know about it? Debby
I don’t think there are any new ones in the centers of either cities ~ outside, there are some, but they keep the spirit of the older architecture, you won’t see any chrome and glass. When you are in those cities, you are in another century entirely. Haven’t read that book, but I’ll look for it!
The book is so good, it starts out in the Bodelian library! It’s a great love story. It’s by Deborah Harkness. It is the first of her trilogy. You will recognize many places I’m sure. The author has a thing for Fleetwood Mac and they are woven into the stories very cleverly. Wish I were reading it for the first time. Do you think your friend Carrie in Oxford would mind if I asked her about the tours? Debby
Not at all… contact Carrie on Twitter @holywellbnb ~ her husband does the tours, he was born and raised in Oxford, and that city is BEYOND amazing.
Thank you, Susan. Needed a lift and I seem to love all the same things. I wish I could share some pictures of my Hygge here, but alas I don’t know how. Anyway, love your cat, especially in the bathroom by your bubble bath. One of my cats likes to come in when I’m taking a shower and stands between the shower curtain and the liner. He does it to see what I’m doing as he likes running water. I call him my “peeping Tom”. A few times, he’s fallen in!! My cats are big on Hygge!
So glad to have you home!! Loved your blog back to feeling loved again!
What a hygge-filled (I’m pronouncing it “higgy” in my head), warm, fun blog post – and how awesome it looks splattered up on my new 50″ tv that I am able to connect my laptop to. My eye doctor will be happier with me, as will my eyes. Thanks for the time & energy to write and post this. It’s delightful. I’m looking forward to reading your books soon – I’m working on 2 others presently so I’ve been putting it off- but winning either of those books would be exciting, especially since my 60th birthday is a few weeks off. My knees are dampening my spirits and they could use a little lift. However, I see the competition I’m up against and I don’t wish anyone else ill will on my account. Just know that I too would really be tickled to win. Bless you Susan. Happy Holidays.
So wonderful to find your email and blog after a very long day at work. Sitting with a cup of tea and enjoying!
The illustration about stress causing illness really resonated with me. I pinned it and will refer to it often, I’m sure. Your artwork is just so lovely!
Susan, I loved your inspirational hygge suggestions. I practice a lot of them too. Thanks for being such a special person. Your pages bring a lot of happiness to your readers. Susan
Oh so nice to read your post today. I’ve been feeling down because a few days ago I discovered a leak under my sink, and now it’s all mushroomed into a major repair and reconstruction. Hadn’t even decorated for Christmas yet. My contractor ‘hopes’ it will all be done by Christmas, but… alas.
So you cheered me up today – Thanks!!!! Perfect time for your Hygee message!
We just found a leak in our roof! Eeeek. Trying not to look at it.
Dear Susan, Some people have a talent for making any place a “home.” I believe you have that gene naturally. I have to work at it a bit, but even I can light a candle, make a cup of tea, snuggle into a warm “blanky”, and make toasted cheese sandwiches with Tomato Soup! Thanks for inspiring us to make where ever we are “home” or Hygge! 🙂
That’s so true, everyone can do it!
I love your attitude. Cheers!
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and the Happiest of New Years!
It’s the “little things” that combine to make a big thing—joy!! Thank you, Susan, for your graciousness and cheer. You are a treasure.
I am drinking in this post. My dog of 15 years went to heaven 3 weeks ago & I miss him so much. 😢 And now you’ve sent out this lovely message so full of warmth. Just what I needed. Thank you! xo
Sad for you Jane, such a terrible loss. xoxoxo
It’s raining outside and I’m sitting in a comfy chair with two kitties on my lap, reading Willard. A definite hygge! Thanks so much!
Thank you, Susan, for your latest blog – so uplifting as usual!
Welcome home! Reading this Willard made me feel cozy. Love sharing your thoughts, simple pleasures and treasures with you.
Hello Susan, so nice to see this in my “mailbox” tonight, the 4 year olds kept me on my toes this week. Today was their Holiday Sing and we have been practicing up a storm. Between that and writing 37 comments on 37 progress reports whew that go home next week, I am ready to curl up with a good book. Thank you so much for your positivity. I am looking forward to your continued sharing of everything “hygge”. I too loved the photo of Joe, so funnily sweet. Looking forward to reading my Willard. Happy Days!
Love the idea of Hygge! I’m now thinking of ways to incorporate it into my life right now! It is a cold (for Texas), wet night, sooo…. Maybe decorating the Christmas tree in my jammies with a nice cup of tea! Thanks for the inspiration, Susan! I always love reading your blog.
Missed you when you were abroad.
What a wonderful post! After meeting you & Joe at Malaprops Bookstore, I ended up having 3 surgeries in 3 months, but all is good now. We are enjoying extra Hygge this Christmas and appreciating every bit of it more than ever! It is so wonderful that you and Joe enjoyed such an amazing trip and arrived home safe and sound. I think I love your posts from your charming home most of all!
Susan, thanks again for lifting my spirits and helping me find ways to make this new “everything’s-bigger-in-Texas” home feel more homey (because so far, it so doesn’t!). Thanks for reminding me that I have control!! You are the only person I have ever known besides myself and my mother who celebrates the act of washing our pretty things and keeping them nice forever, hanging sweet towels on a wooden rack or hugging wonderful flannel jammies. Mom and I have lived apart for 40 years and we share such small joys all the time. Now my grown daughters are too. But, if your blog is any indication, small things really do matter to quite a few of us! May our tribe increase 🙂
New to your blog and absolutely love it!
Welcome back home! Loving your loooong blog with soooo many grand ideas to make the holidays cozy. I printed out your movie list to add to my Netflix and enjoy with Paul by the fire throughout the upcoming winter months. You are such an inspiration to me and I treasure you. It was such a joy meeting you and Joe in San Luis Obispo and again in Danville, California. Paul & I feel as though you truly are our friends!! Blessings to you both this Christmas season and may 2017 bring you more adventures and happiness together. xoxo
As I often say-Home Sweet Home! I did love reading about your travels.
Oh, welcome home! You’ve been missed here, and I know you must be happy to be in your own cozy home, again. Just received my Willard, and must print it out to read all of it tomorrow. Nighty-night!
Welcome home Susan. You were missed! I can hardly wait to hear all about your trip, and if you decide on a book about it – count me in! Glad Jack remembers his parents too! Merry Christmas and a VERY Happy New Year to you both!
Ahhhhhh, yes….
Hi Susan, Welcome Home!
Why, the teapot you are giving away is the same pot you painted for your smaller wall calendar for 2016. In fact, I was enjoying the watercolor painting just today, when I changed my calendar over to December (it’s on my cubicle wall at my office!) I love pretty teapots; and I love your blog!
Hi susan what a fun post and lots of hygges. I would love to be included in the giveaway and if I won I would share a hygge with my sister and a pot of tea in a lovely teapot with books to read and charms to share! Merry Christmas to you and joe and jack. xoxo Sherry K.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading your blog! The pictures enhanced my enjoyment of your blog! I had trouble finding Joe! When I DID find him I laughed out loud! I can’t wait to read The Willard! Thanks for brightening my day with your homespun stories! They make me feel all cozy inside! 😍
Always look forward to posts from you! Love them, can’t wait for my Willard!
Reading your hygge blog and the comments encourages me to anticipate and enjoy warm-hearted wishes and dreams from loved ones rather than the hurry, scurry, and “things” associated with Christmas. God Bless You and Joe this wonderful season of celebration.
Thanks for a wonderful read. I so liked your advice for taking a nap especially the reference to meditation and exercise. So important in todays world.
Blessings,
Kathy
I love the idea of being an elf. Thanks for your posts that are always an encouragement.
Your post is a delight! I feel the Hygge here in PA😘 Thank you dear Susan and welcome home! P.S. My kitty sits next to the tub when I’m in it too💕😽
Your drawings and writing are always Hygge to me! Thank you!
Love this blog — You’re an inspiration!
You got me. I can’t see Jo anywhere! Couch?
floor, in front of fire…
Have just bookmarked your movie list since I’ve finally started watching old black-and-white movies this year, so thank you for that! Waiting to hear more about your trip; we are going (again) to England in May but only for two weeks and deciding where to go is like only choosing one chocolate out of a new box… Thank you for sharing so much of yourself – some days I just wrap myself up in your blog like a fuzzy blanket!
May? I would go to Kent. Get a little cottage, and stay there the whole time. Walk out the public paths every morning. See Sissinghurst, Charleston, Hever Castle, Great Dixter, Scotney, Chartwell, and do not forget Smallhythe Place! xoxoxo
Thanks for another great contact Susan, so happy to hear from you. Have a very Merry Christmas you two.
So odd to read this, in a very good way! Read about hygge on Pinterest while looking for winter fun a couple of weeks ago. Started a hygge board and love the concept. You gave me such great ideas!!! Unfortunately the US has not caught on, only found one book to order at Barnes and Noble.
Happy holidays and happy winter!
Welcome home, Susan and Joe! Looking forward to reading all about your trip.
I needed this post today like you wouldn’t believe! Thank you for the ‘hug’ and inspiration . . . my candle is lit, I fluffed the livingroom a bit, added water to the rose on my desk and made some homemade soup. My 14 year old is practicing his violin in the next room to add just the right harmony for tonight. 🙂
There’s no place like home! Welcome back. Can’t wait to hear all about your magical trip. I hope to get to England some day. You’ve made me fall in love with it too. Your give always are wonderful and hope I have a chance to win one. Now I’m off to read your Willard. You’re the best!
Hygge is my love language!
After posting this comment, I am gong to snuggle up with a quilt that I made and a book.
Holiday wishes to you and Joe.
Love your post: classic and beautiful with rich content ! So rare and precious! Thank you for sharing 🙂
Susan,
We are such kindred spirits, I read your words & identify with everything you say. I, too, like my bedroom cold and push my pillow up under my ears. When I took my bridesmaids (of 45 years ago) to England, we went to everything Beatrix Potter & stayed in the Lindeth Howe Bed & Breakfast that Beatrix bought that property for her mean ole mother. We were literally three days behind you as we traveled the Queen’s jubilee month of May. When I read your blogs & books, I just wish I was drinking tea and laughing hysterically with you. Merry Christmas, dear girl. I am “crackers” over you… Love, Becky
I’m crackers right back! Becky Ross!
I give up. Where is Joe?
Hint: Look for a computer in the photo. And there are legs and feet.
Thank you for such a lovely post with warm, cozy thoughts for appreciating our homes and loved ones during the holiday season.
Love this blog! This is the most hygge season of all! Welcome home! Joy, joy!
Dearest, darling Susan!
Welcome home! I could hear Jack chirruping and purring with happiness all the way in Kansas. Or maybe that was you I could hear? Ha!
While Roman Holiday is lovely, i have you to thank for introducing me to Hobson’s Choice. What a gem! I wouldn’t have watched it without your recommendation and now it’s a real favorite.
I love the idea of hygge, but sure wish I was sure how to pronounce it. I have a hard time remembering new words if I don’t say it out loud. Meanwhile, the MEANING of hygge went straight to my heart and is filed away nicely. It IS in the little things where you find happiness. Your post is just the most joyful, hyggiest thing and I’m so grateful for you!
Love from Kansas!
Elizabeth
Great blog! I love it!!
Enjoyed this lovely post!
First of all, welcome home! Thank you for sharing hygge with us. I need more of that in my life, although I suppose I have a fair share already with assorted houses, some that even take a candle inside. You have great suggestions for it. I’m looking forward to receiving my copy of Willard.
Even though I have a number of teapots, I recently decided I want another. How perfect would yours be?
Love the idea of Hygge. It’s inspiring to see all your ideas in your home. Yes, shop local, shop thrift stores. Thank you. Looking forward to Willard.
Loving this blog post filled with hygge! My 63rd birthday was yesterday and because my daughter knows I love all things SB, she gave me your darling 2017 desk blotter calendar 😍. I’ll be adding more hygge to my office with this latest SB acquisition ❤️
Dear Susan,
God Bless you for all you do for us. I am unable to do much, because of my illnesses. You help me to keep trying though.
Sincerely,
Mary
I am so happy you are home safe and blogging for us