Coziness Danish style 

December 29, 2016 prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a cozy story. What is it to be cozy, to experience Danish hygge? It doesn’t need to be culture-specific, but it can be an interesting point of comparison or contrast. A character might long to feel cozy, or you might describe the perfect cozy scene. It may or may not include Prosecco.

She was chilled to the bone when she put her key in the lock. Her hand was shaking so badly she nearly dropped it. Finally she was inside and desperate for warmth. Hurriedly she got out of her coat and winter boots placing them carefully in the closet. Even though she was frozen to the core her OCD behaviours reared their impertinent head. The fire crackled and outside the wind roared against the window pane. She was safe, warm, and cozy sipping her tea she let out a sigh- hygge. She heard the laughter of her late Danish Grandma.

This is my contribution to the flash fiction challenge at Carrot Ranch hosted by Charli Mills. I loved getting the creative juices flowing through my fingertips. Yet I found it difficult to stop at 99 words. Nothing like some creative writing to smash up a block in the brain!

Jeanine Lebsack

Writer, research assistant, podcaster, reiki healer, and a passionate advocate for neurodiversity. On my writing journey I’ve discovered a plethora of passions including writing, researching, entertaining through song and dance, with a desire to explore and create something transformational and healing. I believe in the sacred art of storytelling and that there’s power in the written and spoken word. Join me on my journey using the magic of words, music, and heart song. I believe we create ripples of energy that flow throughout the universe and by sharing our stories it creates change, positivity, and healing. Have a listen to my podcast on Spotify and Anchor at House of a Writer.

29 thoughts on “Coziness Danish style 

    • 30 December 2016 at 5:04 pm
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      Thank you Lydia, I do to0 and I wanted to give my character a little touch of me. I’m glad you enjoyed it. ?

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  • 30 December 2016 at 8:15 pm
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    I’m chilled through just thinking about it 🙂 And I agree—stopping at 99 words is hard!

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    • 31 December 2016 at 3:51 pm
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      It’s like Charli says she breaks writers block at the Carrot Ranch. I’m so happy I took a chance and got creative. Happy new year to you Jane. ??

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  • 30 December 2016 at 10:32 pm
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    I did enjoy this take on the task….I did like how you referred to OCD as ‘impertinent’…so nicely done….

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    • 31 December 2016 at 3:52 pm
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      Thank you so much for the wonderful compliment. I had to put a little me into my fiction the struggle is real. ?

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      • 31 December 2016 at 9:08 pm
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        I think there is always a little bit of ourselves in every piece we write….its what makes what we write so interesting to our readers….have a good new year, mine has arrived and its a bit cooler today…

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        • 1 January 2017 at 7:01 pm
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          I agree I think it’s important to connect with a little bit of ourselves in our writing. My new year is a snowy one in Canada. ?

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          • 1 January 2017 at 7:50 pm
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            Ah another Canadian. You know I haven’t met a bad one yet. In my world today is January 2nd and it’s raining after four days of intense heat….best wishes for your new year. ????

          • 1 January 2017 at 8:10 pm
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            We are a good lot of people even if I say so myself. Are you in Aus ,NZ, or SA? Snow makes me happy I still need to shovel my sidewalks but Netflix and a cozy couch call to me. ?

          • 1 January 2017 at 8:12 pm
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            Australia. I should be out on a walk but the rain is falling. Take it easy Netflix sounds a good idea.

          • 1 January 2017 at 8:15 pm
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            Oh I love the Aussie way of my life my favourite artist resides their and my niece did a stint of university there. Netflix is always a great idea, I see that you know another one of my favourites Linda J. Hill. ?

          • 1 January 2017 at 8:18 pm
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            Ah yes linda and I are old mates. I admire her greatly she does it tough at times. Who is the artist you admire?

          • 1 January 2017 at 8:23 pm
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            I adore Linda and I must reconnect with her again through her SOCS prompts. She’s a survivor and I admire her strength and determination. I love Arna Bartz she also has a blog called the Silver Poet. ?

          • 1 January 2017 at 8:27 pm
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            I will look your artist up. I have an artist son who is off to Miama Florida in a few weeks to do a mural. It’s all very exciting.
            You can look him up at : Lucas Grogan.com

          • 1 January 2017 at 9:00 pm
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            Yes I did look her up and I do like her work….most interesting that she is involved in so many projects….

          • 2 January 2017 at 7:28 pm
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            Oh that’s awesome you found her she’s incredible! As is your sons work I love his medium of using textiles and murals. ?

          • 2 January 2017 at 11:06 pm
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            I think some of her art would make for a great writing prompt. I run one each Thursday with a friend and I’m often looking for prompt ideas.

          • 3 January 2017 at 3:07 am
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            Fantastic I own a few of her pieces and they always are conversation starters. ?

  • 1 January 2017 at 12:45 am
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    The contrast of what’s going on outside to the safety of inside drives your flash. Then, I love the touch of the character connecting to a loved through that sip of tea. It envelops the idea of hygge as something passed down, too. So glad you joined us!

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    • 1 January 2017 at 2:37 am
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      Awe thank you darling reading this brought tears to my eyes. Happy new year from my home to yours. ?❤?

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  • 2 January 2017 at 11:29 am
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    Loved the Danish grandma! Good take on OCD. Cozy means different things to different people. Happy New Year!

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    • 2 January 2017 at 7:29 pm
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      Thank you so much Luccia. Happy new year to you. ?

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  • 6 January 2017 at 4:30 pm
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    In an earlier comment Jane said that stopping at 99 words is hard, not only for the writer but the reader as well. I want to know more about the “she” of this flash. I want to see her OCD in action. Charli and her damn rules… Great flash. Look forward to more.

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    • 7 January 2017 at 4:22 am
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      Awe thank you so much honey. I keep thinking about her too I think she has more a voice to share. ?

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