29 October 2017

Fog and Fika



This morning we woke up to a house enveloped in cold, white fog.  I was faced with a dense whiteness from every window of the house.  The fog has lifted slightly but it is still very cold and grey outside, it’s a day for log fires and staying indoors.  Everyone has lit their fires and there is a strong smell of wood smoke lingering over the hamlet.  Actually I’m assuming that fact because I haven’t even stepped outdoors yet (Paul did the early morning dog walk) but I can see the smoke rising from all the chimneys.

  
We made coffee and grabbed some rock buns, then snuggled down in front of the fire to watch Jordscott, a Swedish drama about murder, mystery and evil in the forests – a bit of Nordic Noir.  The sub titles are not a problem for me as I always have them on anyway.  It was an indulgent way to spend the morning and the cold fog outside just added to the Nordic atmosphere.  (Fika – Swedish coffee and cake break)






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    1. I try to nowadays. That's the way I like it. 'Twasn't always thus.

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  2. "Fog and fika" sounds like someone with a speech impediment being rather rude.

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    1. I was just trying to introduce a bit of Swedish culture.

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  3. We've still not lit a fire. Lady M did suggest it yesterday, but I persuaded her that it was much too soon. Spent yesterday with rods down the fosse pipes; the perfect Sunday.

    I'll send Lady M over if you want more Swedish culture.

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    1. I cannot believe you didn't light your fire yesterday, those rods must have kept you warm!

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  4. That looks like a perfect way to spend a day. I've not heard the term "fika". Is it a bit like "hygge" that people are referring to? -Jenn

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    1. Along those lines but more specifically a coffee and cake break. I love the concept of hygge.

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  5. What better way to spend a miserable morning. I hope Rick got a rock bun too !
    Still warm and sunny here, and I didn't need a coat for the afternoon dog walk. Long may it last.

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    1. Frost this morning but lovely sunny day. (Rick gets a doggy treat, he's not allowed buns!)

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