Fuzzy #26

Chatting in bed. Wearing new olive/plum plaid shirt with black leggings and black boots. Wrap and two beers for lunch at Naïf. Chai at Toma. Afternoon stroll. Apples tied to trees with invisible string. Night in. Anticlimactic text. Laundry and cleaning getting done.

Fuzzy #25

Waking up to a call from Erin. Coffee, chocolate and churros. A sunny stroll around Retiro. Faking art critiques inside the contemporary gallery inside the park together. Having a friend who would do like that without the slightest hesitation. Sandwich and juice with a side of nonstop conversation. Paper mission. Walk to the palace. Shrimp pesto cooking party. Figuring out he printer.

Fuzzy #24

Puffed pancakes with hot cocoa and strawberries. Crash Courses. Post-brunch nap. Impromptu rebajas shopping trip at Bershka. Having a mini fashion show with Claire. Buying her Zara sweater off her. Magnolia. Perfect mint colored frosting with elegant silver sprinkles. Spice dinner party. Cupcake compliments. Going home meaning walking ten steps to my bed in the next room over. Sweetest email from mom.

Fuzzy #23

Early morning chest cuddles. Resetting the alarm and consciously skipping the first hour of work so as to not interrupt snuggle time. Welly getting tucked in. David drawing an angry face on a tortilla without asking why.

Fuzzy #22

Arriving nearly on time despite being sure of a 15 minute late arrival. The new teacher being chill but great at keeping the kids quiet and focused. Presenting the first day of the Spy Unit and it going so well! Sharing personal funny stories with students to relate to them and motivate them. Chinese workbook. Interesting (if not slightly strange) music classes. Carrefour shopping spree. Cachaça. Maple syrup. All brand new toiletries. Thickening shampoo. A wine bottle perfectly shaped to go under your arm. Evening chat and giggles with David. Straight, shines hair. Tentative invitation to Avila for the weekend. Interesting article at Pachi's. Caipirinha and chips. Portuguese with David.

Fuzzy #21

Being excited it's Tuesday. Teaching like there are no other adults in the room. Perfectly predictable periods. Knowing how to speak to 1st graders in a way that makes them responsible and happy, even in a language they're just starting to learn. Oreos and cream cheese post fajita. John Green's Crash Course videos. How much John Green seems like Woody. Afternoon stroll past the royal palace. How great at spontaneous, interesting conversation Mara is. Hick. Elegant carousels at dusk. Yooglers (even though they were out of strawberries). The two adult students talking so much that they ran their own class. An empty apartment that could be cleaned in peace. Spice asking for avocado cupcakes for Friday.

Fuzzy #20

Skipping first class. Impromptu game ideas. Competent teacher's compliment. 5E party. How casually they talk in English. Revealing handbook to wide eyes and smiles. Science oral exams. A thank you. Planning with colors and enthusiasm. Dorada Says. Pablo playing in English! ABBA singalongs. Sol whispers, reminding her mom to make hot cocoa. Her bright, happy energy. Random window shopping. Cucumber salad and Oreos. Story time. Reading aloud. Late night philosophy time.

Fuzzy #19

The rare morning when the alarm loses the popularity contest. All the stretching and eye rubs and yawns - like a baby lion. Down. Quiver. Coffee, cookie, couch, comedy, cuddles. "Can I come over for another cinnamon roll later?" Sub. "And fajitas?" The trust of being alone with a computer. Plan. Metaphysic philosophical conversation on the train station steps. Grocery shopping with him. Cowering, puppy dog face. "I'm just trying to help... I feel guilty." Being on my turf. The rareness of that. The sanctity of it. The warm fuzzy joy of realizing I've been accepted into somebody else's. Fajitas and Sherlock. "I really am lucky." Generous. Couch spoon.

Fuzzy #18

Writing authentically. Epiphany. Cathartic afternoon of music and Kiwi. Letting the biggest secret out from within and onto the screen. Feeling relief. Spider metaphor. Online convo being real. Eager serenity; the blissful paradox of 133 rides North. Arriving authentic. The first few moments after the door opens. Being recognized when I'm really there. The calm in his voice. When we're alone. Kitchen time in socks on tiptoes. Sneaking kisses. Whispering what he wants to do with me later in my ear. Dinner and a movie. Couch cuddles. Uncontrollably giggly Oodle. Black sheets and pillow fortresses setting the scene for the best part of everything. Falling asleep cuddled up snuggly.

Fuzzy #17

Dreaming about book characters. Sleeping in and waking up to a hot room. The way a heater can fool a person into thinking it might be summer already for a split second. Lazy iPad in bed morning. Emerging from the warm cave and immediately being invited to lunch. Friday primping. Shortcut walk. Tierra burritos. Guac. Shandy. Getting the table next to the window with the best people watching. Hidden hipster cafes like Toma. Mocha with whip. Foam art. Mismatched chairs. White tile walls with wooden crate decor. Spanish conversations after the language barrier forgets its supposed to be up. The metaphysical treasure hunt possible on such a manageable scale that only in libraries can host. The moment the perfect book jumps of the shelf and into its next reader's hands, unsuspecting. Checking out a nonfiction book for a change. Good sweater. Cute new socks. Claire and Chloe helping with he yeast crisis. Serious Cinnabon success. Gooey buns. Tea time. Story time with David. Neighbor drama spy missions. Late night giggles. Feeling like I belong, adored, appreciated and home.

Fuzzy #16

An hour of extra reading time. The new guy offering New Zealand orange chocolates. Being given a use in science classes. Maria's compliments. Event the slow kid understanding. Riding home with the new guy - sometimes a little, silent company is nice. People who aren't fake. Class going by quickly. Reading until 3am. Finishing the 500 page book in five days.

Fuzzy #15

Arriving on time for once. Freedom to teach my own way. Around the world. New cozy escape. Sparkly pink sequence Chucks. Maria Jose's compliments about my teaching style and how I engage and entertain the students. Sukiyaki waiting for lunch. Nap time in a hot room. J&J txts. Patricia. Cinnabon and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. €40. Late night mini chats with David. Being excited to tell me.

Fuzzy #14

Waking up to an Icelandic alarm. Taking the train the wrong way. Reading. Ten minute break from routine. Guiltless coffee and donut while skipping first hour. Taking over in the classroom. Being complimented for my teaching style. First graders' innocent enthusiasm. Pineapple juice and a muffin. Reading. Getting to go home an hour early. Oodle link messages. Reading. Hot, hot train ride. Doors opening to the chilly afternoon - which was uncharacteristically welcomed. Grocery shopping. Left over burrito. Nap. Royal palace walk. Blazing sunset with great view on the walk. Favorite classes. Free post cards. Woody. Bidaily email idea. Roomies. Cooking. Tea and chocolate. Swivel Chair. New password. Oodle video "We could do this."

Fuzzy #13

Warm morning cuddles. Erin in the train. New lunch hiding spot. Hummus. Being around playful kids. A seven year old girl singing ABBA. Playing makeup with a five year old. Apologies for forgetting the hot cocoa. Random burrito treat for dinner. Going the wrong way on the metro meaning more time to read. Nails painted bamboo pink.

Fuzzy #12

Getting home around 5am. Lazy Sunday in cozy company. Starting a new book. Hibernating under the covers all day. Cuddle nap. Sherlock.

Fuzzy #11

Sunshine. Happiness. Eagerness. Words flowing out again. Playing dress up. Party. Wine. Being social. Air kiss. Underneath. Everything. About. Today.

Fuzzy #10

Lingering in bed, guiltlessly. Sweeping out the dust bunnies. Shopping adventure. Libraries. Defuzzing. Whatcha doing? Dinner and a movie. Chocolate strawberry melting cakes.

Fuzzy #9

Waking up to a toasty room. Sorbet sunrises. Being able to show up late without consequence. Trust being placed in my abilities. Stealing all the muffins before others get to breakfast break. Pineapple juice. Rainbow notes about serious things. Being told to go home early and get better. Train naps. Always waking up right before the stop. One single pink feather skirt patiently waiting on the rack. Hummus. A night alone. TED talks while doing laundry. Going to sleep early. Strange dreams.

Fuzzy #8

Icelandic alarm. Waking up intertwined. Tucking in. Good schedule. Favorite students. Freedom being granted. Opportunity for leadership and workplace happiness. Grocery shopping. Walk to Cibeles. Package. Outfit planning. Tea. Roomies. Roscon. Giggling. Serendipitous Facebook observation. 343. Sleeping in cave for first time in three weeks.

Fuzzy #7

Morning power. Cinnamon coffee and cookies. Hot showers after getting dirty. Eavesdropping. Shitty reality TV shows. Being asked my opinion. Adventures. Eating out. Amusing arrogance being called out. Apology kiss on the head. A sincere complement about unique personal success secret. Bubble bath, TV and wine. "With you." Parisian cookies. Wine. Getting let into the circle. Noticing the second demeanor changes. Asking. "We need to talk" not being a threat. Sincere conversation in candlelight.

Fuzzy #6

Sleeping in. Cinnamon coffee. Chair, nonchalance. "How did I get so lucky?" Homemade mac and cheese. Kitchen apologies. Boat movie. Sofa naps. Lazy day shitty TV in good company. iPad dance charades and Hunger Games catchphrase. Noms - cheese. Hookah and tea. Fireside.

Fuzzy #5

Being accompanied at 4:30 am to the station. Feeling as if in the Hunger Games watching the tunnels whiz past while sitting up front in Copenhagen's automated metro. Danish cinnamon roll and orange carrot juice for breakfast. Turbulence. Being home. Long, hot showers. Bath & Body Works lotion. Cuddling with Wellington under plush blankets in the dark listening to Jack Johnson. Roomies. Slippers from the Rastro. 100 Montaditos. Bus 133. Hall hugs. Polar bear hats. Chilly feet. Candles. Being real. Sherlock. Cuddle naps. Snowflakes through the sunroof. Being made dinner. Sherlock. Bubble baths. Making chocolate cake as a team effort. Movies at 2 am. Quiet individual time before bed feeling of closeness. This. Here. Now.

Fuzzy #4

Turning the alarm off and going back to sleep for an hour. Tagging along on a free walking tour. Mint bicycles with dark wicker baskets. Learning about the clever way in which Danes lock their bikes. Being able to ditch the tour when it became boring. Delightful detours. "La Vie en Rose" filling the square with dulcet notes via accordion. Giant, frosted cinnamon rolls. Bridges over canals. Mint drinking chocolate. The rare moment when having nowhere to be and nothing to do in a foreign city is relaxing rather than overwhelming. Hygge. Deciding to get a little culture in by going to the National Museum. Quickly leaving ten minutes later. Christiania. Feeling as though briefly transported to another world. Finding the polar bear hat in her very last place on the journey! The couple biking around town with a loud Jewish sounding pop song blasting while they groved out. Ears opening up! Wine, Pringles and Instagram. Mom getting her Christmas presents in the mail. Learning about surnames online. Breakfast for dinner with a side of good conversation and giggles. Going. Home. Tomorrow.

Fuzzy #3

Sleeping in. Waking up to a peaceful, empty apartment. Sunshine peeking through the two week clouds. A moment of inspiration in an old cementery-turned-park. Frosted Danish cinnamon rolls. Postcard perfect pictures. Gently masticating sweet liquid açai. Offline GPS tracking keeping the day on track. Teddy bears that whisper "Hello." Giggling trolls dressed in traditional clothing. Experiencing first hand the untranslatable Danish word "hygge." Drinking Carlsburg IN Copenhagen. Pitter-pattering of rain on the window while cozied up in a new sweatshirt. One. More. Day.

Fuzzy #2

Waking up several times before the alarm. Hot cocoa with whipped cream, marshmallows and raspberries. Cute cafe with old radios decorating the walls. Fluffy chocolate banana pancakes. Getting lost in a new city. Strange warehouse shops. Quirky hoodie store. Wild goose chances. Free wifi. Talkative new friends. Being made a warm meal. Long conversations. Big maps. Toes curling over a heater.

Fuzzy #1

Long train rides through the countryside of a foreign land. Eating a Danish danish. Standing in the rain, reading maps in languages where all the streets look like they have the same name. Menthol Kleenex. 'J' being pronounced in Scandinavian languages like it is in the International Phonetic Alphabet. Joyful sockets. Triple tall bunk beds. Listening to oldies on the radio while taking a shower. Lockers that work with key cards. Cozying up in a brand-new sweatshirt. Being confident enough to be authentic and honest without worrying about judgement. Feet dangling from great heights. What the real question was. Priorities. Inhaling roast beef, raw mushrooms and blackberry cider on the side of the street like a ravenous chipmunk. Giggling. Sweet new year´s notes and wishes from the Narwhal Girls. Icelandic and Brazilian music. Urban/warehouse structural design vibe. Bouncy, straight ponytails. Ordering a steamy chai fifteen steps from the bedroom door. Meditation time.