friday morning coffee.on low energy lists, my top 8 winter self care tips and the cozy comforting orzo dish you need to make this weekend.
You guys! I hope you are staying warm, cozy and safe in this crazy cold if you have it. We are under lots of snow here and I’d be lying if I didn’t say it’s giving me major 2020 vibes. We’ve been mostly stuck in the house, doing school from home, cooking every single meal and snack possible and doing dishes on repeat while trying to work. Let’s just say I am not missing the whole stay-at-home vibe even though I really enjoyed it last weekend as the snow was falling. Sure, it has been cozy here but we’re all going a little stir crazy! It’s almost too cold to even step foot outside. By Tuesday, I had a list in my phone of favorite things to do to keep up our routine/make me feel normal/cozy/happy/relaxed/productive and thought I’d share. It’s basically eight self care items for winter that are a must for me: Morning and evening skincare, no matter what Rewatching my favorite comfort show Starting a new book, even if it means DNFing a current one Making my favorite easy soup during lunch time Making hot chocolate, no matter the time Making a batch of baked oatmeal, to have for both breakfast and snacks Making flavored/compound butter for sourdough Making sourdough for friends/family I also read an article about low energy lists and how it’s good to have one on hand for a day when you’re feeling, well… low energy. I hate getting so behind and then being very overwhelmed, so my low energy list consists of cleaning one surface (aside from the kitchen, which is a must daily!), doing one load of laundry (with a family of five this should really read THREE) and then doing a quick brain dump with pen and paper. I also find that starting with the smallest task in this situation is SO helpful for me. Generally I’m big on starting with the largest/most difficult task first. But if I’m overwhelmed or feeling off, starting small and moving the needle is what helps the most. So that’s where we’re at this week. I hope you are staying warm! Now, for comfort food. Cozy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo...Continue reading this post for free in the Substack app
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Friday, January 30, 2026
friday morning coffee.
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