Well… looks like the viruses have officially moved in. First big brother went down, and now the rest of us followed right behind. Today I’m home with little sister while my husband is at work. He’s not exactly feeling great either, but since he works outdoors this week, at least he’s not spreading germs to anyone else. Small wins.

Coughing, runny noses, and yes—fever too. So we’re filling the day with all the cozy things: blankets, the fireplace, and crafts.

My little one has warmed up in a bath, made approximately 20 beaded bracelets, and completed every puzzle she owns. And yes… this all happened before lunch.

While she’s in full creative mode, I’m trying to make progress on my own puzzle project. It’s a big one—a 55 x 55 cm chessboard. The original piece is actually a Ludo board on one side, but of course I decided it also needed a chessboard on the back. Because why not. It’s a large wooden board that will eventually hang on the wall.

And since I clearly don’t have enough projects going on, I’m also considering starting a new hobby: wood turning, so I can make the actual chess pieces myself. Sounds fun, right? I mean… how hard can it be? (Famous last words.)

After big brother finishes the part of school that is, you know, mandatory, we’ll pick him up and bring him home for more rest and cozy time. I’m guessing a movie night is in our future too.

All in all—sick, slow, and very snuggly. And honestly? That sounds pretty nice!

Thank your for reading, see you soon!

Bonus tips for slow days at home:

If you just want to take the normal, easy road and buy the games: Here are a ludo/chess + more games . We have this one too.

And if you, like us, runs out of beads all the time. Here is a budget friendly bracelet kit

My 3 year old loves the 20-30 pice puzzles since she can do them all on her own! Here are a cute 6 pack puzzle for kids

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