Over the past two or so years I’ve become really obsessed with making my home cozy and trying my best to feel comfortable. So like most people I found hygge. I’ve become a little obsessed and can be heard saying “this is so hygge” at least a few times a week. So...
There are addicts and then there are the stationery addicts! Wherever they go, their eyes are searching for some stationeries to buy and claim as their treasure. If you look at their collection, you’ll catch yourself questioning, ‘You could set up a shop with all this...
Looking for the perfect holiday present for that traveler in your life? It’s not always easy! With so many options out there for travel gear, it can be hard to know where to begin. Whether your traveler is heading to New York or heading out on the mountains in Japan,...
Trying to find the best gifts for book lovers in your life? Of course, the easiest—and perhaps most obvious—route is to buy them a book, whether that’s one of the buzziest reads of 2021 or possibly a classic novel they’ve been meaning to read. But if...
When you think of the best places to visit in winter you might think of snowy mountain resorts in Europe or the Rockies. You might think of a Caribbean vacation if you’re not a fan of snow. But there’s nothing better, in my opinion, than winter...
Hard to explain and possibly even harder to pronounce, the Danish word “hygge” (pronounced “hoo-gah” or “hue-gah” depending on who you ask) has exploded in popularity around the world. It translates roughly to “coziness,” but it...
A Wandering Scribbler is a blog written by Mackenzie Jervis. Mackenzie currently lives in Japan with her husband and two kids. When not writing about her life in Japan, she writes novels and binge-watches British TV. Learn More.
