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In
the northern hemisphere, at least, we’re stuck in the dead of winter.
And if your thermometer reads anything close to what mine does, you
probably don’t need to be reminded of that. Right about mid-January, I
tend to find myself in a state of post-holiday numbness. Each day seems
the same, and I wonder when I’ll ever feel the warmth of the sun
again. Rather than fight the elements, I tend to give in. You might be
familiar with the form of surrender I’m talking about – it’s
called “hibernation.” These days, a common scenario
is this: get home from work, shovel something hot into my face, and
settle into the folds of my comfy couch with a stack of library books,
letters to write, the remote control, or all of the above. A bowl of
pistachios is never out of arm’s reach. In bed by ten. Cozy, yes, but
all in all, a very isolated way to be, despite the strong, sleepy allure
of giving into winter. This lifestyle lacks
something. Other people! Even knowing this, however, I don’t think
it’s uncommon in the ‘dead months’ of winter to want to opt out of
having major plans, for going out entails having to drive in
unpredictable elements, bundle up in lumpy layers, face the wind chill,
for heaven’s sake! So why not make people come to
you? Here are three ideas for low-key, comfy gatherings that’ll
make sure you and your friends won’t become totally isolated. And no
one has to get dressed up, either. poker
night skedaddle
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