the first sparks of fire.

the crackle of wood.

the hissing of cold stones heating up slowly.

the smell of coziness and resin.

heat burning on face and skin.

warmer and warmer with every log.

wild wind whipping the trees outside.

howling.

creaking door closes.

silence.

hot steam filling the lungs.

pearls of sweat dripping gently down.

at ease.