Fireside Gatherings

Reflect on a time when you gathered around a fire in February. Describe the scent of the burning wood and the food you shared.

The smell of wood smoke is distinct and can carry strong emotional associations. Combined with the crackle of logs, the roasting of marshmallows or hot dogs, the warmth against the cold air, this prompt inspires writers to create vivid, sensory-rich narratives. It can explore themes of community, togetherness and the contrast of warmth and cold typical of February experiences.