Yesterday, I came across this post via Pinterest on ten relatively simple things to do that will help you to be happier in your life. The first one, and the one that really caught my eye was to make your bed. Such a quick and easy thing to do – and why not if it will increase your happiness?

For me, I’m the type of person that has to make the bed every morning – it really does increase my happiness by making my bedroom feel more put together, which then transfers to me wanting to tidy up the rest of my home. But for others, this is not the case. I know many people who hardly ever make their bed and have no problems continuing on with their day.

What type of bed person are you – always made or mostly unmade? Do you think it contributes or is related to overall happiness?

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Wouldn’t it be nice if you could take a seat and be instantly wound up with more energy? If only that’s what this cheeky Wind Up Chair could do!

Although this modern chair can’t wind you up with this energy, it can provide energy for your mobile phone. Designed by PEGA, the wind-up button on the back of the chair has a hidden plug in for your charger. All you have to do is give the winder a few spins and your phone charges as it unwinds.

Wouldn’t the Wind Up Chair be great in cafes for patrons to charge their phones while they work, eat, socialize?

I keep seeing this quote from Mister Rogers. Maybe you saw it during the Sandy Hook tragedy, but I didn’t. It’s gives you a different perspective when watching the horrifying news on TV. And it helps us to not lose faith in humanity, even though we all really want to.

Praying for Boston….

The other day on the radio, they were talking about creating a lady cave. I’ve heard of man caves, but somehow I’ve never heard the term lady cave until last week! Have you heard of it before?

It only makes sense, because if the man gets one, the lady should too. The real question is, what would you have in your dream lady cave? For me, I’d have a big vanity with tons of fabulous makeup and hair products and accessories with a fancy mirror and fabulous chair for getting ready. Then I would probably have a hot pink tufted sofa with some fur and lucite accessories scattered around and a beautiful flat screen hanging on a patterned wallpaper wall.

That’s my dream lady cave. Now I just have to find a room for it all. What would be in yours?

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Happy Friday! Hope you have a great weekend ahead!

Here’s this week’s Weekly Six:

1 – A cool way to get fun nail art – easier than drawing it yourself!

2 – One of Frank Lloyd Wright’s homes that just hit the market.

3 – A bubbly modern pendant light.

4 – Have you tried this no-knead bread recipe? I haven’t made it, but I’ve tasted it and it’s delicious!

5 – I want to be cuddled under this knit comforter right now. Where is Spring?

6 – Great tips for keeping a clean computer.

See you back here on Monday!

This past weekend was my bridal shower, where I was fortunate enough to receive a Vitamix Blender. Now, I can’t stop scouring the Internet for soups, smoothies, juices – you name it. Did you know the Vitamix heats up the soups? I had no idea and I can’t believe it. Can’t wait to try it out!

Before I venture into soups, I think I’ll start with some smoothies. I’m thinking maybe a smoothie and soup only diet is in my near future, along with some juices…

The first smoothie that’s on my radar is this Avocado Banana Smoothie. I love avocados and this smoothie looks like a great way to include them. The website that the smoothie is from, SmoothieWeb, has a ton of other great smoothie recipes if you don’t like avocados, or are interested in more.

Do you make smoothies often? What are your favorite recipes?