My Chore-Killing Playlist

Every now and again I'll get what they call a Wild Hair and decide to attack the house with yellow rubber gloves, a sponge and my insistent "dance" moves while I move from room to room spreading cleanliness and good cheer. This morning was one of those times and I created my fantastic Chore-Killing Playlist that lead me through kitchen, dining room and family room with up-beat, motivated jams. I am now happily reveling in my success and ready to share my "get it done" playlist for the determined wifey in need of energy and a tidy home! Your Husband might even be inspired to cook dinner tonight after coming home to your spick and span lovenest! Check it:

"Bleed it Out"--Linkin Park (gets your blood moving)

"4 Minutes"-- Madonna ft. Justin Timberlake (gets your body moving)

"If I Never See Your Face Again"--Maroon 5 ft. Rihanna (gets your mouth moving)

"Shake It"-- Metro Station (gets your booty moving)

"The Garden"-- Mirah (encourages focus and drive)

"In the Summertime"-- Mongo Jerry (lighten up, take a breather)

"Maneater"-- Nelly Furtado (show those dishes what you're made of!)

"Hey Ya"-- Outkast (oldie but goodie)

"Upgrade You"--Beyonce ft. JayZ (feeling empowered yet?)

"Can't Get Enough of Your Love"--Bad Company (your home is singing this to you now)

"Gimme More (REMIX)"--Britney Spears ft. T.I. (ready for your second wind?)

"Forever"-- Chris Brown (work in some athletics to this one!)

"Viva la Vida"-- Coldplay (inspires your pursuit of cleanliness)

"Mercy"-- Duffy (work through the pain!)

"Without Me"--Eminem (a guilty pleasure for all your hard work)

"Mary Jane Shoes"-- Fergie (ahhh another breather)

"Get Low"-- Flo Rida ft. T-Pain (appropriate for low down dirty jobs)

"Sexy Back"--Justin Timberlake (oh yes, you did)

"American Boy" -- Estelle ft Kanye West (think of that happy husband face!)

"All These Things That I've Done"-- The Killers (a grande finale, well deserved!)

Coming up Next: House Chore Duets Playlist (for the husband & wife team ready to kick some house chore ass!)

Chic: Outdoors!

Dreaming about a nice and relaxing way to spend a Sunday afternoon this fall? I received inspiration in my inbox this afternoon and decided to go on a little scavenger hunt to put together a chic-ly supreme time killer for a lazy fall afternoon.

The Plan

After you've slept in, enjoyed a big, hearty breakfast and greeted the day- it's time to pack up a few things and head for the outdoors! Gather your picnic-ing materials, treats of choice, entertainment of choice and husband dearest. Head to a favorite nature zone or check out a place you've yet to discover. Hang around the secret spot taking photographs, biking, hiking, reading, napping, playing cards or catching up on the week's events. When sunset falls, try to catch a good glimpse before heading home for the evening. Clean up, enjoy a romantic dinner and wind down into the sheets for a relaxing send off to your weekend!

The Good Stuff

The 2 bottle wine tote! Stylish and practical. Perfect for your adventure together- compromising averted- for a little while at least ;) Find it, along with other amazing products at BUILTNY.

This picnic basket from PicnicFun is full of personality, practicality and playful allure. See the storage for your glasses? Perfect...

I love this dress, it's beautiful and simple. Just like your adventure! And it can assume many dresscode responsibilities in the future! Best news? It's on sale at GAP right now!

Invest in one of these! We did, and couldn't be happier. Photography is a hobby husband and I can share together, and this black beauty really is easy to use and takes a great shot, everytime. Check out the Nikon D40 and its amazing features for your next camera purchase.

Bring along one of these Eco-friendly notebooks to record inspirations along the way. After your trip, add some of your photos, wine bottle labels or any other artifact that will serve as a physical memory to your peaceful experience.