Things that made me smile in September

It's not often I get excited about cleaning implements. It's not often I get excited about cleaning. Or really, not often I clean. Kidding. I'm happier when my house is tidy, so I give it a good scrub now and then. Anything I can find to make that chore easier brings me joy.

​The Shark Rechargeable Sweeper does that. It's lightweight, easy to use, and inexpensive. Best of all, no cord. I plug it in, charge it up, and in between big cleanings, run it over bare floor or carpet. It does a great job of picking up kitty litter, fur (human and cat), food particles (again, human and cat), and just about anything else. Easy to remove the fuzz catcher and clean it out, too. I got the smallest size in a box at the store (minimal assembly required) for under $30, and the larger ones are priced moderately also. Best thing, since it's got a motor, my honey will grab it occasionally and give the floors a sweep. 

I listen to music all day at work and while I love my old familiar tunes, I've been playing them forever. My brain needs more input. Enter Spotify. I debated between this company and Pandora, since Spotify costs a little more each month. But Spotify allows you to download your songs, which is great if you don't have Internet. As long as you pay the monthly fee, you can access your music anywhere. Sweet! It's super easy to learn to use. I've started playlists and have no problem finding or adding songs to them. Ahhhh. New music. My brain thanks me.

I'm going to try to start writing this blog on a regular basis. When something works well and puts a smile on my face, I like to share. Suggestions or thoughts on what made you happy recently are always welcome.