::: Hedonist(as) Must Haves :::

Ten Essentials of any Women Centric Home

When it comes to enjoying your favorite pleasures, the right ambiance can enhance the experience immeasurably, and there are certain atmospheric essentials that no hedonist (he.don.ist : [heed-n-ist] -noun ::: a person whose life is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure and self gratification) worth her salt should be without. Just a few household basics will go a long way toward transforming any home into a smoothly running pleasure palace. Remember: it's all about comfort, beauty, and continuous intoxication of your senses, no matter how subtle.

1: A fireplace in the winter

2: Candles when it rains

3: Air Conditioning in the summer

4: Soft Lighting

5: Good Music

6: Multiple Pillows

7: Clean Windows

8: A warm, cozy bed

9: Plants and flowers

10: Art that you love

And find a quiet place that you can sit, relax, and enjoy all the pleasures of your life. Whether your abode is mansion on top of the hill surrounded by rod iron gates and a winding driveway or a small quaint bungalow with wooden details and a fronch porch used for reading the newspaper and sipping your latte while the sun says "Good Morning." Your home must reflect your inner style, your personality. It should scream with character that friends, family, and guests appreciate because it is a direct reflection of your uniqueness.

Find a quiet corner, an alcove, an extra space in the basement tucked away under the stairs or in the attic under the infinite abyss of ornate Christmas decorations you've been meaning to go through. Some place clear of clutter, with workspace designated to YOU and your creative self.

In this space, make a shrine. Your most loved personal belongings. A shelf hung above with pictures of your children from that fun fantastic day at the beach. A vase to hold your fresh flowers. Candles to light at your leisure. Post up quotes and/or poems that inspire your creativity or touch your heart. Do whatever makes you happy in your space and don't allow others to influence it. Put a radio that plays your favorite music and play it to soothe your mind. The options are limitless.

And most importantly: ENJOY!