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Things I heart Oprah does it, why can't I? Besides, who can afford most of the stuff on her list? Not I. Though I have to say some of the stuff she loves is wondermous. Now before you go thinking I'm all up in the Oprah love, let's get something straight. I like her. I am not, however, a blind follower. And I only tape the fun and/or gossipy shows. Now that we've got that settled, let's continue, shall we? Here are some things that make my life a little more pleasant. Maybe you use them, maybe you love them. Maybe you hate them. It's just my opinion. Who am I to have an opinion, you ask? Well. No one. And every one. So neener. I can already think of some things that I've left off, so stay tuned.

Wallflowers make your house smell yummy -- or pretty -- or relaxing. Whatever you want.

Sugar's Sugar Kisses lip gloss. My fave color is Squeeze. Good luck finding it. I've been having trouble. "Temporarily out of stock." Grr. It incites the rage. (OK, not really.)

Henri Bendel's Rare Mimosa shower gel, which I've never actually used but stare and sniff every time I'm near it. Someday, I will buy it. I know it's only $20, but every time I think I'm going to buy it I become cheap. (This link says Rare Mimosa, but it shows a photo of a different scent. BAD Henri!)

Ryka shoes are made especially for women. I love the pair I have, which need to be replaced. I won't lie. They're not cheap. But hey, they don't cost hundreds of dollars either. What I love about them: the support is amazing because the structure of the shoe is very solid.

Route 11 makes the most awesome chips. My favorites are the mixed vegetable, the dill pickle and the yukon gold. Delish! The site will tell you where you can find them near you. Otherwise, you can order online, which might be even better. Nothing compares to having them right from the kettle. If they're bagged and sent to the grocery, who knows how long they've been on the shelf before you came along.

Pureology hyrdrating conditioner has peppermint in it and leaves your scalp feeling all tingly. It smells so clean, not mediciney like some nicer products.

Plumeria anything from Bath & Body Works. If I had to choose only one, though, it would be the body splash. I wear it almost every day.

L'Interdit, a Givenchy perfume created for (and maybe with input from) Audrey Hepburn. I don't know why I like it. I just do.

C.O. Bigelow's lemon lotion. Smells good, looks good and moisturizes. Could you ask for more?

Philosophy's Cinnamon Buns shower gel. It may not linger very long on the skin -- you won't be able to smell it hours later -- but for the time you're in the shower with it, it smells like someone's baking for you.

Kitchen Aid stand mixer, oh how I love thee. You make baking such a joy. I love the way you cream the butter and sugar so nice and fluffily.

Furi Gusto-Grip East/West 5" Knife -- I love, love, love this knife. If you only have one really good chopping knife, this is the one to get.

Home organizer, which I cannot live without. It has lots of pockets and worksheets to help with planning projects. I especially love the places to attach paint chips. Ahh.