Some things just make life easier—small, simple items that streamline daily tasks and remove tiny frustrations. As Samuel Johnson wrote, “To live in perpetual want of little things, is a state not indeed of torture, but of constant vexation.”
Sometimes, the right tool at the right time can make our lives much better.
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Smooth-edge can opener
A friend just told me about this item. No better way to open a can.
Swedish dishcloths
Reusable, pretty, absorbent.
1-minute hourglass timer
For the one-minute rule.
Mr. Clean Magic Erasers
These things really are magic at making mess and grease and marks disappear.
Shelf spinner
Sometimes called a “Lazy Susan,” (conflicting theories about why) these devices are handy for all kinds of things.
Command Hooks
They’re a go-to for college dorms for a reason. The perfect solution when you want to use your vertical space without drilling holes or damaging walls.
Packing cubes
I love packing cubes. They help me stay organized while traveling, plus they can save quite a bit of space in a suitcase.
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