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It's Friday, people. Who really wants to work? You've got farmer's markets and twelve loads of laundry on the mind. You've got a Mother's Day bike ride to plan and would rather be sorting through recipes online so you can take something to the potluck brunch that won't cause seven pounds of weight gain just by licking the spatula. You are ready for a giant coffee or gimlet, not more stuff to tick off from your to-do list.

Fear not, I've made it easy for you to avoid any of those to-do list items and still get your dose of healthy living (or close enough) posts in that are at home in other areas of Shine. The most work you'll need to do is click on the links, do some reading (skimming is also understandable at this point in the day) and possibly let out a little laugh or "hmmm." Easy peasy, right? Read More »

With spring comes the redecorating bug, but instead of cleaning out your wallet with the rest of the house, we suggest investing in versatile accent pillows. Like the flowers that bloom in your garden, strategically placed pillows will pop and transform any space.

SOL throw pillow, $86, Porridge
Add character to your armchair with an abstract work of art--one cheaper and more durable than a Mondrian.

Fleur Pillow in Sage, $75, Henry Road
The informal shade of green balances the regal fleurs-de-lis. Try mixing this print with some monochromatic pillows for a powerful statement.

Aspen Pillow, $175, Shokay
Like the for-all-occasions sweater this pillow resembles, this beautiful green number can go with (or on) everything.

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