I am a lifelong fan of Green Acres. I know; you’re shocked! Small town. Big City. Great accents. (Come on, you know you love her accent too, dahling!) So tonight, if you are in need of a little inspiration (to fix up the house or to buy a new outfit), I’m sharing a few lessons I’ve learned over the years from Mrs. Oliver Wendell Douglas.

1.) Your home is your castle. Wallpaper… art… a leopard print sofa… anything to make it yours!

2.) Have a signature dish.

3.) When working around the house, be sure to wear the proper attire. Lace muumuus and pale pink gloves make any job seem glamorous!

4.) Don’t be scared to embrace modern conveniences… be it an electric coffee pot or a Grabwell Washer.

5.) Finally, keep the romance alive, Dahling!