Best Hot Water Bottle Ever

God something at home you didn't know you needed? Maeve found something to warm her during cold winter nights.

Just my luck. We are in the midst of a cold spell and my heat is out. Thanks to my hearty Vermont blood I’ve been able to withstand the cold for three days. But last night was bad. Like a child I stood in my bedroom ready to tantrum (arms flailing, pointing towards the walls of neighbors with working radiators) thinking, how can I get warm?

That’s when I remembered the hot water bottle. I saw it at an antique fair nearby Madison, WI on a recent trip to visit my brother. It could have cost $20, it could have cost $50 --- the moment I saw it I had to have it. It reminded me of the one my Grammy would tuck under my covers at night when I’d visit her in Boston.

The thing is, my apartment is generally warm. I don’t need a hot water bottle, and I didn't need it when I bought it, but I wanted it. The deal was sealed when I asked about the price: $5.

Home the water bottle came and away immediately I tucked it into a cabinet, out of sight out of mind. Each winter, during my annual New Year’s pitch-a-thon I’d see it, ponder if I should move it to basement #storage, or simply let it go. Then I’d think, one night it will be cold. I’ll regret letting it go. #letgo

Ah ha! The water bottle! In a moment of... "I knew it would happen" I ran to the cabinet and dug out the water bottle. Last night we slept keeping each other warm, I felt amazing comfort. I enjoyed filling it with water, and was amazed how much heat it retained. And best of all, it reminded me of my Grammy. I could see her standing at her own kitchen sink filling her water bottle with boiling water, then bringing it to me in bed.

That's what memories are made of. #productreview

Don’t fight your instincts. If you want it and you know you’ll use it, bring it home. It's worth it. #trustyourgut

Best,

Do you own something that your mind said "Must Have!"? Share your story, I'd love to know!