My successful Craig's List find!

This is only my 2nd purchase off of Craig's List. If you recall the last one, it was a huge flop. Thank goodness it only cost us $15. I was ready to throw in the towel due to aggravation & disappointment, but I know so many who have had great success with CL, I thought I'd try again.

Score! Ü Ah she's a beauty! (The desk, that is. The chair is mine.) I was wanting something where the kids could whip out the laptop, do their homework or games or whatever, & then put it away & close it up.

Score! Ü

I discovered "her" (meaning, the desk) immediately after she had been listed. She was listed for $100. I emailed the owners & offered them $80. Because it was freshly listed, the owner wanted to wait a few days (completely understandable) & told me they would email me if she didn't sell. I assumed that would be the end of that, but low & behold, I received an email a few days later & my offer was accepted!

Score! Ü

She was owned by an elderly couple who lived in an immaculate (per hubby) house. She has no flaws what-so-ever. Perfect.

I am so not into oak and/or light colored wood anymore, so eventually, she will be painted. And I really dislike the brass hardware. I am so not a brass person & our entire house seems to be smothered in it. Exhibit A:

Our 500 lb. formal dining chandelier. Ok, maybe it doesn't actually weigh 500 lbs. Maybe it's more like 350. To be honest with you, I can't believe that sucker hasn't fallen. It is solid brass. And someday, it too, will be painted. ;o)

Happy Saturday! Ü