Wednesday, August 18, 2010

New Apartment

So we are now living in SE Portland. Once again we're in an apartment in the men's dorm; this time at Warner Pacific College. The living space in the apartment is tiny. Yep, so tiny that it warrants its own font size. The living room is 10x10 and there isn't really a dining room... just a space between the front door and the bathroom door that serves as a hallway and play area and dining area all in one. Needless to say, I needed a small table. I decided a drop leaf table would probably be the way to go. I've always loved drop leaf tables, so this gave me an excuse to buy one. But then my brother said I could borrow one from him. So that's what we were planning on doing... until this morning.

My mom came to stay with me for a few days this week and help out while Greg is away with student leaders on a big backpacking trip. This morning we decided we'd check out the local Habitat for Humanity Restore. It's a store that sells both new and used building materials and some furniture. It's a really great place. Not only does it keep reusable building materials out of the landfill, it also raises money for Habitat for Humanity and provides great deals for... well, me!

So, I'll cut to the chase. There we were at Restore and what do I see but a beautiful drop leaf table! And of course, I just have to check it out. It's solid wood; has an extra leaf; everything is in working order; and the best part is... it's $25. Yes, you see that right: $25.

Well, we take measurements and talk about whether or not it will fit in my dining room (er, my wall) and then whether or not it will fit in the car. We drive back home, measure the wall, and decide to get it. I drive back (without kids and car seats this time). When I get to the store I tell the man that I want to buy the drop leaf table. He asks me how much it is and when I tell him $25 I feel a little bit bad. I kind of wonder if he'll believe me. So I say, "It's a steal." He replies, "Everything here is a steal." It slides like a dream into the back of the Subaru. And now I am the proud owner of this little beauty:


5 comments:

Jeana said...

The table is adorable! I love the shape of the legs. We're getting a ReStore in Newberg soon and I'm so excited.

titushome said...

What a great deal! It is beautiful! Would you guys like to get together some time??? We'd love to have you over for dinner or you and the kids could come for lunch??? We just got a small play structure on Craigslist that your kids would probably love to play on with ours!!! :)

Caleb and Anna Fields said...

Your table is beautiful! I also really like the beauty and functionality of that wall seperating the children from the basement!

Wanda said...

You have made 10X10 work, congrats on your creativity. Kids are happy & don't even know it's a small space because it's home.

Cathy said...

That's a great place. You never know what they will have in! The perfect table for your now...dining area!