Craigslist

I love craigslist.

However, like many things that I start off liking, I grow obsessed. I started on my craigslist mission about 6+ months ago. I was in the market for 2 things. Very simple things.

One, a computer desk or armoire, to hold the MAC and the mess. It needed to have enough space for MAC monitor, all of Chris's "stuff" and all of my coupons. It needs prep space for coupon-ing and it needs to have doors that can close and make the whole mess go away when company comes over. If it was self-cleaning that would be a bonus. It must be a nice piece and large enough to serve all of the aforementioned functions. Oh, and fit in the super small space of the lower kitchen.
Six plus months later and shockingly, I'm still looking.

The second item was a jogging stroller. Now, stop laughing. I'm serious. It's not funny. Yes, I know I don't jog. No, I'm not planning on starting. Yes, I realize that I trip when I run by myself (which I don't do unless someone is chasing me). When Chris and I were registering, we looked at strollers that had the snap in infant seats that were similar to jogging strollers. Chris broke the model we were looking at in the store. We walked away quickly and moved on to more traditional models. I mentioned a jogging stroller, Chris reminded me I didn't jog and then mentioned that he wasn't comfortable with me jogging with our infant. I was less than amused. I was carrying the kid for 9 (alright, she clearly feared for her safety and ran out at 8) months. I **think** if I wanted to, I could jog with her. Okay, not really. It would be unsafe.
But, the whole conversation is for nothing. Cause I don't jog. I just want a jogging stroller for trips to the park. One, the geese are super gross and have not been sidewalk trained. So, I hate taking the nice stroller to the park. Two, the trees in some areas off the main drag have busted through the sidewalks, making for a bumpy ride. Three, they are really light weight and even walking makes me tired.
So, I started on my mission for a stroller. I'm super excited to report I went about 25 mins. away and purchased one from a really nice guy today. He even went about explaining to me how to set it up, change the tires and etc. I didn't have the heart to explain I would never be "changing a tire" on a stroller. That's what Chris and online manuals are for. He listed this stroller for way less than it typically retails for (it's a BOB, which are really nice and retail 2nd hand for a lot more than the $25 he listed it for). I was worried the whole way down that one of the pics had been deceiving and it would in fact be a POS. However, it was great! He mentioned that he had over 40 emails and a waiting list in case I didn't show (I responded within a minute of him posting it 'cause I'm a crazy craigslist stalker). He asked if I was the one training for a marathon. I nearly peed my pants. I almost lied and said yes to make him feel better, but the whole thing sounded ridiculous. I'm not going to run with this. This isn't for running. It's a stroller....for strolling.

And, get this. On Friday, Chris and I are going to look at a piece for the computer. I'm so excited I can't stand it! However, other than searching for friends, what will I do with my craigslist time each day?

P.S. I'm sure you're wondering where the pics are. I'll be sure to post more soon:)