Ever since we moved from our cooshie pad in Marina Del Rey, I have yet to completely move into our new place. Its been a year and after I threw out a lot of my furniture, it still hasn’t been replaced. Ive had boxes and boxes of “stuff” that I’m finally forcing myself to finally go through.

Ive shredded about 2 trash bags worth of documents. I have so many things that require some type of shelving or storage. I also want to get rid of the armoire on which my TV sits. It was never intended to hold my TV or my entertainment system but its worked out that way so far. However, this resulted in my TV sitting in the upper stratosphere of our atmosphere.

I found exactly what I wanted via west elm, but after i was about to place my order, the total sum after shipping, delivery and taxes versus the cost of the items, completely destroyed my initial excitement or inclination to make the purchase. Albeit shipping and tax is to be expected, the actual total of the surcharge and delivery services rendered me speechless.

2 items = 698.99

Taxes =~ 57.00
Shipping and Delivery = 170.00
Grand Total =~ 925.00

I mean I realize the furniture is heavy, but that just seems outrageous. However, I’m finding that anywhere online is roughly the same cost.

I’m debating between simply biting the bullet or trying to find comparable furniture I might like. I really like the items i picked out at west elm, but if i can find something i like equally and with a domestic shipping charge instead, ill gladly compromise. I’m heading to plummers as we speak. Their online catalog had some items i really liked but we will see what their showroom has.

I know there is a bunch of more local stores around that probably have great items, but to be completely honest, i don’t have the time or patience to find hidden treasures. My room is a tragic mess and I really need the new furniture to get it into working order.

Wish me luck!