A Craigslist Happy Ending
Two weeks ago, motivated by an impending visit from the in-laws, I decided we should get a new couch: a pullout with a bed. Jay agreed to get a new couch once I sold our current sofa. Less than 24 hours later, I had our overstuffed-too-big-for-a-city-apartment-sectional posted on Craigslist.
We moved this sectional from Tennessee because we love it! But it’s just too big for our tiny San Francisco apt. We’re looking for someone to give it a good home. It’s not in perfect condition, dog was allowed to lay on the chaise, but it’s comfy and it’s affordable! Seats 5 comfortably. It’s a light tan colour, microfiber material that is easy to clean. Dark brown legs. Decorative pillows not included.
The next morning, I had five emails inquiring about the sectional. The first one was a woman from Berkley who said, “I am in desperate need of a couch. We moved two months ago and yet to have purchased a couch.” So, we arranged for her to come by after work and check it out. But she never showed up. Next! Second email was from a woman who thought we lived in Richmond, not the Inner Richmond. Next! The third gal, was a winner! A delightful young grad student who was moving to our neck of the wood with her roommate. She came over to check out the sectional one evening and declared it was, “Perfect!”
Today, they picked up the sectional and took it to it’s new home. I hope they’ll send me a picture once they get settled in. I was a bit sad to see it go, but excited about getting our new couch moved in! Unfortunately, it won’t be delivered for three weeks, but I think it’s worth the wait.
What’s the difference between a sofa and a couch anyway?
I have a feeling it depends on where you grew up. Some people might also refer to “a long upholstered seat typically with a back and arms” as a divan. Although, technically-speaking, a divan doesn’t have a back or arms.
