In my quest to make my apartment just the way I want it (considering the limited budget of a graduate student, and the fact that you can only do so much with a graduate student apartment that one cannot paint or change fixtures in), I've gotten a few new things. The couches have to stay, because, well, they're comfy, and "some" changes don't equal several thousand dollars. Instead, I've settled for curtains, pillows, possibly a new rug, new kitchen appliances and canisters, and a new breakfast table. A new coffee table may also happen, if I see one I like.

My interior design skills are questionable. I know what I want when I see it, but I can't describe what I want. I will never be super country or super modern, and I don't believe in decorations that are not functional, with the exception of artwork. I started looking for a new table quite some time ago, and wasn't happy with any of the options. And then I saw this.

It's mohogany, stained, and finished. It is dark, but not too dark. It is the perfect size, and it is classic and beautiful. I fell in love with the stand - I know it's not everyone's taste, but it's classic American, and very "Jackie O's vacation home." I love it, and it comes a week from today. Me being the scientist that I am, I spent weeks researching types of wood, their stability and durability, and I think mohogany floats the boat. Hopefully it doesn't scratch badly.

I like having things in my apartment that are very me. Not that were free, that I strongly dislike, or I inherited from an old roommate. They're something that I fell in love with, and I made the decision to add to my home. Here's to redecorating.

Today's poll: What is your favorite piece of furniture in your house?