The next morning we found ourselves in what could only be described as a Dumpster Dive Standoff. Due to the lovely construction that is going on next door.. And by next door I mean both next door to our building, which means right outside our window, and next door as in the next apartment over.. we have the advantage of waking up verrry early to get the best Craigslist deals.
This particular morning a generous person had posted that his neighbor had thrown out what appeared to be a nice modern brown couch, some chairs, and other miscellaneous items. Posted only 15 minutes ago! Let’s move! Let’s move! We located the address and ironically on the way I mentioned “Wouldn’t it be awkward if we get there and someone else is there too?” And so of course we roll up to find a truck of people scoping out the pile—the type who apparently drive up and down the alleys looking for goods. I believe they resell them but I cannot confirm this.
Anyway, they finally pulled away, leaving the couch and one lone bum who was rifling through the huge pile of books. He did not exactly look approachable so we decided to stake out down the block and wait for him to find the right selections for his library. After a good 10 minutes he made his way across an abandoned lot and we made our move.
Alas, a driveby revealed a bit of something (mildew perhaps?) and a tear on the arm and so we remain couchless. The free section did provide us with a trunk full of firewood however, which we have already enjoyed on two separate occasions in our new fireplace.
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