Lamps

I haven't posted the lamps I bought. They're not gonzo-fabulous, but they do help out a lot.

First of all I bought two of these for the living room:

They're great, and demonstrate once more how West Elm has come to dominate my decor. Basically, they sit on storage ottomans that are serving as end tables until I can properly furnish the living room, and provide badly needed light - there is no overhead or built-in light in the living room.

And then I bought this for my bedroom:

Also great, and sitting on my nightstand, a far cry better than a ratty old Ikea lamp that stepped me through the past five years. There are little butterflies on the glass, and it is managed with a rocker switch. It is so nice to be able to lie in bed reading a book before falling asleep, with a place to set the book and a lamp within easy reach.

I know, that makes me sound old, but I don't care. I like it. ALso - West Elm, on sale, $15. Can't beat that.