Where are you when you write at myLot. Describe your desk, table, etc.

United States
April 22, 2008 1:21am CST
I am sitting here at my kitchen table with my huge old computer monitor before me. To my left is a pile of unsorted mail and an ivory colored wood filing container with lots of unorganized papers in it and near by that is a calender with teddy bears on it, and fairly close to that is a fake ficus tree with flowers and little birdhouses on it. To my right are my Ohio Star placematts,a yellowish beige stone with the word "create" on it, the phone, picures of my family, a tea cup with a flower in it resting on a cup holder, a small pink candle and my glass of fast food ice tea. Now it is your turn....
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• United States
22 Apr 08
I have a home office. Bedroom turned office. I have a large L shaped desk with a comfy office chair. My computer is on the main portion of the desk with my calendar and in/out box to the left. To the right is my printer, which sets on top of a file cabinet. There is a large lamp to my left with a bulletin board on the wall in front of me. To my right is a window that looks out onto the front lawn. To my back is another window that looks out onto the side lawn. The door to the office is to my left, which leads into a long hallway with the other rooms in my home. My floors are higly polished hardwood. The walls of my office are a muted yellow, which reminds me of the sunshine. Drapes are blackout drapes used to block the heat from the summer sun. They are very close to the same yellow as the walls but usually tied back with violet sheers behind them. Yellow toppers at the top of the window. On my desk the telephone, excedrin bottle, ice water,speakers and a plant. Another large plant sits atop a shelf in the corner, behind the printer. It's really quite nice.........
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• United States
25 Apr 08
It sounds nice. Thanks for your very detailed post. I appreciate you for posting here... wishing you days of sunshine and freedom for aches and pains... happiness.
@moneyandgc (3428)
• United States
23 Apr 08
I have a laptop so the place that I write changes from time to time. When I am at home I usually sit on one of my couches in the living room. The couches are black and matching. I have my feet up on one of my dark grey ottomons. To my left and my right are small surround sound speakers. In front of me, Meet the Robinson's is being projected from our projector that sits on a black and glass media shelf that is behind me. I don't own a desk or a table anymore. One day I will have both again, they just aren't high on my list pf priorities.
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• United States
23 Apr 08
We love Meet the Robinsons! I have seen it so many times that I know all of the dialogue! I like mylot too. I have been on the site 8 or 9 months now.
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• United States
30 Apr 08
We are glad that you are here.
• United States
23 Apr 08
You sound comfortable sitting on your couch with your feet up on your grey ottomon. Wondering how you liked Meet the Robinsons? Thanks for posting here. Given the high number of your posts it sure does look like you enjoy it here at myLot.
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• United States
22 Apr 08
Currently sitting on the couch in the family room with the laptop on my lap posting and listening to the news. When I look around I see my dogs and the baby's things through out the room and I can see my backyard through the sliding glass door. Sometimes the computer is on the peninsula in the kitchen you can still post and watch/hear the tv from there too!
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• United States
23 Apr 08
We have a Lab, a Husky, and a Boxer. Thanks I'm lovin being a mommy,I can't believe she is almost five months old already!
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• United States
25 Apr 08
Congratulations on having such a nice family... Glad that motherhood of your little one is giving you joy and amazement. Give your dogs a pet for me and sing your little one a song or two. They sometimes love being sung to.
• United States
22 Apr 08
You sound comfortable on that couch... Hoping that the news you heard was good news. Wondering what kind of dogs you have? Congratulations on the baby! I am glad that you are here at myLot. Happy posting!
@sminut13 (1783)
• Singapore
22 Apr 08
well as most of them here, i'm in front of my computer in a bedroom. my desk basically has my whole computer set covering it as it's not a laptop. hehe right now, i have a pencil on it, since my son was doing something with me while i was using the net. i also have a big water bottle since i drink water from time to time while using the computer. on my right, there's a really old sewing machine that i seldom use, in fact, never use now. on top of it is a printer which is covered with a cloth. behind me of course is the bed. on my left is a door where i go out to the rooms and there's also a wardrobe in the room itself. hehehe was feeling bored so this helped me to pass my time much more easily. thanks so much. grins
@sminut13 (1783)
• Singapore
22 Apr 08
hahaha i am glad that i came across this post too. hehe wasn't bored actually since i was doing something else at the same time. haha sorry if i offended you. i did enjoy myself with my son. hehe he's a little weak in counting as he's careless so we were doing that today. have a nice day.
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• United States
22 Apr 08
It is neat to "see" so many different computer work spaces... I understand able not having a laptop... I have a 98 Gateway... I sure do understand grins. Hoping that you have a lot of fun with your son today. I am glad that you were bored enough to post here... I am glad that you are here at myLot.
• United States
25 Apr 08
Have yourself a nice day too... Glad that you posted. You are a good mother to help your son with his math.
@BUSSY1979 (1283)
• United States
22 Apr 08
LOL at a kitchen table??? That's a pretty place to be with your computer. LOL But, each to his own, i guess. Whereas me, i'm sitting here on my couch in front of the TV watching MTV2 while i type here on Mylot. I always sit here at the couch while i'm on mylot. For i own a laptop computer. I sometimes am outside even with it while i'm on mylot. so, actually, when i type on here, it's hard telling where i might be. lol since it's gettiing warmer here in my hometown, i'll be outside alot and with the laptop computer in my hands. I get internet connection through wi-fi, and so, i can take it anywhere i want to while i'm on the go. I may check some of my discussions on mylot at the Walmart, for crying outloud LOL. Neat, HUH?
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• United States
22 Apr 08
Yes a kitchen table is not the ideal place but if you have an ancient 1998 Gateway computer with a huge monitor, as I do, and if you live in an apartment with out a lot of space, as I do, you make do... grins... I do have a bit of laptop envy... I'll admit... I do! LOL
@SomeCowgirl (32191)
• United States
22 Apr 08
I have a laptop now, so where I sit to get on the computer, all varies. IN MY ROOM : Either on the bed, beside my fiance with the t.v. in front of, or in the floor facing my fiance. IN THE COMPUTER ROOM: I sit in a chair with an ottoman and either have the laptop on my lap or on the ottoman. My Fiance sits at the computer diagonal with me. IN THE DEN : I sit with my fiance on the couch, closest to the computer room. T.V. in front of me and watching a movie.
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• United States
22 Apr 08
Hi SomeCowgirl, Talk about having options! grins. You sure have a lot of them. It looks like there are a lot of advantages to the laptop as you can enjoy your Fiance and myLots too and watch a movie... Talk about multi tasking. I am impressed!
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@SomeCowgirl (32191)
• United States
22 Apr 08
Yes, I am very happy that I got it. I have an ethernet cable that runs about 25 ft. Cheapest way to go if you ever plan on getting a laptop in addition to your computer. Just use your DSL box and grab a ethernet cord and hook it from the back of your DSL box to either the port in your computer or the port in your ethernet card.
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• United States
22 Apr 08
Thanks for the good tips... I am happy for you that you have the DSL and the great computer system. I am glad that you are here on myLot.
@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
22 Apr 08
I am in my computer room. 2 desks a tv and 2 puters when mine is fixed that is on my desk I have a top self with all nick nacks and pics on it the top has monitor puter printer and papers. have a little table that has the phone on it. and a fan to knock the smoke out for this is smoke room too
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@Lakota12 (42600)
• United States
26 Apr 08
yup do and love it also smoke outside. this room is off limits to grand daughter but she reall wants to get in here and mess witht he puters but we lock the door when in here and also have one on the outside so she cant get in thanks
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• United States
25 Apr 08
So you have a combined computer room and smoking room....talk about combined work spaces...grins. Good to see you here.
@skydancer (2101)
• United States
30 Apr 08
I am usually on my laptop either curled up in some comfortable, cozy area of the house, or else on the floor typing while working on my stretches for dance. If I am on my desktop, it is on computer desk (white wash finish), which has nothing else on it except a scanner in the compartment below and a few CD's and boxes of paper, spare ink colors, etc. on top. Pretty utilitarian, nothing overtly special.
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• United States
1 May 08
It is nice that you have a laptop and can be so comfortable when you post... Utilitarian or not, that is a very special thing.
@joimarquez (1836)
• United States
25 Apr 08
my room - my room where i do mylot
When I do mylot Im usually at the corner my room where my computer is set on a desk. I usually am online every morning and before I sleep and when i check my emails i always have another window open for mylot and search on discussion that i can reply to.
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• United States
26 Apr 08
It sounds quiet and peaceful going on myLot before you go to sleep. You sound mighty busy with two windows open.
• Indonesia
30 Apr 08
Well, I’m here, sitting at my desk with my laptop, inside my private room. The desk is full with books, stationary, two laptops, and I haven’t found a better place inside this house, because my house is small.
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• United States
1 May 08
It is nice that you have a private room... I am glad that you are here at myLot.
@cortjo73 (6498)
• United States
22 Apr 08
I do most of my myLotting at work so, I will do my best to cover what is on my desk but, it is my work desk and there is really too much to list. Today, right in front of me is a list of oral surgeons because I need to have my wisdom teeth pulled and will be going to a consult with a doctor on that list, tomorrow. My cell phone is to the left, the mouse pad and mouse is to my right. A pen and pencil are on the desk in front of me. A calculator, tape dispenser and stapler are to the right. I have a desk organizer to my right, some scent sticks in scent oil somewhat behind that, my PC and my monitor are to the left and in front of me. I have some hand lotion to the left of the PC and to the left of that is one of those paper holder stand things to use for typing from a document without it sitting flat on the desk. My printer is to my left shoulder, to the left of that is the company phone and behind that a ream of paper. To the left of that is the scanner and that is nearly behind me. To the left of that is a file rack for folders. Behind me is a radio that I can also plug my iPod into. Next to that is a 3 hole punch. Next to that is a plant. And in front of that is some samples for my company. To the right of me are a few pictures of my cats, my dog and my hubby. And a mail sorter/organizer thing. On the shelves above me are just a bunch of folders that organize me and some phone books. That is pretty much the gist.
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@cortjo73 (6498)
• United States
25 Apr 08
Thank you! I go to get my teeth pulled a week from today (Friday May 2nd). I am not looking forward to it! LOL! And, I do have a lot of stuff on my desk! LOL! Fortunately it is a 3 sided wrap around so, it is nice and big. I keep the stuff I care about on my desk since I am here 8 hours a day. I figure that they help me get through the day. A paper clip just won't do the job! LOL!
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• United States
25 Apr 08
Hi there... sorry about the wisdom teeth. Good luck to you ... said a prayer for you regarding that issue. You do have a lot of stuff on your desk... the lotion, the scent sticks, the radio, the plant and the pictures of dog, cat and hubby were the most interesting to me as they are not the typical stuff they are instead what is important to you.
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@jesbellaine (4139)
• Philippines
22 Apr 08
I here at the office right now as I write at mylot. I have piles of coupon bonds on the top desk and on 3 notebooks then 2 ballpens on my front desk. One phone and headset that I use right now in speaking with my client. I use a desktop computer. My bag is in the side an have my mug full of water. Oh, I have two rolls of tissue paper. That's all about it. It is somebody's turn now... hehehe Good Day!
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• United States
25 Apr 08
So you collect coupon bonds and meet with clients over the phone... and can write at myLot while talking if you want too. hehehe... Have a good day yourself. Thanks for posting here.
• Philippines
26 Apr 08
Yup! I do multitasking especially if the problem of my client is easy. Coupon bonds yes, if I need to draw my client's setup h ehe Or sometimes i am really idle so I just do mylotting! hehehe Have a great day!
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@Elixiress (3878)
25 Apr 08
I am sitting on my bed, cross legged with my laptop on my knee. Watching Coronation Street on the TV with my Graphic Design portfolio out on the bed beside me. I also have a messy dressing table with my mobile phone, TV remotes, cosmetics and books along with other stuff.
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• United States
25 Apr 08
It sounds like you are an artistic person with varied interests. Good luck to you in your creative work. Thanks for posting here.
• Croatia (Hrvatska)
25 Apr 08
im siting in my sisters room becouse i dont have it, reason is maybe that im 20 so my parents whant to get rid of my but im still going in school so i doesnt whant to live by myself yet
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• United States
26 Apr 08
At the age of 20, I was still living at home too... I did not move out until I was 28 0r 29 so don't feel bad. You are going to school. I don't blame you at all for wanting to stay home with your parents while you are studying as the prices are so high on rents,etc. at least in my area.
@kuting (885)
• Philippines
23 Apr 08
the only time i can access a computer is when im at work. so right now im in my office, my computer desk also accommodates my cpu and my huge lexmark printer. few phases to my right is my real desk, on top of it are - the telephone, log book, and paper organizer overflowing with papers and documents. to my back is my co-working, also busy infront of her computer. the office is somewhat bare, white walls and light green vinyl tiles, we also have a small sofa here in case we go sleepy and would want to take a nap.
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• United States
23 Apr 08
It sounds like you all do a lot of work with all of those overflowing papers and all of that equipment. It looks like myLot comes to your rescue a bit to ward off bordom... or does the couch await soon? Wishing you fun here. Tbanks for posting.
• Indonesia
23 Apr 08
I am now in my work place in a resort on the beach. I't a low season and we don't have many guest around so I have extra time to spend in the computer. My desk is situated in the outdoor lobby where I have the view to the fish pond and in my back, I can hear very clearly the sound of the waves and if I get bored with the pond view I'll just turn my head around and I have the fantastic view of he ocean.. The bird is chirping as the background and the weather these days is just nice, sunny, warm and not too hot... These view makes me relax all the time, even in a stressfull situation...
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• United States
23 Apr 08
You have done it... I now have both laptop envy and location envy. It sounds wonderful. The view of the ocean and a fish pond, the birds, and nice weather... Glad that you are enjoying it. Thanks for posting here.
@rhane7315 (5649)
• Philippines
23 Apr 08
my desk was a table then in my left was our stairs going down and to my right was my brother's bedroom
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• United States
25 Apr 08
I am hoping that you and your brother get along well... Thanks for posting here.
@deahtotz (26)
• Philippines
23 Apr 08
me... im doin mylot here in the office... ehehhe! "Model Employee" :) in my left... theres my tumbler, my celphone, a phone and a chocolate drink... and in my right theres my headset... i write in mylot if i have a freetime... God bless!
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• United States
23 Apr 08
You mentioned one of my favorite words... "chocolate"... It brings a smile to my face... You are now a Model MyLot poster...assured of a good rating here just for posting. I am glad that you had the free time to post here. Thanks.
@Ailina (180)
• United States
23 Apr 08
I have an new workstation set up. It is a new chrome and glass desk. I can see my toes while typing! The chair not always available as my oldest cat finds humor in stealing the spot when I stand up.
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• United States
24 Apr 08
That experience of seeing one's toes while typing sounds like it would be unique. I well know that oldest cat of yours... Fun to think of him hopping up there heat seeking after you leave and so ready no doubt to try to get petted by you when you return to it. It is good to see you here today. Hugs.
• United States
23 Apr 08
Currently I am sitting on my old couch, peering at the tv over the top of my laptop. Having a portable I am all over the house, but I am usually in the living room as it is the least messy. We are currently remodeling our house, so appliances and furniture and everything else that we have purchased is sitting unopened scattered about the whole house. The only usuable place left at the moment is the couch. Someday we will have a nice shiny new house, but for now we have a LARGE number of shiny boxes. Watched a great episode of NCIS earlier while posting here, and am having a great time.
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• United States
23 Apr 08
Good luck in your remodeling and congratulations on your purchases... Hoping for you that you will soon be done with the remodel and be fully able to enjoy fully your home. Thanks for posting.