Well, I got the bed put together! Even though it has a base with an extended heightened platform for storage, Im using a box spring anyway because I like the thought of getting that evening cardio workout climbing into bed each night. (Remember, kids, CARDIO  GOOD, HEART ATTACK  BAD.) It will also assist in ensuring that I am fully awake at the start of my day as Im sure to fall flat on my face at hearing the soothing sounds of Motorheads Ace of Spades each morning.

The difficulty level putting it together with VERY detailed instructions written in ancient Aramaic was around a 4 out of 10, however, it is advised that young children and elderly Amish ladies - or nuns, for that matter - not be present due to the multitude of F bombs required for assembly.