More progress finally.
Got the sides all sanded, they are ready to accept the next round of veneer. Got the left side done, just needs to be trimmed.
There we go, much better! Here's with the top.
Now off to do the right side, possibly get going on the front if it. Front will have to be done in sections, because it's so wide. Hopefully I can grain match well enough that it looks like a continuous piece. After that, it's on to grain sealing and staining.