This will give some of you an idea of what people are putting on their desktops. We have a thread here with some screen shots, but it's not in depth like the folks at XDA have. There are also some pointers on configuring your launcher.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=860404
I picked up some ideas for my own use! I now use the No Lock app. I found the auto-locking screen annoying. Now it doesn't lock, but it still sleeps.
Good stuff can be found for those new to rooting their NOOKcolor.