Coffered ceiling update day one and two...things are already taking shape

I spent most of Friday moving furniture out of the family room, it sure is nice to have big kids who can help move heavy things like sofa's, girls rock...when Daddy is working late. I ripped out the carpet under padding and tack strips and headed off to the dump all before dinner. Bright and early Saturday morning Todd and I were planning to get started. 

 We headed off to Home Depot for 2x4's and plastic and we picked up some small fold able scaffolding which has turned out invaluable, both of us can get up there and attach all the framing. Working over head is hard work for sure.

 So here we are now it's 8:00 pm and the coffered ceiling grid is framed and blocked , all the three sheets of 5/8" MDF have been cut down to 5.5" strips and a bunch of it has been primed and is ready for sanding and more priming before we can nail it all into place, this is getting so exciting. Placement of the studs and finding all the joists was very time consuming but I think the rest will go quite smoothly.
I'm thinking our arms will be sore in the morning.

My daughter would kill me if she knew I was putting a pic up on my blog of her , so don't tell her Ok, she is growing up into a beautiful young lady we are very proud of the person she is becoming she is a good kid indeed. I just thought she looked so beautiful the other night going to a high school winter dance. How time flies when you have kids, it's sad how fast.
Have a wonderful weekend...

It's happening I'm starting a renovation for Christmas

 I have been planning on getting the floors and ceiling done in this family room for a while now and the time is right. I want it done for Christmas, so this Saturday we will be re-locating all the furniture and then ripping up the carpet after that my husband and I will be attaching the 2x4 framing for the coffers. I am hoping it will warm up some so that ripping MDF won't be complete torture.

 I will then go order the pine flooring and have it delivered, yeah delivery.

I am giving myself 21 days to get it all complete so that I can then get up our Christmas tree just in the nick of time , I will most likely put another tree up maybe in our master bedroom we have done that before and it is lovely to have a tree in the master.
I look forward to how much nicer the family room will be , I will be able to extend our dining table from the kitchen into the family room when the flooring is all the same, it will be perfect.
Coffered ceilings and more dark pine floors I am so excited , I may be laying the floors in a unique way also, why not?
Check in often for tiny updates , they may just be silent updates I warn you as I am going to be a very busy person come December it's a good thing almost all my Christmas shopping is done.

3D Browser MMORPG Eldevin Launches After 8 Years

Hunted Cow Studios is releasing its long-awaited, free-to-play flagship game Eldevin this weekend November 30. Eldevin is a 3D massively multiplayer role-playing game (MMORPG) that aims to be the largest ever played in a web browser.

Eldevin has been in development for eight years at the small, self-funded studio. Designed from the ground up, it uses Java technology and is playable in most web browsers on systems running Windows, Mac, and Linux. Founder Packs for early access will be available until midnight on Nov. 29.

Players begin their exciting journey in the Eldevin Kingdom, where the mysterious Elemental Spheres of Power have corrupted the guardians tasked with protecting them, plunging the world into chaos. Now Tristan, the Emperor of the Infernal Empire and guardian of the Dark Sphere, will stop at nothing to satisfy his greed for more power and to conquer the remaining Spheres - even if it means destroying his former homeland of Eldevin. During their quest, players will travel through countless areas, discover lost cities and artifacts, and encounter challenging bosses. With revolutionary real-time combat, Eldevin delivers an exciting adventure for gamers of any age and experience.

Players can ally with the Eldevin Army or the mages of the Arcane Council in an epic quest to protect the Eldevin Kingdom. The game promises hundreds of hours of content and features 14 gathering and crafting professions and several thousand items. Players can take on one of six unique roles - Templar, Warrior, Assassin, Ranger, Mage, and Prophet - but are completely free to mix and match in a classless system of abilities and talents. Adventurers can play solo, participate in group dungeons, and engage in exciting survival challenges. Optional open-world player-versus-player (PvP) combat and competitive game modes like Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, and Domination extend the experience.

"Eldevin's launch marks the culmination of many years of hard work by our small and dedicated 15-member team," said John Stewart, studio manager of Hunted Cow. "Development won't stop here, however, as new features and content are already in the works so the game will continue to grow over the coming years. We'd like to thank all our fans and beta testers for their dedication and support, and we look forward to seeing everyone in game on the 30th."

  

Total love for Target my Haul

 I know we all wanted to get Target here in Canada for a long time I know I sure did. I`m not one to take cross border shopping trips I shop locally call me old fashioned. 

I was pleasantly surprised when Target opened as there was so much to love. I have heard a lot of grumbling and complaining going around from my fellow Canadians that Target here is not like in the US, well we all knew it wouldn`t be exactly the same right. I suppose it all depends on what your looking for. Because I was looking for well priced design, decor and home items which is exactly what I found. From dishes to sheets to small furniture I found so much style and selection which is just what I was looking and hoping for. I thought I would share with you some of the great items I have picked up since Target opened. 

 I will start with my min bar in the dining room , this spot is new since I found this cute tray at Target I loved the wood handles and bronze finish.

 I am really excited to try out my new shaker for Christmas , isn`t it the cutest...I know I love it and $14

 I love kosher salt and I had my eye on this little salt cellar for a while , actually I had put it in my cart on a previous shopping trip but when I got home I was sad to find that is must have not made it out of the cart , but luckily I went back and made sure to bring it home for $3.49 well actually $2.09 is what it rang up as. That is something I just love about Target when you select an clearance item and at the cash it rings up even lower than you had expected. Target prices are great but the sales are amazing and the clearance items are superb.

 Another fabulous clearance score a ceramic rolling pin with a vintage design.

I had to special order two of these wall mount bottle openers for our kitchen back a couple of years ago , so I was pleased to see they had a bronze one with their seasonal bar ware I am going to gift that. 

 I went yesterday to see the selection of holiday gift wrapping and I found these adorable gift boxes for $2.00 I cleared them out.

 Adorable bags on sale for $1.00 these beat dollar stores bags any day.

 I know it`s not a good pic but a while back I spotted this cute feather art piece it was perfect for our entry just what I was looking for and only $19

And don`t forget about the perfect lanterns I found for my living room on sale...good things come to those who wait

And last but not least my long awaited duvet cover.

Well there you have it ...my Target haul It`s not hard to see why I love Target Canada....you will too if you give it a chance and if you don`t like the one near you it may be because of it`s location so check neighboring cities I promise you`ll thank me later.... so what are your favorite purchases from Target Canada.

This was and is not a sponsored post these are my experiences and opinions.

Gamebox Announces MMORPG Inferno Legends

Gamebox, the operator of the browser-based games Odin Quest and General War and the TCG Ancient Summoner has recently announced their upcoming downloadable MMORPG Inferno Legends. To give players a sneak peak, a teaser website is also live at http://il.gamebox.com/impression.shtml.

Inferno Legends will take players to the next level from the stunning graphics to the smooth gamplay players are in for an adventure. Players can get a small taste of what they are in for by watching the trailer below.

Gamebox has the ambition to attract more hardcore players after years of browser based game operation and building their community. This new downloadable MMORPG may help them achieve that goal.

Inferno Legend is unique and has a nontraditional story line. Players will take on the role of the Devil. Living in the underground world, the player learns various and very interesting abilities and fighting those humans of so-called justice.

The launch date of the closed beta testing for Inferno Legend CBT will be announced soon. Players that register for Inferno Legends before the official launch will receive a special gift of $4.99 in the game after the server opens.

My secret office makeover

 21 months , that is how long we have lived in our current home. For 21 months this room has remain untouched. It has been a room with a desk and computer surrounded by boxes. This was supposed to be a real office for my husband but this project never got started.
I didn't want to get involved as my husband had very definite ideas for his office and  I thought I should just stay out of it so I did, well I did for 21 months. But I saw that nothing was going to happen, my husband is a very busy man who does not have the time that was required to really tackle this room which was  4 1/2 full days,long days.
My husband works in the animation industry which I think explains all the toys.He has been a collector for as long as I have known him since way back when he was in school for animation when we were just babies....20 or so years old.
He went on his annual trip to LA this past week and unknown to him I was planning a big old makeover, a secret makeover. I couldn't look at this mess any longer, he needed a real office a nice place a space for him to be to surround himself with the things he loves. He deserves a nice room to call his own.
Now I was taking a risk doing this , would he be OK with me taking this over ? I wondered if he would be mad???
 But he had a Pinterest board for his office so I took from it what I could to make him a nice office. I thought if I tried my best and did a good job he would be happy.......I really hoped I was right. But I was nervous for him to arrive, would he like it? would he be dissapointed? what would happen who knew! Our youngest was hands on and helped me with decisions but our oldest thought I was making a mistake tackling this, she thought her Dad would be mad...how nervous did that make me, right! But I carried on hoping for the best.

I started by emptying the many many boxes about 12 BIG boxes. I painted the walls flagstone by Martha Stewart , I love this color. I then headed off to Ikea to pick up loads of shelf brackets, simple black wood brackets $2.50 each. I also grabbed two metal locker units this one and this one. $109 and $99 which is amazing , they add so much character and storage. I knew my hubby liked lockers so it was a win. Having a collection of toys meant I didn't have to hold back on color at all. 

 Here is a good before it was so bland , messy and where are all those cool toys? No color no warmth not inviting at all.

 Like I said there were a few boxes and then a few new boxes from my new purchases.

 Those awful sliding closet doors I dislike so much , they were the last ones and they are now gone. Happy dance!
I was going to try building a sliding barn door which Todd wanted but that would mean losing the wall storage to the right and it was needed so much I decided it was best to leave the closet open.I had considered doing built in shelves but opted for this black metal shelf from Lowe's , it was on budget and was so quick to put together , built ins would have taken up to a week to complete and I didn't have that time. The other bonus is that these shelves won't really collect dust and that a big plus. It also fits the industrial edge my husband likes.

Lots of storage room now. I may make some cool wood doors but I am tired and taking a breather for now.

 Makeovers really make a mess of the whole house don't they , dust and messes everywhere.

 Here things were coming along nicely. I tried my best to display all there was but I don't know toys, so I just grouped like items together.

 Box after box of this...

I even hung my husbands Grandmother's cookoo clock , its broken but it is important.

 I know I know grainy photos my phone is my only camera and boy do I ever need a new iphone...

I love these HR Puff N Stuff skate decks they deserved to be displayed so I made a stand for them. This took two tries but I ended up with display ledges from the first fail stand so it was a win win. 

 We have all seen the cool shelves held up by metal pipes ...those pipes are messy I tell you. I dreaded working with them and instead opted to use the pipes to make hooks for display. The pipes at our local store only would have allowed for 6" deep shelves and that wouldn't have worked at all. I really wanted to make sure I incorporated some pipe made accents. Each of those was about $6.00 and he likes them.

So there you have it my top secret hubby office makeover...

So what happened you're wondering...well he came home a little after 1:00 am from his trip where I had left his office door semi open with the lamp on and a big red bow on the door.

He asked me what was with the light on so I just lied and said " I don't know???" He opened the door and it was clear he loved it and was shocked I would say blown away....it was so much fun to give him this gift. He works so very hard and deserves this surprise so much. 

I have only ever seen my husband cry once and that was when he thought our daughter had drown in the tub, long story she was a trickster.... but it was a horrible moment for sure but seeing him choke up while he was seeing his new room made all the stress and hard work so worth it ....big strong men have hearts too thank goodness. 

I am so glad I did this and that it all turned out so well and I'm feeling pretty happy. 

Fiesta Celebrates its Sixth Year in Style

Fiesta Online, one of the industry's most beloved free-to-play anime fantasy MMOs, turns six this month and is hosting a birthday party of epic proportions.

To kick off the rocking jamboree, gamigo NA has released this superfun FIESTA ANNIVERSARY TRAILER: http://youtu.be/6TC5s47Xye8.

"It's been a wild ride these past six years. As Fiesta has matured, we've built out 115 levels of deeply immersive play experiences unlike any other free-to-play anime fantasy MMORPG out there. There's no better game to battle monsters while dancing the night away with friends," Daniel Chang, gamigo's Country Manager reflects, "This year we've added a thrilling new Crusader class, an exciting new town, and challenging instance dungeons, but we're just getting started. In 2014 we'll be continuing to surprise and delight devoted Fiesta fans with even more requested features and must-play content."

All month long, fans will be wishing Fiesta good times by showcasing selfies and gameplay videos on Facebook. Drop by for a slice of cake! Below is the guide to all the fun:

Anniversary Town

For just a limited time, from Friday, November 15 through Sunday, December 1, Elderine will be transformed into a birthday dream where elegance reigns supreme. Check out the new chic Anniversary fashions and walk the red carpet in your finest attire. Enjoy EXP boosts and extravagant loot drops during the joyous festivities.

Disco Mode

Get down, get down! The disco floor is the place to be. Show off your slick moves to your friends and light up the ground beneath your feet with every step you take. Boogie close to the magical disco ball and all sorts of crazy happens. Pick up buffs that will supersize your bumping action and boost your stats with max HP and SP, defense and moving speed. Find the Fiesta GMs in the mix as they'll be accepting items from players who want to participate in a raffle for awesome prizes.

Cosplay as Character Bobbleheads

Walk in the footsteps of legendary townspeople when you collect the dozen masks that have just arrived in the premium shop. Transform into Grandpa Robin, Blacksmith Karl, Shutian the Town Chief, Uriel the Wedding NPC and a host of other popular characters. Freak out your friends as they come to you for quests. Never before seen facial gestures available!

Black Archon Quest

Adventure awaits those who journey across Isya in a multi-part quest given by the Anniversary NPC. A rare, domesticated Black Archon is running wild and for the first time ever, players will be able to ride it as an exclusive, special edition mount.

Power Run

How fast can you go? Team up to compete in this GM-led speed game in the dungeons and top the leaderboard in this cross-server competition for glory and rewards.

Murumuru Minipets

Devildom's Murumuru monsters have been tamed and turned into minipets with elemental stats. Get your little companion today!