O RLY?!

We spent most of the weekend getting the home office finished up, and I should have some pictures up within the next few days. I’ve had some thoughts and concerns over the past few weeks that haven’t really fit in anywhere, so I figured I’d just make a general post. Feel free to comment of offer suggestions on any of my random questions.

Shelly: Abbey is so excited because Shelly now sleeps on the floor or in her own bed at night. I’m excited because I don’t wake up with mouthfuls of dog hair. Shelly can also go out by herself now that we have a fence, so we can let her out by herself and she goes to the bathroom and then barks incessantly.

Shop Vac: I originally bought a small 6 gallon shop vac a few years ago. This was great for the apartment, but not quite powerful enough for a house and a garage. The hose is too small and it clogs up constantly. I’ll need to invest in a much bigger model soon.

Cost of furnishing a room: I figured the cost of the wood to build the desk in the office would probably be the most expensive thing, until I saw the price for the curtains, shades, lights, shelves, pictures, frames, etc.. This stuff easily trumps the cost of the desk and all the computers.

Polyurethane: This is technically the second time I have applied a clear coat to one of my projects, and I still suck at it. The first time I used an oil based polyurethane and had trouble with bubbles and getting an even coat. The second time I opted for the water-based option based on my parent’s suggestion. This was much easier to apply and clean up, but I had the same result. I used 4 coats and sanded with 220grit in between coats. I finished with 800grit and it still has its imperfections. There must be a secret technique I’m missing. I did, however, manage to successfully refinish the butcher block counter top on the island. That turned out very smooth.

Nintendo Wii: I want one. Not necessarily for the Wiimote and all that noise, but for the virtual console which apparently offers you the ability to download and play past Nintendo, Super Nintendo, N64, and Gamecube games. Its like having 5 systems in one! I could really dig some Super Mario World, or Link to the Past.

I guess thats all for now.