HI! Thanks for the welcomes everyone. I will sure keep you updated.
I just took some before images before I modify anything. I plan to keep an album. Prob on flickr. Lets see if it works...
https://flic.kr/ps/GJbq1
I have already removed the curtains and tore up a corner of the carpet. I just had to know what I have to work with under it. Paint colors and design are in the process of being chosen. Picked out peel and stick flooring. I have 5 days off starting next weekend, so let the fun begin...whoohoo!