Today I went out and 'finished' what Santa wasn't able to.

I first stopped at the post office to drop off some bills (I still can't believe there are some companies that don't have an online bill payment service.

), then I went to Home Depot to take a look at some things.
I bought a small little level that I've attached to my power drill to ensure I'm drilling down properly level. (Amazing that this thing has a built in level for when you're drilling horizontally, but not vertically). I also picked up some wood clamps so I can clamp a straight edge to my plywood that I plan on cutting today.
I was looking at the routers and having a tough time deciding. I eventually spent the $199 on a router (forgot the horsepower, but it was pretty good) that also had a plunge base to go with the fixed base. It has some vacuum cleaner attachments to suck up the dust for "dust-free operation", and a pretty nice carrying case. The best part is that I was also able to get a jigsaw free due to the purchase. It's a cheap $30 equivalant jigsaw, but it can do up to a 45 degree bevel cut and it should do the job of just making straight cuts for me.
I hope to test out everything tonight and get the rough outline of my CP cut out and also have my joystick areas recessed and buttons drilled out. I still need to await my trackball and spinner to get those cut out.
I have some mild trepidation before I start, but that's why I'm having a friend come over to lend a hand and help me out as I get started. I've honestly never used a power tool before aside from the power drill.
Wish me luck!!!
