ok fellow nesters, I need some ideas....i am overwhelmed with what to do to 2 rooms in my home..

Room #1..Living room..TV room..where we hang out...Hate all of the "wood paneling", BUT, hubbie usually doesnt say anything about what I do in the house. BUT, he has asked that I dont paint ALL of the wood...so, the book shelves def need to be painted..water damage..just dont know what color...this room is VERY dark.  We will be getting a new TV to go over the fireplace, so that is taken care of. talked about painting 1/2 way up walls, with chair rail? and sheetrock on bottom??? HELP !! I have a love/hate relationship with this room

Oh yeah, when I took the pics the room needed straightening up..so ignore the mess.