Last year, I debated about writing a post containing my Christmas wish list. I figured none of those who stumble on my blog would actually buy me a gift, so I decided against it.
But since I'm currently on my misery train that is the sickness caused by the current global warming-affected holiday weather, I thought about the things that I want. I say "want", because I could probably live without any of the items I will list below, but it's nice to think about them nonetheless.
I'll start with books. When asked about what I want for any occasion, I always start with books, even if I don't get to read as much as I want or should. I have a list on my Evernote that's about as long as my arm, but I'm keeping my wish list to a choice few and most of them to start my collection of fantasy series titles I've been meaning to get around to reading.
- The Emperor's Soul by Brandon Sanderson
- Storm Front by Jim Butcher (1st book of The Dresden Files series)
- Divergent by Veronica Roth (1st book of The Divergent trilogy) - You could throw in the second book, Insurgent, as well.
- The Colour of Magic by Terry Pratchett (1st book of the Discworld series) - I know, I'm a loser for not starting this one yet.
- The Tombs of Atuan and The Other Wind by Ursula LeGuin - To complete my Earthsea Cycle series.
My next wish list category is gadgets, which I don't expect anyone to get me because they cost exorbitantly higher than books, unless I have generous friends who are hiding the fact that they are filthy rich. This is actually more of a reminder of the things to save up for than wish list items. Since I'm getting these for myself (only heaven knows when, though), you'll notice that I'm not particularly ambitious. Well, the budget is limited and their future owner is averse to figuring out new technology.
- HTC Desire V - This is supposed to be the HTC Desire C, but it's gone from Lazada's lineup. If you're wondering why I'm not choosing the latest model, it's because I'm unlikely to pay more than P15,000 for a new phone (I'll try to get away with paying even less if I can) since I actually only use my phone for communication reasons. I only considered HTC because I've gotten used to using a smartphone, but would like to try an Android this time around. I've never been a fan of only relying on one device for my other tech needs, like taking pictures or listening to music, since I'm always paranoid that it'll fritz out on me and I'll lose everything. Which is why I also want an....
- iPod Touch 5th Gen in Yellow - I enjoy and still intend to use the iOS apps that I downloaded for the iPhone 3G that I'm currently using, and I have a wishlist of other apps that I wanted to download but can't, because my phone is ancient in Apple standards. And I want something that I can fit in my pocket while I listen to music, a feat I can't achieve with the massive iPad or other tablets. And because it's available in yellow(!).
- A new laptop - I'm currently working on a borrowed laptop, so this is probably the most important. I'm not finicky with the specs, as long as I can work, surf the net and download all my couch potato essentials. I do have one condition, I want a regular sized laptop. I don't want those notebook laptops that have 10" or 11" inch screen and a keyboard that make me feel like I have the fattest fingers in the world. I know they're cheaper, but I'd feel more frustrated than productive. But truth be told, if I win the Lotto, I'm buying myself an Alienware. I'll throw my usual aversion to new technology out the window right there and then.
- Playstation 3 - This is actually a planned joint purchase with Marvin, although he is already predicting that I'd be playing this more than he would. He's right.
As for my wish list in the impractical category, I'll have to include the Menma Nendoroid. But seriously, don't get me this. I would be paranoid about removing her from the box and she'd distract me with her cuteness.
And for the totally delusional category, I want to win the Lotto. Or for Marvin to win. Or for a friend to suddenly become filthy rich and wholeheartedly share his or her blessings by spoiling me with everything on this list.
That pretty much sums up my wish list. And now I'm returning to work, so I can get me a laptop (eventually). Or maybe I should get a new book first...Labels: Books, Gadgets, Musings, Wish List