A way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and possibly through his hands (video game systems & video games). A way to a woman’s heart? Many would say diamonds, or even black diamonds, or rubies or sapphires or gold.
But for me? Skip the diamonds. Don’t get me wrong, I love my engagement ring and the diamond it boasts, but I’d much rather enjoy a new laptop, a new lens for my digital camera (have you seen my Flickr photostream?) or some type of computer accessory.
What about you ladies? What gets your heart a-flutter?


Yep! I love gadgets. When I was recently told I may soon be receiving a BB Storm?! Ouuu la la!
I definitely need a prime lens for portraits of baby in a few months. I have a d-40, any suggestions on where to get one for better than the $140 I see -everywhere-? I tried craigslist but so far no luck.
My in-laws thought it was awful I didn’t have an diamond engagement ring. I didn’t want one. Maybe if it had honestly been in the budget I would have felt different, but I don’t feel I missed out.
I was important to me to have matching wedding bands. It’s the only piece of jewelry I wear 90 percent of the time. And I wear it at all times.
I’d rather have books or clothes or craft supplies or really anything.