My Xmas Wish List

Okay here is my xmas wish list, and a wish list it is! Oy vey this one has "champagne tastes on a beer budget" as my mother would say.  But hey "I may be a dreamer, but I am not the only one." That's all. 

Native Movies

I have a desire to own every single Native themed film released on DVD. I am still not sure why I want all of them, even the racist or just C movies, but I think they will come in real handy at some point in the future. For now I am just collecting them slowly. Here are my wish lists on Amazon.ca and Amazon.com of the titles (and some other random stuff I want) that I am missing.

Moccasins

My Laurentian chief moccasins of yesteryear are looking pretty ragged. I want an authentic Native made moccasin in black, with fleece lining and possibly with fur. Tall order, I suppose since I couldn't find any online. If you know of some, please send info my way because I just can't find them. These are the exact same as I already have but you know what, they served me well for almost three years. Remember to order a size smaller because moccasins like these are notoriously large (I would be a size 7 in these, if you are wondering).  These are from Soft Moc and are only $55 CAD with free shipping available here. Score. 

Pearl Earrings

Super classic or super preppy? No matter what your take is on them, I can never go long without a pair. I lost one of the pair that I bought for myself a few years back and have been in mourning ever since. I think basic pearls are a necessity for every women's wardrobe. That is if I ignore the advice of my waxer who says that unmarried women should never wear real pearls because they signal that she is "taken." These hotties are from Birk's and are made from Akoya pearls in 18 kt. white gold and are $255 CAD available here.

Kindle

Photo from here

I know that Kindle's are new and most people aren't buying the idea of reading a digital book, but I can't think of anything better. Save trees, have tons of books always with you, and great for traveling. What's not to love? Oh yeah the authenticity of having a real book in front of you. Wasn't that the argument against online magazines and newspapers? Hmm. Anyhow this one is $260 USD and available at Amazon.com here.

Aritzia Gift Certificates

Ever since I started working at a premium denim clothing store when I was 15 years old, I have been addicted to them. My dealer for the past oh five years has been Aritzia, where their breadth is great and the depth is almost guaranteed. The next pair I want is a pair of Seven for All Mankind Dojo jeans. They are great with sneakers and will keep me looking cute on campus. They are about $280 CAD.

Montblanc pen

Ooh la la nothings says "successful writer" like a Montblanc pen. I had one last year but in a bold move I gave it back to the donor because I felt like it was the write thing to do (yup it doesn't have to be an engagement ring to feel awkward keeping a gift). So ever since I had the feeling of using one and just randomly pulling it out of my purse to oh you know sign Visa bills now my lackluster hotel pen (albeit a luxury hotel) still doesn't have the same cache. So yeah now I want another one (or two) to keep my moleskin company in my purse. They are about $300 - $330 and can be found in a jewelry store near you.

Black Nappa Mukluks

 Yes I know I already have white nappa mukluks, but I need the practical black ones so I can trek around the city in them daily (except for the super-slushy days, I have other boots for those days). These ones are about $330 CAD and I still don't know where you can buy this nappa leather pair in Canada but you can for sure email them at Manitobah Mukluks here.


Digital SLR that shoots HD Video

I really want to get a good manual camera that I can shoot wicked pictures with and begin to experiment with so that my blogging pictures can be awesome and not just lackluster. Plus I want a camera so I can practise and sometimes record auditions and some other random stuff I have in store. This Canon EOS Rebel Tli was one of the top-rated gadgets on Gizmodo so that's good enough for me to know it is a great pic. This one sells for $799 CAD at Future Shop here.

Teeny Tiny Netbook

 

 I have been lusting after a netbook for at least a few months now. But after shopping around, looking at countless reviews online, and even being talked out of buying one at Staples by the salesperson, I have come up empty-handed. You see I really want the smallest one possible (preferably 8" and one that I can actually throw in my purse) and one with some battery life. The best one I came up with so far is from the Sony P Series and comes up at a whopping $1000 USD here. A bit much for a netbook I would say but wow look at the size, it's in red, and it's got some power.  Mamma mia, come to mamma ...

Macbook Pro

I need to replace my Macbook circa 2006 that has been on the fritz. This Macbook Pro seems like a good fit. I want to upgrade the Macbook strength but it still will be secondary computer to my iMac (below). Still need a good laptop to take with me on trips and when I need to do larger projects on the go. I like the 13" version. It sell for $1199 CAD here.

iMac 21.5 "

My Macbook circa 2006 is on the fritz and in need of a major overhaul. So is my back from years of hunching over it, and my eye prescription needs an upgrade. So yes I will be making the progression to *gasp* a desktop with a side of Macbook and netbook on the side. I can't quite grasp the idea of the 27" screen yet (remember I am upgrading from a 13" screen) so yes I will be opting for the 21.5" version (which fits nicely in my office armoire). This one is $1599 CAD (1 TB hard drive) on Apple. ca here.

Diamond Stud Earrings

This is another tale of one lost and never replaced. Yes I got a pair for my high school graduation and somewhere along the way I lost one (sorry mom). Then I got them replaced by another donor, but they bought them in a size appropriate for a child of 8 and thus they are lost on my lobe. So I need a hefty pair, since I wear mine almost every day. A classic diamond stud that will last longer than perhaps the stud who bought it (sacre bleu). These are 18 kt white gold (.24) and sold at Birk's for $1250 CAD here.

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