#8 - Democracy

Today is the Presidential primaries in Indiana, so what better time to remind myself that yes, I like democracy. I'm not entirely sold on the idea that it ought to be enforced around the globe, but I like the fact that tomorrow I can go to the polls and have my opinion heard on which silly person gets to be leader of the free world for the next four years.

#7 - Coffeetable Books

Every time I go to Borders, I see some amazing book full of train-car graffiti or Alex Ross paintings, and I want to share it with my friends. I know, I'll put it on my coffee table so my friends can see it when they come over! But then I remember I don't have a coffee table. And my friends almost never come to apartment.

#6 - CNET's Buzz Out Loud Podcast

I don't listen to very many podcasts, but I catch this one almost every weekday. This is bar none the best way to get your daily fix of technology news. The hosts are congenial and engaging, the news is concise and relevant, and the editorial commentary is enlightening.