my two main options: computer parts or DVDs.

i've still got a couple more components i want to put into my new computer: specifically a new sound card.

my DVD collection is in some need of expansion, as well. i've got a few more of Miyazaki's films i need to complete my collection. there are a few sci fi shows i've been wanting on DVD as well - especially Farscape, but the first season seems to be out of print, and i can't find the complete first season for less than $200. i could try to get each volume separately, but it doesn't seem like that'd be any cheaper. that's pretty discouraging. Babylon 5 is also on my list, and it's much more affordable. i'm more interested in Farscape because i wasn't ever able to watch it regularly, whereas i watched alomst every episode of B5. then again, i might always get Futurama.

getting some new video games is another option, but i don't know what to get (any recommendations would be welcome - i like strategy and RPG games mostly).

the difficult decision is what to get. what do you all have your sights on?

no worries, those are some good ideas!



*gag* you found my kryptonite -- i used to work at a jamba juice. i hate smoothies and pureed fruit in general SOOOO much we're actually pretty set on appliances: toaster oven, deluxe rice maker, food processor/shreader, blender, ice cream maker, george foreman grill. a waffle maker would be fun



that's a good idea too! i've been peaking my head around for a dremel/drill combo kit - for case modding and as a general "it's a nice thing to have" purchase.

lol, That's great dipiction for power tool safety.

As for a good way to spend them cards, I'll Pm you my addy and take care of them for you   

Well, today I went to Best Buy and got The Orange Box (for xbox360). However, I didn't think to get an xbox live card to renew my subscription, so I won't be able to play Team Fortress 2, but until then there's Half-Life 2 and Portal, both of which are very good games.

Other than that...I haven't really thought of anything. I'll need textbooks for the new quarter (ugh). I haven't ordered TA yet...

Does Stardock accept Best Buy cards?

Dremels are good, but it depends on what you are doing for case modding. For larger cuts, I'd go for a jig myself. Dremel cutting wheels just don't last very long. I've actually had a dremel and jig for several years before I finally bought a drill.

I do swear by my dremel though, I think when I bought mine I got a box of 100+ spare bits and wheels for 20$ more. Good investment, still haven't used all of them yet and its almost 6 years later.

What about office/work/school stuff?

Personnally, I'm buying "work stuff" including some underarmor as the low for the next few days doesn't get past the 20's (F).