Christmas 2012

[Viin]

Asking for or giving anything cool? Post it here! We all need ideas.

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I got a micro RC helicopter for my birthday a couple of weeks ago:  http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/msr-x-rtf-BLH3200
(beginner version: http://www.horizonhobby.com/products/blade-mcx2-rtf-EFLH2400)

I asked for Rocksmith and a new down coat.

What to get the wife? No idea.

Need something for a friend/co-worker/3rd-cousin? Some interesting stuff here: http://www.uncommongoods.com/

[Paelos]

I'm getting these for my dad:

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/p/toys-games-golo-golf-dice-game/15928873?ean=653609510007
http://www.zobmondo.com/products/golong

[Draegan]

TOO SOON!
Christmas season shouldn't start until at least after Thanksgiving in the US.

[Engels]

Bluetooth shower speakers for my iphones.

http://www.amazon.com/Hipe-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Handsfree-speakerphone/dp/B005Z3GINK

[Viin]

TOO SOON!
Christmas season shouldn't start until at least after Thanksgiving in the US.

How will we know what to buy on Black Friday if we don't talk about it now?!?

Thinking about getting one of these for someone:
ZOMM Wireless Leash, Bluetooth Speakerphone, and Personal Safety Device

[Engels]

Cool concept, but an always-on Bluetooth device may be murder on your battery life. May wanna check reviews.

[ghost]

I'm personally looking for any kind of Le Creuset pots and pans for cooking. 

[Sky]

I asked for Rocksmith

Right on, me too. Only thing I'm asking for, really. But I was nagged to make a list anyway.

Cowboy Songs (Guitar​ Chord Songboo​ks) by Hal Leonard Corp.   
THREE CHORD SONGS: GUITAR CHORD SONGBOO​K (Guitar​ Chord Songboo​ks) by Hal Leonard Corp.   
Backpac​kers Songboo​k by Hal Leonard Corp.
Classic​ Rock: Drum Play-Al​ong Volume 2 by Hal Leonard Corp.
Funk: Drum Play-Al​ong Volume 5 (Hal Leonard​ Drum Play-Al​ong) by Hal Leonard Corp.
Introdu​ction to Gypsy Jazz Guitar:​ John Jorgens​on (Book/C​D/DVD Set) by John Jorgenson
Ultimat​e Bass Play-Al​ong Rush: Authent​ic Bass TAB (Book & ​CD) by Rush
Descent​: Journey​s in The Dark Second Edition​ Board Game by Fantasy Flight Games
Country​ (Guitar​ Chord Songboo​k) by Hal Leonard Corp.

Mostly stuff for campfire jams with the neighbors. I have a buddy who plays a ton of Rush on the drums, so I wouldn't mind practicing it up on the bass a bit (he nags me every time I see him). And now that my basement is waterproofed, a few tracks to play drums with. I should probably ask for a decent low end ribbon mic or something.

I already bought myself about a thousand minis for xmas.

[Sky]

I'm personally looking for any kind of Le Creuset pots and pans for cooking. 

I have the cheapo La Tramontina or whatever that VDL was saying were garbage. Had them for years and they're still awesome. But with your budget, yeah, get the real deal :) Actually I'm well-stocked for cast iron and porcelain-coated iron pots and pans, I need to fill out my regular pots and pans now that I have a real stove.

[Viin]

I'm personally looking for any kind of Le Creuset pots and pans for cooking. 

Crate and Barrel has some nice not-as-expensive cast iron pans like this one:
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/mario-batali-red-skillet/f44358

Perfect for making one or two eggs in the morning.

[Hawkbit]

I'm personally looking for any kind of Le Creuset pots and pans for cooking. 

My wife had a few pieces before we were married, and they're as awesome now as they were when we met fifteen years ago.  Take care of them, they'll take care of you.

[Ginaz]

Mostly stuff for campfire jams with the neighbors. I have a buddy who plays a ton of Rush on the drums,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BT0n5807TA
 

[Bunk]

Going to get a new tv, finally. Will pile up donations and head to the Boxing Week sales (Canada's Black Friday). No idea what I actually want.

Sadly, at this point, the thing I'm most concerned with is having three HDMI inputs.

[Rasix]

I just have no idea what I want at all.  My family is going to hate me or just buy me a bunch of clothes I don't want or need ("A heavy sweater! Great, I'll wear this twice."). As usual, my son's haul will make my childhood look like I was a tiny Tim (not the guy with the ukelele).

I imagine I'll be spending Christmas watching my nephews play their Wii U or new-handheld-whatever, while my son gets frustrated that his cousins won't play with him.  Food will be good though.  Better not be ham. 

[Shannow]

I have one of those (a son who gets way too much)...I'm wondering what the heck to buy him this year. I think I've finally convinced my wife to stop buying him a bunch of presents he will never use but things he WILL actually use is actually a fairly short list. At this stage think Ill take the money we usually spend and buy him a HD TV for his xbox....any other suggestions for a 12 year old (who has all the consoles, phones, games etc that he needs)

[Signe]

Ham!

[Viin]

Sounds like a spoiled brat. 

How about a trip to some place during Spring Break and a couple of gadgets to support the trip? (Surfing in Hawaii?)

[Segoris]

any other suggestions for a 12 year old (who has all the consoles, phones, games etc that he needs)

The HD TV is as good idea. Let's face it, would you want to play on a non HDTV at this point if you were him? Besides that, this is the only thing which comes to mind

[Strazos]

Pretty sure I'm not getting much of anything...you know, being in Africa and all. 

[Viin]

AIDS? Nvrmnd.

[Evildrider]

Pretty sure I'm not getting much of anything...you know, being in Africa and all. 

At least you have a ready supply of warthog anus.

[Sjofn]

I asked for a painted figure of one of my D&D characters, because I am a massive dork. Dunno if I'll actually get it, though! 

It is way too early for this thread, though, don't you people know it isn't time for thinking about Christmas until after my birthday?




(And no, I don't care if that only leaves just under two weeks until Christmas!)

[Llyse]

Pretty sure I'm not getting much of anything...you know, being in Africa and all. 

Christmas in South Korea is couples time... 

[Sky]

I asked for a painted figure of one of my D&D characters, because I am a massive dork. Dunno if I'll actually get it, though! 

Is it an Anhurian Swordsman or an Ogre? Because if so, you're in luck!

 

I should have a monk and a wizardess done by xmas, too!

[Sjofn]

It's just a goofy bard. :P

[Sky]

Oh. I wouldn't worry too much, then. When he dies, what will you roll? 

[Bunk]

Twenty more bards is the correct answer. Hide behind the bodies.

[Thrawn]

Apparently we have people camping outside of the local Best Buy already for Friday (it's Wednesday morning about 8am).  I hate this season.

[cmlancas]

Apparently we have people camping outside of the local Best Buy already for Friday (it's Wednesday morning about 8am).  I hate this season.

This started in my area on MOTHERFUCKING MONDAY.  What the shit, people.

Also, Rocksmith for my dad and a combination of RPGs for my mom.  Not sure about which yet though.  I always find Christmas interesting because of the role reversal I have with my parents.  I used to get them clothes as a kid and they used to get me video games.  Now it's the other way around .

I'm at a loss for what to get the girlfriend.  I got her an iPad 2 last year so the bar is set a little high.

[Signe]

Your parents are so cool.  Give the girlfriend ham. 

[Paelos]

Your parents are so cool.  Give the girlfriend ham. 

Yep, give your girlfriend one of these: Nothing says I love you like Salami

[cmlancas]

If I bought it, I'd have to hide it.

 

[Draegan]

I am going to buy my wife a laptop (web browsing, email, office, and she's anti-tablet) and I have to start hunting for deals.  Anyone have any tips?

[Merusk]

If I bought it, I'd have to hide it.

 

  

Well played, madam.

[Bunk]

I am going to buy my wife a laptop (web browsing, email, office, and she's anti-tablet) and I have to start hunting for deals.  Anyone have any tips?

An ASUS Transformer, make her head assplode.