You know what?

- Mona Lisa Smile is not the weapon of mass destruction that critics would lead you to believe. In fact, I found the film rather enjoyable.

- The Last Samurai is one of the finest films of the year, if not all time. Ditto In America and The Station Agent.

- Gwyneth Paltrow was robbed of a Golden Globe nomination for her work in Sylvia.

- I spent entirely too much money on Christmas gifts...for other people!

- I worry about whether or not I will finish reading Cold Mountain before I see the movie.

- The new skin care products I bought from MD Forte are working magnificently.

- The Simple Life is a comic masterpiece of television.

- Watching American Idol in January will make me extremely jealous of those lucky enough to be chosen.

- My girl got me a wonderful book on Los Angeles for Christmas and is supportive of my decision to move.

- I wonder what a long-distance relationship is like.

- I got her a couple of CDs to replace the ones she lost a few months ago.

- Blue is my favorite Christmas color.

- While Christmas shopping, the only thing I bought for myself was a colorful tie from Express Men.

- Mmmm I can't wait to have sausage and egg casserole and pumpkin and strawberry breads for breakfast.

- I'll be in Tulsa tomorrow.

- My girl's birthday is December 25.

- My birthday is June 13.

- Geminis are known to have multiple personalities.

- This is starting to read like an episode of Pop-Up Video without the video.

- I hope you all enjoy the Christmas season. Yes, even you.