Hi all - I'm sorry I haven't been posting much lately ---- work has consumed me once again. Its only going to be worse as Christmas gets closer. As per my usual, I KNOW how swamped I'll be as Christmas nears, so I get my shopping done BEFORE thanksgiving. I wrap them right away too, because otherwise they WON'T get wrapped!

Anyway, my daughters each only want one thing this Christmas. The youngest wants an ipod. The type she wants is $250 (and it MUST be blue). I'd LIKE to find it cheaper.... anyone know of an online spot where I can get a great price on the ipod, and I can trust their products?

My oldest daughter wants a digital camera. I have NO CLUE what one to get her. Once again, we expect to pay around $250, but once again I want the best price possible. To make sure I got the best camera for her needs, I asked what she plans on photographing. She wants it to take pics of her friends dong general stuff in school and at home, etc. She also wants it for their sports. Mostly swimming. My camera was TERRIBLE for swimming. The lighting isn't the best in indoor pools and my zoom was too short. ANY ideas which camera would be best for her? Then omnce we know WHICH camera, WHERE can I buy it for the best price?

Thanks for any ideas!