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Interests Through the Years

December 6, 2014 by The Chad

It’s that time of year when people ask what I’d like for Christmas, so I’ve started the annual list. It helps to reference past year’s lists because I just can’t think of much, so I’ve been looking through those and getting a good laugh.

It turns out my yearly Christmas lists provide a pretty good insight into what I was interested in that year. And if you know me, you know my interests come and go quickly. It’s also a fun look back at the technology of yesteryear.

Here’s a fun visit into Chad’s psyche via Christmas lists:

2009

  • Mark Ecko t-shirts – Yes, these were in at the time! I actually used the word “cool” in my description so purchasers would know what to look for. :)
  • iPhone 3Gs – Nope, I didn’t get it. :(
  • A book light – Clearly this was before I started reading predominantly on the iPad.
  • Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Camera Lens – Before I mostly lost interest in photography.
  • Keychain flash drive – How quaint! Remember those? :)

2010

  • Vegetarian/Vegan cookbooks – Ah yes, this was the year I became semi-vegetarian. That actually lasted an entire year – not bad!
  • Xbox Kinect – Got it, used it once or twice. Great potential, but Microsoft dropped the ball on game support.
  • Wireless network adapters for Xbox 360 and PS3 – Can you believe they used to sell video game systems without wi-fi built-in?

2011

  • Lots of books – Apparently I was on a reading binge.
  • Mac and iOS programming books – Yep, I actually got a good ways through those but never built anything of my own with the knowledge.
  • Chiropractic sessions – I guess this was when my back really started bugging me.
  • Nose hair trimmer – Tee hee!

2012

  • Clothing and clothing gift cards – This must have been when I finally became sartorially inclined.
  • Books on philosophy – I’d been listening to philosophy courses on iTunes U and wanted to continue my studies. I don’t think I actually read any of the books I received. :(
  • Small household items – That’s right, we got a new house that year!

2013

  • Investing and Finance books – That’s when I decided to become a millionaire. I kinda lost interest in that too. ;)
  • Clothing and clothing gift cards – Wow, this interest lasted over multiple Christmases!

So what am I into in 2014?

  • Clothing and clothing gift cards – Yup, I think this is a permanent addition. One can always use new clothing, and for some reason this is a “responsible” thing to ask for that people don’t mind buying.
  • Beyond that, I don’t know. I’m pretty happy with what I have. Still, I’ll try and come up with something. After all, that’s what Christmas is all about! ;)

 

 

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