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Ooh, I can hear the crickets now. Actually, this was very cool. See, Wacom makes tablets for computers, which you can use to draw directly into the computer (instead of drawing, then scanning in). Sure, you can sorta do this same thing with a mouse, but it is so much more difficult. I've actually wanted to buy a tablet for a while, but the cost was prohibitive. This one is small, and wasn't super expensive. I'm still figuring it out, but I'm really hoping, once I get the hang of it, that it will make my future webcomic production a little easier. If it does, I'll look into maybe upgrading down the line.

Present the Second: Spenser - The Movie Collection

I'm a big fan of the Robert Parker Spenser books, and I was a big fan of the Spenser: For Hire TV show (starring Robert Urich) from the 80's. I have little hope that the TV show ever makes it to DVD, but there were four movies made after the show was cancelled, and those are collected in this DVD pack. I've only watched one of the movies so far, and I'll admit that it is a little dated, and the book it is based on is much better than the movie. Nevertheless, for a bit of nostalgia, it wasn't bad. I'm looking forward to watching the other three films, especially since they are based one books that I thought were better than the one used for this first film.

Present the Third: Socks/Underwear

Technically, two things, but generally in the same drawer in the dresser, right? So, can anyone tell me when recieving socks and underwear not only became okay, but actually thrilled me? Seriously, if I was 10, I would've hated openning these, but, now, at 32? Why, I was tickled pink! Actually, I think I know the reason behind this. These are nuisance items - items you need, but never seem to have enough of, and things you would never really make a trip out to get by themselves. You just pick them up when you need other things. As a result, you sometimes (admit it, guys) get to the point where the elastic is shot in both these items, and the holes have begun to appear. And you look on them with irritation, like it is somehow their fault that they've gone as far as they can go. So, getting them as a gift? Why, its like a "get out of shopping free card" for me! Very much appreciated.

Present the Fourth: Scene It? Deluxe Marvel Edition

Pure geek joy with this one. It is the Scene It? DVD Boardgame, based around Marvel Comics and Movies. I didn't even know it existed, but my family found it. And, an even bigger gift - they actually played it with me twice! Actually, the nice thing about the game is that, even for the comic book challenged, the game is playable. In fact, the games were much closer than I thought they would be. I mean, yeah, I won, but it wasn't a complete blow out. My advantage definitely came in the comic book knowledge. My first victory was directly related to knowing that the Mad Titan who had a plan of stellar genocide to impress Death was Thanos. That and the fact that I knew who Omega Red was. And, again, I hear the crickets. Oh, well. Moving on.

Present the Fifth: The Word of Promise New Testament Audio Bible

Okay, this is pretty cool. I had mentioned this in passing months ago, and forgot about it. It is the entire New Testament, in dramatic form, voiced by a bunch of different actors and actresses. Jim Caviezel, who played Jesus in The Passion of the Christ actually voices Jesus on the CD's. Other familiar names include Richard Dreyfuss, Louis Gossett Jr., Terence Stamp (Zod from Superman II, the voice of God in this production), and many, many others. The production values are very good, with subtle background music throughout. I've really enjoyed listening to this so far. Hearing the words read by such a competent cast really pulls you in as you listen. I think this will be a gift I use for a long, long time.

There you have it. The Friday Five. Until next time, I'll type at you later.