So instead of just leaving everyone to their own devices this year, I sat down and thought about it, and decided to provide some serious direction.  Please keep in mind that this list consists merely of suggestions.  Any and all gifts are appreciated, and independent judgment (or cash) is respected.

Also, online only retailers such as

     

do not charge sales tax.

      Microsoft X-Box

 

$199.99

Features!
  • Comes with 2 free games!  Limited time only!
  • Buy.com does not charge sales tax!
  • Free Shipping!
      Halo

$46.99

Free Shipping!

Buy.com does not charge sales tax!

      Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast

$47.99

Free Shipping!

Buy.com does not charge sales tax!

         Madcatz controller

$29.99     

Also available in black, white, red and blue

Seen at local store for $24.99

      DVD Playback Kit

$29.99

Free Shipping!

Buy.com does not charge sales tax!

  X-Box Live Kit

$49.99

Free Shipping!

Buy.com does not charge sales tax!

 


     Trivial Pursuit 20th anniversary edition

$29.96           

 
Cranium

 

$24.99       

 
      Minority Report

$19.99

Free Shipping!

Comes in widescreen!

Buy.com does not charge sales tax!

Best Buy

Pier 1

Cinemark Theaters

World Market

Target

Aveda

Crabtree & Evelyn

Old Navy    Gap     Everywhere else

 

The following items are incredibly impractical for someone living in a dorm room.  However, I plan to move to an apartment next year.

JBL NS35 Floorstanding Speakers

Sony STR-DE985/S Digital Receiver

J. A. Henckel's Professional S 9-pc Knife Set

Stainless Steel Cookware Set

 

 

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