just one reason i love you

one thing i love about iPod (besides the fact that it fits in your pocket, can hold your entire music library, and is simply beautiful) is that it can go shopping with you, and you can feel more comfortable than you ever have felt shopping before you had iPod. you don't think so much about agoraphobia; you smile more at people because you feel relaxed and happy, listening to your favorite tunes. at least, i do.

i always hated being at the mall, or in a crowded store. but this morning i woke up at 6:30am (why? why? why? i didn't even go to sleep until 3a!) and when i had failed to fall back to sleep by 8:30, i decided to venture out into the world and return the christmas gifts that just didn't suit me. i stayed out until almost 2p - taking my time, browsing, walking, singing to myself (not out loud). i didn't mind picking out clothes, i didn't get frustrated with trying them on... i even bought a few things (no shoes though, which is unfortunate because i do need shoes). you might think this is completely ridiculous, but if you had ever been shopping with me, you would know it is almost miraculous that i had such a delightful time. and i have iPod to thank. i just knew there was a reason i needed one. now we know.