I've been ranting and raving about the new netbooks and I figured that I would ask for one for Christmas. I never thought of asking for it for my birthday because i think that is too pricey a birthday gift. However, my oldest son just called and told me he was getting me one. I told him no because it costs too much and he said, "I got a bonus at work and I want to get it for you, so be quiet." I thanked him profusely and reinterated it was not necessary but he insisted....Wow, I am so excited!