I'm all types of clingy lately, huh? (: I just have two things this time (but who knows when Ill be back for more).

As much as I love my Nikon, and it's done me well the last five years -- the constant issues I'm getting now are just too annoying. So, I am in the market for a new DSLR. I do have quite a few photographer friends on my list and was wondering if there was something out there people highly recommended (then I can compare).

Also, something that doesn't cost two arms and a leg ... if possible (:

And my second 'favor' is to ask for 'words' from folks. I'm filling in my calendars so that I have a 'theme' each day and an idea in my head for the Project 365. I have noticed that having something already in mind helps me be thinking about it all day and actually get it done, so hopefully this time I can actually see it through.

I have about a month and a half of words and this is what I have so far. ALL help would be appreciated ... I mean it!! As I get words, I'll fill them into February and if I get more than enough I'll start March. HUGE thanks in advance! 

Week of the 15th and 22nd are 'theme' weeks. The 15th is "Favorites" week and the 22nd is "Home" week.

I am also trying to plan at least one trip a month, so that may change on the calendar depending on weather, etc -- so on the 28th I'm hoping to visit Bushnell Park, which I've never been to and is right in Downtown Connecticut. I want there to be snow on the ground though, so if there isn't that may get pushed back (or forward if we get snow earlier).