Ms Underwood's charming The Sound of Music got me thinking about a few of my favorite things. So, for those looking for last minute gifts or for something cool to try out or read or watch, here are my favorite books, movies, apps, products, etc. that I discovered in 2013.
1. Moleskine journals. I had moved my journal writing and day planning to the digital realm but reversed that this year. I find spiritual serenity in the excellent craftsmanship of these journals and have rediscovered the joy of cursive handwriting, something I hadn't used in years. Yes, you read that correctly.
2. Pacific Rim. As my brother said via Facebook, not the best movie of the year, just the most fun. So awesome.
3. Keynote for iPad. No more laptop for me. iPad only. This has been an enjoyable transition. I especially enjoy making presentations in Keynote. There was a learning curve, but not that steep. And it is so much easier than PowerPoint. It's actually fun to use. I find myself thinking up excuses to make another presentation.
4. Clear for iPhone. Must. Swipe. Red. Items. Task list app keeps me on task.
5. The end of Despicable Me 2. Best movie ending ever. I swear.
6. The Paleo Manifesto. Few books relocate my world view as dramatically as this. In addition to scriptures, I have three books I read regularly and try to put into practice: 7 Habits, Standing for Something, and Magic 1-2-3 (you know, for parenting). This book, for now, is similarly situated as my personal bible of what to eat and how to exercise. Though I did just have a bowl of Cap'n Crunch.
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