as if my Canon Rebel XT (350D for non-americanos) weren't enough, i made a purchase in Kuala Lumpur that i'm not sure if i can afford... but i'm not sure if i can't afford it, if you know what i mean.

i admit, despite my checkered past (14 misdemeanors, 3 felonies and one unfortunate incident involving 3rd period gym, a pickle and being alone in the locker room), i've been given, no, i've earned the opportunity to travel the world. i should photograph with the best equipment possible, no?

my first year i shot with what i now realize was one of the worst digital cameras known to man, a point and shoot Fujifilm silly-cam. my next upgrade was better but not quite up to snuff although it did incorporate a 10x optical zoom which launched me into the world of privacy violating photography. the 350D was my first foray into the SLR realm and now i'm hooked on high quality images. i've seen what's capable with the proper equipment so i plan to capture the rest of my travels with one of the best pieces of full-frame cameras available to non-professional mortals.

behold, the latest contribution to my poverty and one of the many reasons i'll be required to work well past mandatory retirement age:

this is my last frivolous purchase. the next time i spend money must be something i absolutely need. i've narrowed my choices down to penile-girth implant... or a 50mm f1.4 Canon lens. again, i plead to all sugar-mommies out there... give a brotha' a helping hand!