I like the idea of my iPod having a little home of its own.  Today's deal of the day reminds me of the plush bed I bought for my dog, except it plays MP3s and doesn't smell awful.  Still, it's nice to be able to tuck my iPod in at night, content in the knowledge that's it's recharging while I sleep, relaxing me with its digital lullabies.  It makes my iPod seem almost like a pet.

You’d think I’d be a little uncomfortable with that notion.  After all, iPods are unfeeling machines who can’t show affection the way a dog or kitty could, and when they die, you can’t get a new one free at the pound.  I guess people are already treating their MP3 players like pets, though, what with buying them new clothes and ringtones and playing with them all the time to the detriment of their human relationships.  I’m sure Steve Jobs is working on a furry model as we speak.