i'm getting a nikon D80!

I'm sooooo excited! I'm finally going to buy my Nikon D80! For the longest time, I've wanted a digital SLR though it isn't a pressing issue. My good friend, Tracy, inspired me to own one after allowing me to snap some photos last weekend at the park. I love the 'lively' look in the photos... it is much faster and nicer than pictures taken from my pocket digital camera. I like my Canon IXUS too but I feel that it's about time I pursue my interest and passion in photography... no, I'm not going pro - I'm just a dabbler, a leisure photographer... it's a new hobby!