signs you might be a geek

I occurred to me today, as I forward a petition to add a “bike there” feature to google maps to my friends, that I might be something of a geek. I never really thought of myself as one, because I’m not all about the latest gadgets (no ipod for me!). But, there are certain things that will get my heart racing and my blood pumping… and it’s not a new pair of shoes. Just a few of those things:

1. Geocaching. This is my latest obsession. Never mind that I don’t yet own a GPS device, I’ve already mapped out all the local places that I’ll hit up as soon as I do. And, I just learned that my friend has a rather nice unit, so I might just show up at her door one Saturday morning and drag her out. For those who don’t know, geocaching is the 21st century’s version of a treasure hunt.

2. Google features. I await breathlessly for the latest Google application. Even better is a new feature on existing Google applications. Bliss. I really wished their April Fool’s Day 2008 gmail feature had been real. Currently, I have about 8 Google calendars keeping track of my life.

3. Special effects. I love good movies, especially those with twisty plots and in-depth characters. But even more, I love a big, blow-em-up action movie on the largest screen in the city on opening night. Bonus if it’s got CGI and a sci-fi storyline. I have seen the worst movies known to man.

4. Technobabble. I love geeky words. I especially love using them in everday speak, particularly when they make no sense.

This list could really go on, but I might have to stop here for now.