Happy Birthday to me! I am now offically leagal ;-)

I see a new camera in my future... Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30... I kinnda accidently found it before my birthday... woops.

Well my mom said "Well you're getting your birthday and graduation gift together since they(tripod and camera) kinnda go together. " So. Does anyone have any suggestions regarding it or maybe switching it for another? I don't really have any experiences with Panasonic, but from what I saw on the reviews and stats, it seems really nice and that it fits what I'd need.

Anyway, to the shot. Took this early this year. I love the snow, even if shot this a little cynic/depressing.