I just bought a remote for my camera precisely because my friends and I don't spend a lot of time taking pictures of each other. Sometime this week I'll spend the evening looking off camera like I'm having spontaneous fun with a bunch of people, when I'm actually alone, posing in my apartment, taking picture after picture trying to get my posture and facial expression just right.

Strangely enough, this strikes me as hilarious instead of depressing, and I'm actually looking forward to the challenge. I'm also looking forward to the laughter and teasing when I show off the results to my friends.