I have the DirecTV Total Choice Plus package. Over 185 digital channels, including all my local stations.

Last week, I picked up a high definition off air tuner, which gives me access to about six hi-def channels, five of which were already available in standard def on the satellite.

The hi-def programs are so much more compelling than even the digital DirecTV offerings that I find myself watching less interesting programming simply to witness the marvel of high definition.

I am a child with a shiny new toy.