Make sure when you get a surround system, you get one that has full HDM!. I can't believe how much I was missing by not having a true Hi def system, and I thought it sounded good before! As much as I have always been AGAINST Sony, I have to admit that lately, I'm slowly turning into a Sony fan. You can get a very nice surround system, complete with speakers, for between $500 and $600. Depending on your room size and shape will decide on whether you need a 5.1 or 7.1 system.
As for me, I got my Gentle Giant PGM gift, the shirtless Darth Maul mini-bust. He's pretty impressive, one of the nicest (as far as detail, paint apps, materials, sculpt, etc) that they've released all year. I have such a pile of items that need reviewing, and hopefully I'll be buying my new camera next weekend, so I can start then!