Pen Pal

Switching from ballpoint to gel ink is a big deal for some folk. I found the transition quite easy; the higher viscosity level means less smudging, better color, fewer leaks and bolder lines. What's not to love? After experimenting with several different brands I've settled on the Sarasa Zebra Gel Ink Pen, it glides smoothly on paper and since a vice grip seems no longer necessary, the finger callous I developed in grade school has finally disappeared! A perfect gift for both doodlers and serious writers, you'll wonder how you ever got along without it. ($18)