Through the miracle of technology and a few algorithms here and there, my iPod made it from Shanghai in 5 days in all. 3 business days to be exact.
And with my own engraving on it to boot.
The nice folks at Apple Canada also managed to get me my iPod accessories at the same time. This includes my Airport Express which allows me to send music to my stereo wirelessly (though I can also now plug my iPod in directly, using the Monster-brand optical in cables.
Yum.