by POPSUGAR Tech 2

Eeeeeee! It's almost 2009! Whether or not you have done all you wanted to in 2008 (at the very least, do try to make your voice heard on some Best of 2008 polls), the end of the year is nigh — and Google wants to help you get there with Google Countdown.

Follow along with Google and you'll be rewarded one useful tip per day (such as iGoogle holiday themes and baking measurements). Me, I just like seeing the days, hours, and minutes count down before my eyes. . . like sands through the hourglass.