My current writing instrument of choiceis the 0.9mm yellow barrel Pentel Sharp P209G Don't settle for the 0.5mm or 0.7mm, go with the yellow barreled 0.9mm.
For my 2007 calander I'm using the Franklin-Covey Classic size Simplicity Weekly Planning Pages, mainly because I like a weekly calendar that has equal space for all 7 days of the week. I don't need a lot of space, either, because it only goes on the calendar if it must be done ON a specific day or time!
Coffee from a paper cup with a peel back lid or from a ceramic mug with straight sides and a glossy glaze. Coffee just doesn't taste right from styrofoam, travel cups with plastic tops, or pucker lids.