Our last big purchase was the wife's Christmas present. I figured I'd probably get laid off soon so I'd better get her what she's always wanted before we don't have the money to buy it anymore.

Since that purchase, we've cut way back on everything. Hardly any more eating out. I wanted an external amp for my digital piano today, but instead of buying one, I made do with a 70's vintage Kenwood amp (close to top of the line back in those days) and some bookshelf speakers.

I haven't bought any survival/preparedness gear for several months now, and don't really plan to any time soon. I have much more survival gear than the average person. Note: that is not the same as "the average person ON THESE FORUMS"! I'm still way behind most of you that hang out around here.