During the 11 days I was away (got back Saturday) I was thinking about something I wanted. Slowly it dawned on me that I didn't need it; I could work around it. Yes, I'd have to spend a little, but nowhere near what I would have had to spend on my original "want." I can satisfy my "want" for about 1/25th of what I was thinking of spending by a little DIY (which I was going to do anyway). It might perhaps cause me a little confusion at first, but I don't see any insurmountable hassles. I have all of the items I need for this, although one is in for repair at the moment.

No, I'm not going to tell you what it's all about. I'm just saying that I've learned to consider what I have and how that can meet my "wants" even though something else might be newer/bigger/flashier. Sometimes it takes a while to see that, so unless it's an urgent matter (e.g., a new water heater) take the time to think out all the possible angles.