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The Most Expensive Thing I Ever Bought (And Why It Was Worth Every Penny)

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve never been one to splurge on flashy toys or chase the newest tech. So when I realized the most expensive personal item I’ve ever bought was… a grill… even I had to laugh. But that Traeger has earned its keep, one smoked turkey and rack of ribs at a time. Continue reading →

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The Most Expensive Meal I Never Paid For

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

When it comes to spending big on a meal, Daryl and I have a tradition. For birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones, we treat ourselves to high-end local restaurants—places like Madure or Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse. They’re not cheap, but the cuisine, … Continue reading →

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Why Sodastream is starting to suck (updated)

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Douglas Blaine

Note (January 8, 2020): This was published five years ago, and Sodastream has changed a lot since then … kind of. They’ve improved their bottles, come out with a few different cool products and become much more focused on just … Continue reading →

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