Name the most expensive personal item you’ve ever purchased (not your home or car).

Bud and I went to a music store to pick up guitar strings one day. He looked longingly at the Martin Guitars on display as he always did. I asked which he’d choose if price didn’t matter. He said he’d always wanted the Martin HD28. I summoned the sales person and bought it on the spot. Bud was stunned. I turned out to be a joyous choice. He got serious about learning and has become quite good. It’s brought us both many hours of enjoyment. I’m glad I bought it. I

t’s harder to be happy about the banjo he bought himself.