I think what we have to realize is that different people value different things. Some people would never spend what we do for sewing machines and other sewing/quilting supplies whereas others make great sacrifices for what they want. Many of us would not spend that much on fabric because our circumstances will not allow, but we might if we valued it greatly and our circumstances did allow. It is all relative and very individual. My intention is to allow without being judgemental...hmmm...hope I can accomplish that.