I think it's neat that you go bargain bin shopping and save tons of cash. I enjoy saving money when I shop too, although I do considerably less shopping AND saving money than you do. =P

I'm sorry about your dishwasher. Mine has been acting up and it IS new. *grumble* I don't WANT to rinse the dishes off before I load it! *grumble, grumble*

Merry Christmas. =)