[JimmyH155]

I bought my first scope – an 8” SCT - on a $5000 loan. It took me 3 years to pay it off – but if I had waited that long I might have gone off astro or put it into a newer car (I drive a 20 year old Volvo).
The pleasures I have got out of that scope (and still do) is immense and far surpasses the interest charges. – Sorry folks – I’m hopeless with money – I’ve got a tree lopper coming round tomorrow to remove a palm and a gum, so I can see more than just due south over Brisbane. Guess where the $800 is coming from??? (yes 800) the tin under my bed. Should I cancel him and instead of observing and imaging and enjoying my hobby, I can sit down each night and count the notes saved over and over again. That would be fun.
Why should we differentiate between a hobby (deemed non essential) or a car (essential? Bentley? 4WD? Datsun 120Y??) Its all to do with wants and needs and priorities and who cares anyway?? If you want it badly enough then borrow!!!