9:54 AM
I admit it--on more expensive pieces of electronics I play the sucker and buy Best Buy's Product Replacement Plan. It's saved me a couple times when equipment has mysteriously broken down.

Like today, when my DVD player suddenly began treating DVDs, CDs, and peanut butter sandwiches the same--nothing happens when I close the tray. I monkeyed around with it for a half hour or so, then went digging through my "Warranties and Receipts" box (I'm not hyper-organized, but at least I have my jumbled messes labelled.) Found the receipts and replacement things for my receiver, my PS1, my speakers...but not my DVD player. I found the receipt, but discovered that I had apparently been stupid and not purchased a plan. Damn it.

That's all I need--another expense. But having shitty reception and no cable, I really don't have much of a choice but to at least go price out a new player. Knowing me, I'll probably just buy one anyway. I really need better impulse control...