Cute, Stitchawl. I guess you will be happy when your wife returns.
I have a few oldies still going strong.
A componet system with:
receiver - 1973
LP and 45 stereo player, diamond needle - 1973
6 cd player - 1984
dual cassette player - 1978
VHS player/recorder - 1984
washer, used - 1994
dryer, new - 2001
coffee maker - 1978
small TV - 1993
Now, weed wackers are another story. I seem to kill those every year. I just don't understand why they keep dying or burn up.