For things I don't have much emotional or cerebral investment in, I don't pay much attention to anything beyond the price or costs. That includes most of the flotsam and jetsam that comes in my front door and exits out the trash can. For commodities that makes me a cost conscious buyer. Price matters.
For things I have an emotional or cerebral investment in, like my hobby items and other purchases that affect lifestyle, I am a value buyer. That means I'm looking for the best value that matches my internal view of what's satisfying. Cost or price is secondary or not a concern at all within certain ranges. I forget the price pretty quickly. But I remember and savor the value, or the reason I bought the thing, for as long as I have it.
To sum it up: for things I care about I'm looking at the value (to me) of the item. Price only comes in if its out of line or somehow it fouls up the universe by pissing off my wife. I understand what both Irvrobinson and BSA are saying in their viewpoints/opinions. Given what an item is, I can go either way.
Why let dollar signs rule your life when it comes to enjoyment? On the other hand, why waste what dollars you have if you don't need to? Value, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. And your Mastercard balance.
