Things I like and will continue to stick with

By Big Lou

#5. My Nalgene water bottle

No. of years in my possession: 8

Do you know how many water bottles this thing has kept out of the landfill? Well, I don't either, but I promise you, it's a bunch.

#4 Maddie, The Amazing Barking Dog

No. of years in my possession: 11 1/2

A pain in the behind at times, and occasional dribbling on the floor in her declining years, but it's 'till death us do part

#3 My Etienne Aigner Luggage

No. of years in my possession: 13

So easy to spot on the baggage carousel. Still some good years ahead, I think. Probably shouldn't have them up on the bed, though (bed bugs!)

#2 - Bob

No. of years in my possession: almost 31

No dribbling on the floor yet; shows only slight signs of wear. Still low-maintenance and reasonably efficient.

#1 - The Toaster

No. of years in my possession: 47

Still toasting one perfect slice after another!