Ok... Story, kinda. Kristofer is really into culinary arts. He loves to cook, when he has the time (which isn't very often), and he is a great cook!! So while he was taking his classes, he always said. "I want to get a scale." I would ask him why and he never gave me a straight answer. So I kept telling him ok get one. If any of you know Kristofer he cannot just "get" something. He has to research, read reviews, and has to find a deal. So, we never got one (while he was taking his classes). Several months later after research, reviews read, and a deal offered he bought one (by offer I mean free). When it came my thought was when are we ever going to use this? Well, we have had it a week and I have used it, today! Second part of the story. When we buy beef it is always in a large quantity and I never know how to break it up. Most recipes I use call for 1 lb of beef. So, I reach in the freezer and use whatever bag has beef in it (not knowing how much it really is). Today, bought beef and separated it all into 1 lb bags!! :) I know you all thing I am crazy and are probably thinking it is not that big of a deal. Well, I get joy in the simple things in life. I can know properly seperate my meat and use correct amounts for my cooking. :) Life is great!