I have to say, this was an accurate and non-offensive assent of my spending habits.

Of course, that was just what they felt comfortable sharing, I know I’ve made purchases through Amazon they could have called me out on.

F=MA

For the dry food, no, she cleans that pretty good all by herself. I clean the water bowl because she loves to grow things in it.

Lived in and around Chicago most of my life, and this is also my answer.

Having a winter hobby to look forward to takes the edge of the cold weather for me.

You mentioned the lake, but another benefit often overlooked is access to one of the largest bodies of fresh water on the planet.