How many hours are you getting out of it? X$ might seem large to begin with but compare it to any one time fun cost like cinema and I'll bet you're well ahead
There is a scam where they use your address and a different name to deliver very small items and then send a huge expensive thing once the address is 'validated'
I've no idea how they can show some of the places I've seen over the years with a straight face. The new minimum standards look great on paper but do Jack without active enforcement and much bigger fines.
Totally agree about the middle not existing. We've ended up with something with the right number of rooms but a bit smaller than wanted, and a massive need to remove grey. But as an ex-rental it's in way better shape than most.
Broadly my feeling. It's used too often, especially the more wordy versions. Actual Ceremonial occasions like Graduation, absolutely. Every class just makes it into meaningless jibber. I could support plaques along the lines of public halls often having a Monarch portrait on display.
(Edit to add: I've probably the relevant genetics but not the cultural raising. Make of that what you wish)
Rock on 🤘