the one that got away - how do you handle grief?

I "lost" a bunch of nice, for their time, audio equipment during a ruinous 1st marriage. I was more or less forced to sell some too big for the space audio equipment including an early PS Audio power amp, a pair of JBL l-166 Horizon speakers and a NAD 3020 being used as a preamp. I still occasionally lament their loss, but am eternally grateful to my now wife (21 years) who understands my need for a dedicated listening space and a collection of audio components.

I married the girl I wanted. I'm good.

Not saying this is the case with parkergetdean, but the thrifty audiophile is rarely happy in issues involving a purchase. If they win an auction, they lament that they spent too much. If they lose, they lament they didn't get the item at their perceived value. 

For some audiophiles, not spending money is much more important than advancing the system's sound. The odd thing is that many have high net worth, yet refuse to believe there is better sound if more money is spent. Thus, the notions of "giant killers" and "diminishing returns" persist. 

Several Women—Yes! 
Gear; No.