I don't smoke, drink, or have any other expensive habits, so when I want a new piece of gear ... WHY the hell not?
I'd like to have the money that many of my clients spend every week on booze, and tips. 
I hear you  back in ‘84 when I was youngster I stopped spending on booze, quit the nightclub/bar scene.  During my first year I saved enough money to buy my first house.  
I’m with you when I need a new piece of gear I get it.  Life’s too short. 
Back to the original topic, Good Luck JIll with your new iPad, I wouldn’t be without mine.