@Daelusca: I make a decent living but $500 is a lot to spend (on something you don't need) after considering, mortgage, bills and other things.
I don't know your financial or a living situation but just cause you can afford to spend the money doesn't mean you should, some people might want to invest or donate it. If someone doesn't want to buy an Xbox it doesn't automatically mean they can't afford it.
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