Day 14 - Time to Unload?

I was in the basement today doing laundry and looking for a roll of paper towels (hubby likes to buy in bulk so the packs of paper goods are kept on a shelf in our basement, but that subject that could easily be another post) when I glanced down and saw some pretty pricey kitchen appliance type gadgets that have never been used. I am sure that they are on others' shelves of the lonely abandoned gadgets as well. Here are 6, both pricey and not that I own but could easily live without.

1.  Espresso machine - this is heavy as hell, has lots of parts, and an in-depth manual, never came out of the box, and yes it was a very thoughtful gift.
2. An electric wine bottle cooler - another very nice gift, but if you know me, I am not opposed to throwing in an ice cube or 2 to make my wine cool.
3. Kitchen-Aid counter mixer - This one I got myself, I was sucked into the "I really, really need this mode" by watching the Food Network. I use a really good lightweight hand mixer, the other one resides in the hall closet.
4. Melon Baller - not so pricey, and I thought it would let me create all sorts of fancy fruit desserts - should have known better than to get this as I do not make fancy fruity desserts.
5. Egg Slicer - this is a stainless steel gadget that guarantees the perfectly sliced hard boiled eggs. I think this was a "I need to buy something" purchase when I went to a housewares party.
6.  A giant stainless steel pepper mill which sits prominently on my counter and has not been used to grind anything for at least 2 years.

I know I should get rid of all of these things if they are not being used, but I always have that nagging feeling that the minute I unload these, I will need them, but I'm probably safe in getting rid of the Espresso machine as I have never pined for espresso in this lifetime.

January 14, 2012:  Content after eating a roasted turkey dinner.