"dsi1" > wrote in message
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> On 8/9/2013 9:19 AM, Gary wrote:
>> jmcquown wrote:
>>>
>>> Not everyone has the option of gas or propane. Electric is the only way
>>> I can cook, unless I use my grill (which is not propane).
>>
>> And that's exactly why you should sell that place and move. You like
>> to cook and evidently do a good job of it. Find yourself a place with
>> a good gas stove and formica countertops that can withstand constant
>> use and abuse.
>>
>> G.
>>
>
> Nobody buys a house because it has a gas appliance, at least, I wouldn't.
> I grew up using gas and I can take it or leave it. OTOH, a gas line into
> our house was a big deal back in the early 60s. I remember there was
> literature from the gas company telling my parents how great the all-gas
> home was. My main beef with gas is that in the tropics, it can be very
> uncomfortable. We have 70 percent relative humidity and that thing puts
> out heat and water vapor.

I guess you don't watch those home buying shows. They sure do buy or not
buy based on the stove!