Basic Cable

We have basic cable for several reasons, including:
1. If we had better channels, we would watch more TV and we already watch enough TV.
2. If we had more channels, we run the risk of the kids viewing inappropriate material (not that ABC, CBS and NBC don't run their fair share already).

Mr. Rellim REALLY wants to see his Illini play and wishes we had Big Ten Network. So when he wants to see a game he invites himself to a friend's house. That's fine with me. If the game were on here, he would be present in body only.

Anyway, a couple weeks ago he decided to watch the game from a restaurant in town, then came home with the idea that if we spent the money on extended programming, we would actually SAVE money (because he wouldn't have to spend $20 each game on burgers, fries and drinks).

What are your thoughts? Is megamedia necessary? Do you have more than basic cable? If so, will you call Mike before the next game?