What type of coffee maker did you buy? 
Mr. Coffee... I remember buying my last Mr. C for something like $25. This one cost nearly $40!
Its hard to believe Mr. Coffee has been around since the 1970's. I think everyone has owned at least one
I've owned several. I think my first was under $20, and for years their prices were stable. Not anymore.
Coffee makers are a lot fancier than they used to be, though, and that ups the price tag for sure. I think I'd be willing to pay a little bit more for a coffee maker that lets me adjust my temperature and how strong the coffee is. 
Oh, me too. But this one does neither. It has a automatic brew function and on-and-off. That's it!
What kind of coffee do you use? I've heard that Death Wish is supposed to be very good but the name is a little scary. 
It sounds scary! I usually get beans at Whole Foods--their Breakfast Blend--and grind them at home.
I've heard that some people find coffee grinding very therapeutic, which is never a bad thing. Also that it makes the smell of the coffee stronger. Have you noticed that?
Smell stronger and taste fresher.