I love using crock pots to cook meals and they are convenient for taking with us to our family and friends for the occasional get togethers.
I recently received the 7-Quart Programmable Cook & Carry Slow Cooker with Little Dipper, and I love it!  
The locking lid feature is WONDERFUL and will make traveling with my crock pot so much less stressful!  I love the Little Dipper too. 
Soon the weather will be getting cooler and we will be making chili.  My son likes chili but prefers it without tomatoes.  With the Little Dipper I can scoop out some chili without tomatoes; and keep it warm.  
Easy to clean, easy to use, and cooks food perfectly.  Definitely recommend.