I am a born-again foodie and have wanted a Vitamix in my kitchen for well over 10 years. This Christmas, my dear husband said he would buy, but then handed off to me because he wanted me to pick model and type. I purchased a refurbished 5200 and could NOT be happier with it. In the first week, I made hummus, countless smoothies for my 'tween, hot broccoli chicken soup, whipped cream and hot chocolate (AER container), pizza dough, pancakes, and bread (dry grains container).  I love that I can grind whole oat groats and wheat berries into fresh pancakes for my family. I adore this machine and I use it more than once every day. It is, as they say, a game-changer. I have named her Gidget (because she's an amazing gadget) and I plan to love her and take care of her and make her a part of my kitchen routine for years and years to come!