1. In addition to bananas & avocado, I have also put pickles (Eli LOVED it!), grapes (cut in half so he can taste the juice), ice and peeled peaches.

2. I LOVED "Water for Elephants" A wonderful read and pretty easy too.

3. I would spend it on a "staple" item, like a new handbag, watch, some great new shoes. Stay away from trendy pieces...just a waste of $$ in my opinion.