What tool do you use for star gazing?

Geez! Isn't that nice? Your gadget is really good! I do love star gazing as well. They fascinate me a lot. Well, not just the stars but even the clouds. Looking up there gives me a feeling of warmth and inner peace. Splendid indeed that up there, I can see calmness. I'm pretty sure that my kids would love it too. On nights where there are loads of stars, I can't help but admire God's works. I bought a telescope for the my daughters but not much can't be seen. Indeed, seeing other planets would also be very enjoyable and splendid! Where did you buy your astronomical binoculars? Over the inernet? At ebay?

I've found most telescopes are a let down, maybe my expectations are too high. I love stargazing and in Australia we are so fortunate to get a fantastic view because of the lack of light pollution. My only tool is a torch with red perspects in case I want to look at any references while gazing. I've heard about the binoculars. Let me know what they are like when you do get to look at Jupiter and Saturn using them. I have a feeling it's more beneficial to view using the naked eye anyway.