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by Hope

And just when things are running along smoothly, something breaks. This time it’s my washing machine.

Evidently the sensor on my lid is broken so the washing machine doesn’t recognize that it’s closed and therefore, will not wash clothes. It’s been down for two weeks now. (I couldn’t really work on getting it fixed with my trip to Texas last week.)

Thankfully, the appliance repair guy that fixed my ice maker a year or so ago was able to come out today and take a look at it. Unfortunately, the part had to be ordered, there was no bypassing the lid lock to get me washing. So no washing machine yet.

But hopefully, by the end of the week, we will be washing again.

And it’s only going to cost me $306. Only, ugh!

I’m so grateful that I have the money for the fix. I’m grateful that it’s fixable. But man, that’s really expense for a sensor replacement. But the stress it’s taken off my shoulders is immense.

And hopefully by the end of the week, we will have clean clothes and towels and sheets again. Otherwise, I’m going to have to make time this holiday weekend to go to the laundromat.

The good news is that I had done laundry right before it broke. And then again in Texas. So I can make it til our washing machine is fixed. And I recognize that this is totally a first world problem. Just so many things to be grateful about.

Hope

Hope is a resourceful and solutions-driven business manager who has spent nearly two decades helping clients streamline their operations and grow their businesses through project management, digital marketing, and tech expertise. Recently transitioning from her role as a single mom of five foster/adoptive children to an empty nester, Hope is navigating the emotional and practical challenges of redefining her life while maintaining her determination to regain financial control and eliminate debt.

Living in a cozy small town in northeast Georgia with her three dogs, Hope cherishes the serenity of the mountains over the bustle of the beach. Though her kids are now finding their footing in the world—pursuing education, careers, and independence—she remains deeply committed to supporting them in this next chapter, even as she faces the bittersweet tug of letting go.

Since joining the Blogging Away Debt community in 2015, Hope has candidly shared her journey of financial ups and downs. Now, with a renewed focus and a clear path ahead, she’s ready to tackle her finances with the same passion and perseverance that she’s brought to her life and career. Through her writing, she continues to inspire others to confront their own financial challenges and strive for a brighter future.