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Carol Perkins: The new washing machine 'Some women like jewelry; some like clothes. I like gadgets,' she says. The good feeling a new Whirlpool gave the author made her realize she may have been meant for another career. Next previous Carol Perkins column: Let's Talk About . . . Flour Sack Dresses By Carol Perkins I don't know when I've been so excited. At first, I was willing to settle for what I had and have it fixed, but when the repairman said, "It is beyond salvaging" I rejoiced to myself, not wanting him to think I placed such importance on material objects. When he left, I called Guy and acted as if I wished the outcome had been different. "Well, it can't be fixed. I guess I'll just have to get a new one." Sigh, sigh. Took the pair; they looked so good together Within an hour I was on my way to Lowe's. It took me only a few minutes to make my first selection. When I saw the new, sleek designs, I decided to buy the companion too. My old one was working, but not as effectively as it had ten years ago. I convinced myself that I needed the pair. Besides, they looked so good together. "When do you need them delivered?" the saleslady asked. "Today! No, actually, tomorrow since I won't be home this afternoon." "No problem." I like that kind of service. Then I called Guy and told him that I had not just bought one new item, I had bought its mate. He began to move out the old to make way for the new before I got home. A clean room awaited the new appliances It took me a little while to scrub the dust and dirt and remove the crushed dog food that had lodged under both. I found missing socks and even a couple of shoes. I stood back to admire the clean room. By noon the next day, the delivery truck had arrived and the delivery guys had unloaded my new purchases. As they lodged one of them into place, I glanced over their shoulders to admire it. When both new items were standing, side by side, I was as proud as if I had won them. The delivery person instructed me on how to use both. I couldn't wait. Now I had a matching set with new features and energy saving devices. Although the lovely red Samsungs had caught my eye, I knew I had to stick to the conventional and less expensive ones. What more could a woman want? I was now the proud owner of a Whirlpool washer and dryer. What more could a woman want? The clothes look so bright and cheerful, and this dryer doesn't rock to the rhythm of the TV. My dog doesn't bark at it the way he did when the drum of the old one was off its rocker. The best part is that we haven't lost a sock so far! Some women like jewelry; some like clothes. I like gadgets. Vacuum cleaners, rug shampooers, Swiffers, a bottle of the newest cleanser, new sheets, new dishes, throw rugs, flower arrangements, and pillows. The latest of any fabric softener scent is one I must try. No new product goes unnoticed. Maybe I was meant to be a product tester Maybe I need to be a product tester. I could begin with small things like furniture polish and move up to the big things like carpet. What a perfect job for me. Right now, I am happy to watch my washer wash and my dryer dry. The Queen of Clean has nothing on me. (email Carol at cperkins@scrtc.com. Her book, Let's Talk About, is available at Ivy Bookstore, 402 Rogers RD, Glasgow, KY) This story was posted on 2010-06-07 04:03:46
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