my washer

never take for granted

dirty going in

clean coming out

rather remarkable

 turn of a faucet

brings hot or cold

over the years

gallons of water

boxes of soap

electricity sucked up

so, which is it?

the dirtiest kids

or the cleanest kids

because

that machine rarely rests

(194-217)

*my washer

*my dryer

*hot and cold running water

*plentiful soap

*electricity

*a back that bends

*hands that work properly

*i can see colors
*Julie's generous offer

*Janet's yummy rolls

*Linda shares her talents
*Cindy's preparation and energy
*BJ's generous offer

*friendly smiles

*lunch with my sweet girls today

*gift pillow on porch

*everything tastes so good to me

*ann's post about farming
*body image fireside
*note from Elizabeth
*spoke to my out of town girls today
*stage play with Sam and Melissa
*Joseph has a great laugh
*David's surprise visit

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