Big Kid Purchases

Last week Adam and I [or should I say Adam ;)] had to make some big purchases for our home. The motor in our old washing machine died and we decided that by the time we bought a new motor for it and paid for the labor for installation, we would have invested about half the money it costs for a new washer. So we loaded up the old washer and dryer and went to Sears to find something new. Nothing was wrong with the dryer, but we figured we might as well get a new one because sooner or later that would quit working too. My aunt and uncle gave us the washer and dryer, so we really weren't out any money. All appliances at Sears were 15% off and they offered zero payments and zero interest for one year. Adam and I decided that we wanted to get something energy efficient so we could get a rebate back from our electric company, in addition to lower our monthly electric bill.

We ended up buying a Kenmore washer and dryer, which are both energy star rated. My favorite thing about the washing machine is that it automatically senses the load size for you, so no water is wasted! My favorite thing about the dryer is that is has a Moisture Sensor setting that automatically shuts off when your clothes are dry - this saves energy and hopefully no more shrinking of our clothes! So far I have no complaints about the appliances! I just wish they came with a person that would fold and put the clothes away!

Oh yeah - we also had to buy a new water softener. When it rains, it pours! Hopefully no more big purchases for the year!