The Price of a Washing Machine: A Daughter's Rebellion

After spending $600 to buy my mom a new washing machine, she did nothing but complain that it didn't wash clean.

"Honestly, you're pretty calculating. You didn't even split the $10 you got from selling the old washer with your sister; you just pocketed it yourself."

My face suddenly flushed. I thought she was joking, so I forced an awkward smile and asked her why she would think that.

She rolled her eyes at me and changed the subject:

"This piece of junk washer leaves the sheets and duvet covers soaking wet."

I took a look and realized she was using the 15-minute "Quick Wash" cycle.