I think it is interesting that there can be cultures that will accept technology but only to a certain degree. These are not places without water who are not using washing machines, they choose not to because they view manual labor as a woman’s responsibility. I think it is something that will be hard to overcome. The concern regarding efficiency and top loaders vs front loaders and cost/effectiveness is something that I am sure we will be hearing more about as our government issues further regulations regarding water and electricity usage.

Looking ahead, my greatest dream is to get my degree, and after that, I really don’t know. Maybe travel to Italy, Hawaii, Australia. Open a bakery, get healthy and fit. See my kids graduate from college and watch their lives unfold as they make their way into the world.