It sounds absurd, but I’ve done it. I’ve fallen in love, not with a person, but with a dishwasher. For years, I scoffed at the idea, thinking no machine could match the humble art of scrubbing plates with your own two hands. Yet, one impulsive purchase proved me spectacularly wrong.
The Appliance Obsession
I admit it—I have a soft spot for small appliances. Walk into a store, and I can’t help but linger by the coffee makers, bread machines, mixers, and every gadget with buttons and lights. But among all the gizmos, two appliances have truly changed my life: a dishwasher and a robot vacuum-cum-mop.
For years, the thought of buying a dishwasher made me uneasy. There’s a peculiar satisfaction in washing dishes manually: the warm water, the suds, the rhythmic scrubbing—it’s oddly meditative. Plus, I liked the excuse to make a mess and let my mind wander while my hands worked. It was a small, productive joy I wasn’t willing to trade… or so I thought.
The WhatsApp Discovery
And then, the universe intervened through a humble community WhatsApp group. Someone was selling a Smeg dishwasher at a price so tempting, it felt almost sinful. A second-hand appliance, yes, but pristine, shiny, and undeniably sexy in its silver-grey perfection.
The seller, moving across Gauteng, decided it was cheaper to sell than transport it. Two and a half thousand rand later, I had a new partner in domestic bliss. And, in that moment, I fell head over heels.
Dirty Dishes Never Felt So Good
There’s a strange, almost addictive joy in letting the dishwasher do the dirty work. I found myself piling up plates, glasses, and cutlery just to watch my Smeg baby work its magic. Each cycle was hypnotic—watching the water swirl, the dishes gleam, the mess vanish—it was like witnessing alchemy in action.
Then came the Hobot Legee robot mop, a compact, buzzing wonder that cleans and mops in one pass. Watching it glide across my tiles, erasing crumbs and streaks with precision, I realized my daily chores had transformed into something almost… meditative.
Appliances as Life-Changers
It’s funny how inanimate objects can shift routines and bring joy in ways we never expected. These two appliances, simple machines in their essence, have taught me to embrace convenience, marvel at innovation, and even appreciate the little joys of adult life.
Spilling a drink or dropping a slice of cake now feels less like a disaster and more like an opportunity to witness domestic magic. There’s something profoundly satisfying in letting a machine care for your mess, freeing your mind for more imaginative pursuits or just a moment of peace.
Love in Unexpected Places
Who knew that life-changing love could be found in a dishwasher and a robot mop? Like any meaningful relationship, it’s about trust, satisfaction, and the joy of shared routines—except here, the other half hums and spins, and never complains.
In the end, these appliances aren’t just tools—they’re companions, transforming mundane chores into moments of delight. And yes, I will gladly admit it: I have found love in the unlikeliest of places… and it comes with buttons.
Source: The Citizen
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