A stranger fixed my Nespresso machine when I most needed it. Decades later, I still think of her.
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Abbi Perets, a 49-year-old writer and mother of five living in Israel, faced a critical moment when her coffee machine broke two days after her child's leukemia diagnosis. The coffee machine, a Nespresso, was an important part of her morning routine, providing her with essential caffeine during a tumultuous time. After discovering the machine was out of warranty, she intended to take it for servicing, acknowledging how much she relied on it for her happiness amidst the chaos of family life and a medical crisis.
In 2013, on a particularly challenging morning, my coffee machine broke right after my son was diagnosed with leukemia. I was utterly exhausted and scared, needing that caffeine boost to manage my emotions and responsibilities.
Despite the coffee machine being out of warranty, it had become an essential part of my routine. Getting that morning coffee quickly was crucial for my happiness during stressful times.
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