You perfectly captured to anxiety of "simple" things like laundry for people coping with poverty.
I hear from kids how they're constantly bullied--because of their clothes, lack of school supplies, or their homeless status. Bullying hurts! And will continue to have an impact into adulthood.
My nonprofit organization, HEAR US Inc., is coming out with a book featuring the survival tips from 3 moms named Melissa. They cover the laundry topic, and a wide range of other common issues that rarely get discussed, much less addressed.
I'd like to connect with Coping with Capitalism to get word out!
Thanks for your poignant post!