Our dishwasher needs replacing- it has been leaking. I stopped using it about a month ago and am seriously considering not getting a new one. It seems like the most annoying appliance in the house lately. This one was ok for a few years, but I needed to stay on top of it- clean the filter and sprayers weekly etc. Then it started leaking. And lots of times things came out not looking so clean. The previous one we had was terrible- seriously only lasted 2 years and they were troublesome years, I had to get people out to fix it- cheap plastic parts that failed (and it was a high end kitchenaid). I haven't really minded washing the dishes and so far have been able to get the kids and dh to keep up with theirs for the most part too. The only time I think I would really miss it is if we had a party, but we don't that very often anyway and mostly entertain outside- could just use paper. I hate loading and unloading a dishwasher, and find washing the dishes somewhat meditative- although it's not like I have tons of time to spare. We could replace the dishwasher with a cabinet or extra drawers. And could always put one in later if we wanted it or for resale. Just wondering if I am crazy to consider this! My brother didn't put one in his old house and I thought he was crazy, (although he lived alone at the time) but now kind of see it.