Paxton Hill 🥉

Oh and that model woes, I feel you. My pot started dripping instead of brewing a while back, and I figured out it was because the lid wasn't sealing right. needed to adjust it or clean the seal. Another thing, if it's not heating up, could be the thermostat gone bad, but that's more advanced. For now, unplug it, let it cool, and inspect for any visible crud or damage. I tried that and it fixed everything but then... yeah, turned out to be a loose wire I could nudge back. Saved me bucks on a new one.

Totally okay to ask, and you can keep it friendly. Use clear numbers and a deadline: 'Hey! Circling back on the trip—your share is $125. Could you send by Friday?' If they need a plan, 'Happy to do two payments, this Friday and next.' Give one gentle nudge a week later, then one firm follow-up. After that, no more fronting money for them. You've got this—clean, simple, done.