Hi Jenny,
I am a lurker. :) We have a business with mixers, grainmills, etc...and I
would strongly advise that you NOT get a KA Mixer...the motor is known
for burning up alot- and with a large family, I would highly recommend
that you consider the Bosch.
Alot of people start out with a KA and find the Bosch so much nicer, with
its dual kneading arm, larger motor and superior blender ( better than a
VitaMix) that they never go back to KA.
If I can help with mixer comparisons, just let me know,
Sandi
http://healthforyouministry.com