Need Help -- Computer Cannot Connect to Printer; Printer thinks its connected.

Up until a week ago my printer and computer were communicating great. I'd hit print, and the printer would print my document. But then.... things stopped working. I have an HP Laser Jet 200 color MFP and am using a Mac running OS10.
Now when I try to print something, my computer is not able to locate the printer. So... my print job just sits there waiting for my computer to connect to the printer (which of course it never does). The only solution I have found is to send a print job, and then turn off the printer and restart it -- not a great solution I know, but its the only thing that seems to work.
Any suggestions?

Please provide the following relevant information so someone can help including:
Printer Model -
Detailed Problem Description -
Operating System of computer (including service pack revision) -
Connection Method - USB, Hardwired LAN, Wireless? -
Make and model of router and modem? -
Error messages - on printer screen and/or computer, any blinking light patterns.
If wireless, status of Blue Wireless light on printer, on, off or blinking? -
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