In gardening, you can compost almost anything organic. Kitchen scraps, yard waste, paper—given time and the right conditions, they break down into rich soil. But agricultural guidelines are clear about exceptions: don't compost carnivore feces. Dog and cat waste contains parasites and pathogens that composting heat doesn't eliminate. They don't transform into nutrients. They contaminate … Continue reading When Maintenance Becomes Quarantine: Recognizing the Limits of Containment
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When Forgiveness Doesn’t Look Finished
A photo frame sits on the guest bed, unplugged and facing the wrong way. It takes thirty seconds to move it to a drawer. No conversation needed. The person who does this has forgiven the gift-giver—not by feeling warmth toward them, but by no longer expecting them to be different. The work continues because the … Continue reading When Forgiveness Doesn’t Look Finished
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