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I bit my tongue when my neighbor's 'fix' made a landfill smell, but now I'm second-guessing it
Last Saturday in Portland, my neighbor bragged about 'composting' his leftover takeout by burying it in a plastic bag. I wanted to say that's just trash with extra steps, but he was so proud. Instead I smiled and nodded, and I've been replaying that moment for days. On one hand, keeping quiet protected our friendly vibe, which matters on a shared driveway. On the other hand, he's going to do it again, and the smell will eventually make everyone miserable. Have you guys ever held back something obvious and then regretted it more than if you'd just said it?
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rileynelson29d ago
Burying food in a plastic bag isn't composting, it just keeps the trash from breaking down and traps the smell until the bag finally splits. That "fix" is going to turn into a nasty surprise for whoever digs into that spot later, your neighbor included. Honestly, saying something kind now, like asking if he knows bags block the process, could save you both a lot more grief than a quick awkward chat.
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