I am composting. And you are too.

com·post

ˈkämˌpōst/

verb • make (vegetable matter or manure) into compost.

Can one write about a topic without providing the definition/etymology of said topic? Perhaps. But I am not that one.

Moving on.

I have begun that adventure descent from stand-up, model citizen to rogue, counter-cultural dissenter.  This is the first step, le compost bin in le apartment.

I outsourced my composting to worms.  This kind of composting is known as vermicomposting, as it uses vermis (worms) to turn organic waste into compost.  The advantage of composting with worms, other than the fact they are charming little fellers, is that is does not smell of sewer.

Traditional compost piles have a tendency to smell worse as there is less aeration.  The bacteria that hang out in anaerobic environments smell.  It is possible to utilize a compost pile with little odor.  However, for the unwashed masses dwelling in apartments — myself included — a worm bin makes much more sense.

To make your own, follow this tutorial.

Basic Steps:

• Get Supplies
  • Storage Bins
  • Bedding Materials [ old egg cartons, shredded paper, etc. ]
  • Small amount of Sand [ for worms to grind material, they don’t have teeth ]
  • Worms [ I used Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm ]
• Assemble
• Enjoy