I understand that you can extend the shelf life of products by freezing them, I wonder if that works on...

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4. sustainability may have its limits

and the soft absorbent leaves of the mullion can be repurposed as mulch.

here is a snip from the boy scout manual ..........

Green Leaves:
Leaves are the obvious choice for wiping in the woods. However, leaves are not the slightest bit absorbent. If you aren’t careful, you can end up with feces all over your hands. Use large leaves, one or two at a time, until clean. Or, take a big handful of leaves that you bunch up.

If you get lucky and find it nearby, you can use mullein for wiping. It grows as a weed but has many medicinal uses (especially as a natural cough remedy). Because it is fluffy and soft, it can be used as toilet paper or as a band-aid for minor cuts.


the manual lists several alternatives such as rocks, sticks, and sand ........