That's solid advice about the deburring. Don't forget to seal any drilled holes too, even with stainless. Moisture will find a way in and start rusting from the inside out if you don't. A little silicone sealant around the bolts takes care of it.

You said 'they need the whole system explained,' and that's right. I read a thing about how people learn differently. Some brains grab onto patterns better than random facts. It's why just repeating 'red is hot' doesn't stick for everyone. But if you show the reason behind the colors, it becomes a puzzle they can solve. That kind of logic is easier to remember long-term.

Tell me about it. Those blackouts are basically a summer surprise at this point. We just roll with it now.

The Bermuda Triangle stories stick around because mysteries sell better than weather reports. Every time I check the facts, storms or human error cover almost every case. Why do you think society clings to the supernatural version when the real one is right there?

Ugh, I feel this. I had the same thing happen last year. I lined the outside of my bin with a thin layer of food grade diatomaceous earth, it's like a powder that messes them up. Also, maybe get a container with a rubber seal, the cheap ones always have a tiny gap. I keep mine in a big plastic tub now as a second barrier. It's a pain but it works.