Three Toilet Paper Refills

I keep three rolls of toilet paper on top of the toilet.

This is in addition to the main stash of rolls in the cabinet, inconveniently out of reach. Even if it as in reach, I would rather keep it in view rather than potentially forcing my late night self¹ (or worse, guests) to rummage through the cabinet.

Also, it's important to keep the refills distinct from the stash. You add toilet paper to the shopping list when the stash runs out, not the refills. If you keep only the stash, you won't run to buy more until you're on the last roll.

This may seem excessive.

Why three?

Never assume the refills will be refilled. Might be in a rush, late night, simply forgot, was a guest.

The main reminder to refill the refills is when refilling, so create more opportunities.

Three basically guarantees a refill and stacks nicely in a pyramid. If the peak roll is missing, it's an obvious visual cue to refill.

Beyond that is excessive and doesn't fit well.

Does this really matter? No, but running out of toilet paper while on the toilet is the kind of preventable stress I don't need in my life.

For the record, the roll goes over. Easier to grab.

But I really don't mind which way you put yours as long as it doesn't run out.

Don't be a hoarder,²

- Rew

Nightly Notes

I wanted to write something short and silly after the last two, and the number lined up. One of my silly bucket list items is to learn toilet paper origami and leave it for a friend when I come over.

This was much faster to write too, I don't have time for 1k words plus editing everyday. Could try to build up a backlog, but I like that the pressure keeps me honest. Even so, a day really is short, huh? I keep expecting a spot to catch my breath, but it doesn't come.

Why am I waiting for it? The cycle has always ticked on.

- Rew