DO JUST ONE THING

• Did you know that human hair can be composted? It’s actually a great organic material to add to gardens, compost bins or soil, thanks to its high nitrogen content. The key is to use hair that hasn’t been chemically treated or styled with products, as those can introduce unwanted chemicals into your soil. Composting it is simple: Just mix the hair into your compost pile or directly into your garden soil. The next time you visit the salon, consider sweeping up your trimmings and bringing them home!

Daughter struggles to afford dream school

DEAR HARRIETTE: My oldest daughter is preparing to head to college in the fall. She has worked so hard over the years – as a student and as a sister. Her father and I spent a lot of our time working, and she picked up the slack with her two younger siblings.

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