What surprised me was how empowering these changes felt. They did not add stress to my routine. They added control. Those extra seconds of effort feel like a small and reasonable trade for knowing I have done what I can to protect my home. More importantly, they protect the people inside it, especially at night when everyone is asleep and vulnerable.
That night of lost sleep taught me something valuable. Safety is not about eliminating every risk, but about paying attention before something goes wrong. The air fryer did not change. I did. And that awareness, once gained, is not something I am willing to give up.
