Did you know the first microwave oven cost the equivalent of $5,000 in today’s dollars? It was the size of a refrigerator and required water cooling. Removing yours is a declaration that you value counter space over 1950s nostalgia. Also, microwaves emit non-ionizing radiation—which means they can’t make food radioactive, despite your uncle’s Facebook memes. But they can still give you a mild shock if you mess with the capacitor, so don’t.
Think of this project as a gentle rebellion against the culture of convenience. You’re not abandoning microwaves forever—just severing a commitment that no longer serves you. Like cutting ties with a clingy friend who always asks for a ride to the airport.
