Woven Histories
Ant colonies demonstrate how what appears to be simple activity builds complex systems across generations. Trails aren't pre-ordained layouts, but emerge from countless individual choices informed by chemical legacies—past successes subtly guiding future movement. This continuous exchange blurs the line between intention and environment; each action both responds *to* and reshapes the garden itself. Such distributed agency suggests that boundaries of self and time are more fluid than we often assume, allowing for persistence through adaptable response.