I haven't cleaned my go to desktop mug in I dunno, 15-20 years. Prior to that it went a good 20 years before I cleaned it upon retiring. It's a military thing.
Alan Smithee should've directed a movie written by Cordwainer Bird. Now that would be something. As for Dune, we'll see. That's a tough book to translate.
I've spent the past couple of days (off and on) browsing the entire library. It's bookmarked for further 'study'. That being said, so far nothing has been better than "So Red the Nose". I would buy this book. Well, 70 years ago; now I don't have to. Before I die, I aim to have at least one Death in the Afternoon. Probably two; or maybe four. I dunno. It won't be with the Absinthe of old but dammit, I have to try. . .
It wasn't mentioned in the article, but the secret to a good pickle bread is chilling your dill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before using baking it.
Dairy Queen. Congratulations Miss C! I've reading these stories for years and until now, never have I saw mention of Dairy Queen. The company that started it all with their Blizzard. One can only imagine what they're thinking as their restraint has been remarkable. Is there a word for quiet Schadenfreude? Anyway, I think over-engineered is the undestatement of the year when it comes to the McFlurry. As for the FTC, good for them, go get 'em, because right to repair is a just cause. Apple should be afraid.