Humor:

Meanwhile, on Earth...

On something other than politics, here's something I received from a friend/co-worker still in the US:

Subject: Topic of the week: exotica tea , do I need to smoke after having this?

I'm not joking, This following written on the package of tea that I got in the break room today.

"Exotica: This extraordinarily rare tea is produced only in Fukien province from 100% 'tip' or buds of a special tea plant. These tea leaves are plucked at dawn on only two days of the year. White tea produces a pale golden cup, with no astringency and a hint of sweetness. It's very subtle taste is a treat for the connoisseur."

Do I drink this stuff, or pour it down my pants?

I guess I should have rinsed out my coffee cup before I poured me a cup of this crap.

Then there's this follow-up email from the ever reliable Stan:

Plucked only twice a year? Must be married (Christmas and Anniversary assuming you didn't forget a gift)