Sign of the times?
My spam filter collects a daily email from the Washington Post. Usually some nonsense about stain removal, reminders to vaccinate pets, or how to make chicken broth last longer. Well, every topic must have been covered already since I received this exciting how-to article:
"By Megan Buerger, Thursday, December 6, 2012
Popcorn garland is one of those holiday traditions that has stood the test of time. Here's a refresher from Epicurious on how to make it. All you'll need is five to 10 cups of popped popcorn (plain popcorn keeps longer than buttered), a needle and thread.
First, measure the string to about eight feet long. Thread the needle about halfway through so there is an equal amount of string on either end. Tie the knot enough times so that it is large and secure. Then, pierce the thickest point of the popcorn with the needle and pull it through so that the popcorn slides down to the knotted end. Repeat until the string is full and tie a secure knot to finish. If your tree is in a cool, dry place, these garlands should last through the season."
Do people really need instructions on how to make popcorn garland? Will the next article remind me to breath or explain how to blow my nose or an exciting recipe for ice cubes? Is the endless drive to produce spammable media making people dumber?
The Washington Post article:
http://contact.washpost.com/go.asp?/bCAW013/mN1EO41N1/uWRBNFUM1/x4DX741N1
Epicurious article with instructive photos!
http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/holidays/christmas/christmas-crafts-garland
PS. Did Megan really get paid to write copy the Epicurious article?