Recently, I’ve come across a few… myths, we’ll call them…. that need debunking. Here they are, in no particular order:
There is no such thing as a “skeleton key” that will get you into any computer database or system in the world.
Those skin care products that allegedly “reduce the appearance of fine lines” do no more than any (inexpensive) moisturizer will.
Just because a product is “Made in America” or “Made in China” does not mean it is, by default, a piece of junk. Or that it is high quality.
You cannot catch a cold by going outside without a jacket.
99% of the “Omigod, can you believe this product does this to you!” emails you receive are nonsense. Make snopes.com your friend.
Green firewood is not actually colored green.
If no one’s laughing, it’s because you’re not funny.
If you live in the country, and have a bird feeder, your chances of seeing a bear grow exponentially over those who do not live in the country.
Yes, there are coyotes in upstate New York. They hold their tail down when they run, in case you’re having a hard time differentiating them from dogs.
If you are ever offered your choice of classic muscle cars, stay away from early (’65-’70) Mustangs. The top of the fuel tank doubled as the floor of the trunk, providing no barrier between rear seat passengers and the fuel tank in a wreck, pretty much guaranteeing a barbecue if you’re in a rear-end collision.
Canadian bacon more closely resembles American ham than bacon.
I know, a weird combination of errata. What can I say, it’s a Wednesday.*
*No, I don’t know what that means either. Shut up.
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