Ever try painting with old coffee? Honestly my nephew made some decent brown shades with leftover brew, though it did stain his shirt a bit. Kids just grab whatever's closest sometimes.

Honestly, I look at it a bit different. Sure, committees vote, but that's just part of science getting better. It's not just arguing over rocks; it's about making sure the dates match what we really find. When they moved the K-Pg line, it was because new evidence showed a clearer picture. So the chart drifts because we're learning more, not just because people can't agree. That slow chase is how we get closer to the truth, and that's a good thing.

Feel your pain with the Adirondacks lesson. Got caught in a real downpour once because I skipped the seam seal step on a tent I thought was fine. Woke up with a cold drip right on my forehead, totally ruined the trip. Now I just do it every spring, no questions asked. Lay the tent out in the sun, hit all the seams and any worn spots. It’s a boring hour but it beats a wet sleeping bag any day.

Tools can't replace knowing the actual system.