Bryan wrote:

> > > OK, the cell phone crosses a line, but the whole germaphobe, wear
> > > plastic gloves thing is a product of American neuroticism.
> >
> > They were lucky that no health inspector was on site. Otherwise,
> > they'd get some hefty fines.
>
> Had you heeded my caveat?

No. Maybe you should say it out loud (i.e. type it in your reply).