Our microwave conked out and I'm thinking: Why even replace it? So harsh on food. Such indecipherable controls. Been managing fine with the oven and stovetop for quick warm-ups. Another household member offers: "Microwaves are a con".

Wisdom of the mob produced 3 killer apps: sterilizing baby stuff (passed that) heating wheat bags (coming into that) and microwave popcorn

Update: 4 including the classic microwaved corn in the husk. How could I forget that one? Maybe I will buy another megatron

Breaking: 5 including microwave poppadoms