One Fine Day at the Lab

I'm writing this from a planetary science laboratory in Tel Aviv University, where I'm being the guest of a scientist friend. currently this friend is playing "Danny Boy" on the Kazoo behind me. Two other scientists present are discussing South Park while playing mock tennis with a fly swatter and a miniature Kinder surprise egg. On the wall hangs a magical clock, blessed by a rabbi. The research team claims that it's worked miracles with infertile women. Any wonder we haven't yet uncovered the mysteries of the universe?