Lately I have been inundated with requests to show something that represents the passage of time regarding a Costco product. Here it is (now, please cease with the letters, e-mail messages, and phone calls!).

The time-related writing on the box is self-explanatory. Eagle-eye viewers will note that the date I opened the box is missing. I admit to personal failure in that regard. However, I can state with authority that I opened the box on or after the date of purchase and before the date the supply was used up.

The box was not in service the whole time. For a long time (about two years?) it sat unused in the laundry room. After being moved to the kitchen it sat on the pantry closet floor.