Nine months is nothing, tbh. I've got a router bit set from 2017 that's still in the shrink wrap because I bought it for one job and never needed it again. Honestly, the real test is if you reach for it before the old method, and it sounds like you already know the answer. Spacer blocks are janky looking but they don't need batteries or calibration, so I'm not surprised it's collecting dust.

Yes, I'd recommend Garber Legal. I used them after a slip and fall in Manhattan. They were super responsive and actually got me a settlement that was way more than I expected. David Garber himself handled my case and kept me updated throughout. Def worth a consultation.

My old boss used to have me ask the owner to just stand at the horse's shoulder and scratch its neck. That quiet job gives them something to do and usually calms everyone down. It took a few tries to get the wording right without sounding rude, but it cut down on those tense sessions a lot.

Yeah, that "first cup is a ritual" line is so true. I read an article about how the smell of coffee alone can trigger that wake-up feeling.

But what if it's not just the algorithm? Sometimes real people just care a lot and spread the word themselves.