New technology is becoming more and more a part of our daily lives.  As time goes on, we expect machines to make our daily tasks easier.  But is there such a thing as too much convenience?

 

     "Honey, could you get the jar of mayo for me?"

     Jim pulled the fridge door open and poked around inside, muttering to himself.  After a minute he started shuffling jars and bottles around so he could reach the back.  Then he bent to inspect the lower shelves, and even pulled open the crispers before giving up.  "No mayo."

     Laura spun around.  "There's mayonnaise in there," she said with conviction.  "I ordered it last night.  Fridge, where's the mayo?"

     "You have no jars of mayonnaise at this time," the smooth voice came from a speaker on top of the freezer.  "If you wish to place one on tonight's order, it will be delivered by eight o'clock in the morning tomorrow."

     Laura stamped her foot.  "I quite distinctly remember putting in an order for mayo last night.  Why isn't it here?"