"wisecracks"--??
I see nothing wrong with the 'roach'comment.I have often seen or heard it stated that 'Roaches were here since the beginning of time and would be here after a major World War III'.I have at least 20 in my attic(Kirbys,not I hope roaches).I have seen Dyson called DieSoon,we called Compact 'little green pig' when I was with Electrolux and they and others called the Elux Olympia the 'old brown mule'.Any harm done?I think not.
Among other things Tom has sold new Kirbys and has shared his experience and knowledge of their first paper bag and more with many here.