In the world of science fiction, fantasy and mythology, shape shifters have the ability to take on the appearance of another person, creature or entity. 

 Decades ago, people likely envisioned 2012 to be quite futuristic.   

On the production line, beverage packages face multiple obstacles, such as chipped or broken glass, deformed plastic, mis-seamed cans, over- or under-filling, incorrect labeling, leaking, contamination, and misapplied caps and closures, to name a few defects. 

 A back alley covered in graffiti in downtown Denver might be the last place anyone would expect to find a winery.  

 In the foodservice channel, 46.8 percent of companies are in the quick-service restaurant business, according to the 2012 Chain Restaurant Report published by Chain Store Publishing Corp.  

 As Honest Tea discovered last summer, people generally obey the honor system.  

 A study of mice with Type 2 diabetes found that a significant amount of coffee consumption could help protect against memory loss associated with advanced diabetes, as well as reduce weight gain and lower blood sugar levels, according to a May 10 article published in New York Daily News.  

 These days, people often are asked to do more with less.  

When it comes to tea, the more “colorful” the better.