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The Immortal Happy Meal

A Happy Meal has been sitting out for 6 months and still looks nearly as good as the day it was served. So, where's the mold?

Oct 21, 2010

A Happy Meal has been sitting out for 6 months and still looks nearly as good as the day it was served. So, where's the mold?

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