>>>>>Regarding the duck, I believe that "Duck Soup" was a reference, but there was
>>>>>also another. Just ask yourself: "Why a duck?":-)
>>>>
>>>>Because I've been seduced by the duck side of the farce.
>>>
>>>Sarek,
>>>
>>>First of all, that does deserve a good groan, and believe me, you've gotten
>>>it.
>>>
>>>Second, I'm disappointed, however, that it wasn't a Star Trek pun. Are you
>>>slipping?:-)
>>
>>No, you are. You should have recognized the quote. :-)
>
>You mean the take-off on Star Wars? Or is that a line from something like
>Spaceballs?

When H.A.R.L.I.E. Was One, by David Gerrold.