>>>>>>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.

And here I thought you were being clever. Now I am disappointed.< g > Unfortunately, I'm not familiar with the work.