- the size and shape is nearly identical
- dogs and small children should be discouraged from chewing on them
- they change color with use
- they're fabulous for 3D mixed-media work
Ultimately, I had to see one. I had to own one. A Women's Room Glow Stick.
I rummaged about for the quarters, put my change in the machine, and turned the lever. Out came a small white box not unlike a pack of cigarettes. There were three tiny glow sticks inside. They weren't even at a size where the logical progression from tampon to glow stick could be imagined. They were a complete non sequitur really. I can only guess what the stock folks were thinking.
"You know what would make the movie going experience even better?"
"What?"
"Teenagers with glow sticks."
"I know just the place."