Why You Can't Always Tear at Notch Easily
Whenever you see a "tear at notch" instruction on a bag of coffee or frozen peas, you probably feel a mix of hope and mild suspicion. We've all been there: you grab that little V-shaped slit, give it a confident tug, and instead of a clean opening, the plastic just stretches out like a piece of warm taffy. Or worse, the top of the bag shreds into a thousand tiny confetti pieces while the actual seal remains stubbornly intact. It's one of those minor life frustrations that feels way more personal than it should be. ...