helper

Given the extensive abuse to which we subject mechanical helpers that aren’t endowed with consciousness, why wouldn’t they turn on us if they were?

But the advice I most provide — and rely on — is from the beloved Fred Rogers, who famously said to “look for the helpers” when you’re in trouble.

"We are sorry to report that the victim was Daphne Stallard, a regular helper at Junior Church," the post on the church's Facebook page said.

So when a restive Sarah, on one of their protected calls, gently prods for a smidgen of personality from her mysterious unseen helper, one is inclined to shout, “No feelings! Too risky!”

“You come in, you get your materials, and then you get your helper.”