Miracles of Mac: So True This May Get Too Real

Question

Hi,
Had to share this story about my Macbook Pro.
It was a stiflingly oppressive August afternoon in South Carolina. After years of fear and self-loathing, I'd decided to buy my first Macbook Pro. I gave the details of the computer I wanted to which the phone sales rep replied, "This computer is gonna be smokin!' A short time later, it arrived and it was glorious and all that other stuff you already know.
On February 9th, just under six months later, disaster struck. Simple as spilt coffee stupidly sucked down next to my freaking computer so ****** still. I'm sorry, my verbal skill dips when my mind becomes gripped with the rage that returns on thought of that damned day.
So, long story shorter, the local New Hampshire tech service (Apple-authorized retailer, por supuesto) pronounced my beloved computer fried and forever lost. As time went by, I learned to be grateful for my old Sony Vaio. "Some people don't have computers at all," I'd catch myself mumbling to strangers after one too many sleepless nights. I still can't bring myself to put my coffee on the table whether a computer is there or not. This can be uncomfortable in many social situations.   
Joking aside, here's the crazy part. I actually didn't even go to pick my computer up from the computer tech support service until May. Had little motivation after hearing I needed a new Mac. So, finally, I picked it up. Naturally, I brought it home, charged it up, and tried to reboot it. Again, wouldn't let me get past the sign-in. Still fried.
For whatever reason, I kept the computer plugged in and charging for maybe 2 or 3 weeks. Then, I turned it off and put in a drawer. I took it out two nights ago. Plugged it in, tried logging in, and BAM VOILA PRESTO--it logs me in. It tells me the clock is set to 2001 and this may make some programs run funny. COMPUTER WORKING LIKE BEFORE.
Not an iMiracle but a real miracle--ya know, like with the Voodoo. Seriously, I actually did make a voodoo mini-MacBook Pro doll, partially for fun but partially for like serious. Annnnnd, just kidding. I was about to get really weird with that. Had to share this story because it was an incredibly exciting turnaround and perhaps, it's a reason for someone else to hope.
Sincerely,
Auld Illyich

Answer 1

Still pernament damage may have occurred that will show it's face later.
My experience has been that people from South Carolina are typically extremely conservative, the Mac is a good quality computer that if the right model purchased and well taken care of, should last considerably longer than a average quality PC.
There are a few hidden tricks, one is not to eat or drink anywhere near the computer.
Two, is to use external keyboards, mice and the Superdrive as little as possible, to keep the wear and tear off the hardware.
Three is to keep ones greasy fingers off the monitor, make sure nothing is between the monitor and case when it's closed and generally keep the machine safe from shock and damage, the cord especially since it tends to lay on the floor and be subjected to being stepped on, animals etc.
AppleCare is a must and the battery replaced in reasonable time before Apple cuts off replacement, extra power cord as well. One day a decison will have to be made to not upgrade the operating system, but since Apple has been pretty much neglecting older hardware anyway like the PPC and 32 bit Intel processors in OS X Lion, a user really doesn't have a choice in the matter.
Because Mac's don't get malware all that easy, require always on anti-virus like Windows does, seriously adds longevity to the life of the computer.
Good Luck