On a side note, how come these didn't come out closer to July?

Do you expect them to release a July 4th themed product on July 3rd? No, they do it a month or two ahead to maximize sales. Besides, no one will buy them on July 5th.

Those things are chock full o' preservatives anyhow, so they could have put them out 6 months in advance.

Same thing with any holiday themed or special sale product. I guarantee that retailers have their "back-to-school" ads printed and merchandise ready to put on the floor on July 5th.

Good point. However, I said "closer to July", not "in July".

So, what's closer to July than June? Today's June 12th...when DID they come out?

Did you want them to come out June 30th?

Well, I wouldn't say "want"- You know what, never mind. They have them out now, so, heck with it.