Haha, I love your guys' reactions. I don't eat the peanut butter straight from the jar. It's not pictured in this scene, but there's usually a loaf of bread or a pack of Saltine crackers within reach of my desk.

And that spot Keyclone pointed out (loved your commentary) is most certainly the Zone. I pretty much eat all my meals right there between the mouse and the Nostromo Speedpad, but I always keep that clean. Although, granted, usually by simply moving the plate off to the side (as currently pictured) until I need it again and I have to go clean it off.