Now that I look at it, I agree it's a bug.
But that's not what is interesting. Today I'm encountering folk that think this stuff is bug free.
Bob
When my computer goes into a power save mode and I then wake it up I get the subject message. Even though I am connected to the internet (i.e. skype works) I still have to hit "Try Again" to have the email work

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