With that kind of list, it sure sounds like Hendrich's describing a human. Which is precisely what she and her team set out to do during Cortana's development; create an AI with human-like qualities. Microsoft's decision to infuse Cortana with a personality stemmed from one end goal: user attachment.
Kris Kringle. Kris Kringle may refer to: Santa Claus, by assimilation in the United States of the separate German tradition below Kris Kringle, the lead character in Miracle on 34th Street. Christkind (or Christkindl), the Austrian and German Christmas gift-bringer, the Christ Child.
In medium bowl, mix 2/3 cup pecans, the brown sugar and butter. Sprinkle over half of pie crust to within 3/4 inch of edge. Brush edge with water; fold pie crust over filling. Move kringle to center of cookie sheet. Press edge with fork to seal; prick top with fork. 3. Bake 17 to 22 minutes or until golden brown.