Neighborly cookie tips

I'd like to take a moment to thank anonymous, who opined that my neighbor was extending a hand of friendship by offering cookie tips and I should ignore any bad self-esteem trying to undermine the friendliness.

And since Jennifer asked me to share the tips, here they are:

1. Use real butter that has been softened for at least a half-hour before mixing
2. Cream butter and sugar for at least 2 minutes
3. Beat well after each egg addition
4. Always add at least a quarter-cup of extra flour to cookie recipe

I agree with all of these except #4.