So, for you, glasses are functional, not decorations or adornments.
In my years I was a half-filled glass of Jack Daniels man...a few commercial (clear) ice cubes were the timer; I had to finish the drink before they were 50% of their original size.
Yes, they’re functional, I need them or contact lenses so I can see.
I was just saying it seemed like the article was hastily put together. At least to me, it didn’t flow from one subject to the next.