How do YOU use candles?

I never knew that there could be SO many uses for candles!

I know that candles can be used for light - as when your electricity is out due to bad weather.

I know that candles can be used to set a mood - as when you're in a romantic frame of mind.

I also know that candles can be used as a decorating/staging device - as when you have an empty shelf or table that's just crying out for something!

BUT I didn't know that they can also be used as a waste receptacle?



Or as an ashtray?