Observations...

... made over the last three weeks.

1. Listening to stand-up comedy at work often leads to awkward situations, usually involving laughing at inappropriate times.

2. Continuing a conversation over a wall that started thirty seconds before frequently makes you look like a nutter.

3. It may look sunshiny bright outside but don't be fooled. Snow will still melt at 10°F if it's covered in a layer of salt.

4. Yes, you can notice when there's one less voice in a room of fifty people.

5. If you have the chance, I recommend checking out a group called Rock Sugar. (Thank you, Moonie.)

6. The first spring rain is only something to be enjoyed if it comes with "unseasonably warm" weather. Otherwise it freezes and makes a mess. Ew.

7. It's hard to stay warm in a damp building in March.

8. Even the most graceful people trip while walking up the stairs sometimes. (What hope is there for the rest of us?)

9. There are probably twice as many friendly strangers as unfriendly ones -- but most people are neutral most of the time.

10. Pistachios are awesome.