-- 1503 UTC

So, while the work environment hasn't actually gotten better, I've just
learned to accept it.

This has actually put me more at ease.  A zen-like state, if you will.

And, I have learned that my hoodie acts as a sort of "horse blinder"
if you will, to reduce distractions.

The only issue is that my coping mechanisms make it feel like I'm closing
myself off to everything, which can't be good.

-- 1643 UTC

One bonus:  AC apparently was fixed where they store candy.  So, chocolate
is no longer "pocket temperature" :P