Don't Block My Doors

Sometimes you get on the subway and you sit and wait. And wait. And exchange irritated glances with the other passengers. And wonder why the train isn't moving. And listen for the coming informationless announcement.

This wouldn't fly in the corporate world. Imagine that you're sitting in your cubicle, just staring into space, not doing anything. Your boss comes by to ask you a question, and you don't answer. You just stare ahead. Your boss looks to your coworker, and the coworker just shrugs. After a few more awkward moments of silence, you announce: "Ladies and gentlemen, I'm being held momentarily by another thought. I expect to be working shortly. Please be patient."