With a pile of documents in tow, my new secretary walks into my office. Within the stack are a magazine and a newspaper. Then, after getting me my coffee, she quietly departs.

We've only been working together for a few days. She's the best, though, I promise. She works quickly and effectively. She doesn't gossip and arrives on time. Which is just good with me.

In need of a diversion, I take up the magazine. I've been stuck at the office all day. Pursuing a work-related catch-up. ...