G,
I think your work is your refuge and a benefit has been positive adult interaction with your co-workers. Now your work has been infiltrated by Chatty Cathey. God save us all from the Chatty Catheys of this world!

I really like Job's suggestion of getting out for periodic breaks during the work day.

If it becomes too untenable, seek a transfer or new position.

Maybe I'll have more ideas when I've been awake a little longer.

xoxo

M 20+ T25+
S ~15.5 (BD)
BD 4/6/15
D 12/23/16

"Someone I loved once gave me
A box full of darkness.
It took me years to understand,
That this too, was a gift."
~ Mary Oliver