4 Links for People Who Really Miss the Workplace

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Vacations aren't for everyone. Do you miss the tapping of keyboards, or the cozy comfort of your cubicle? Do you long for a bit of break room chatter? Lucky for you, a few websites offer the perfect virtual fixes. Here are a few staples every office junkie should bookmark right now.

1. AUTHENTIC DESK NOISES

Virtual Stapler has a gallery of the office essentials and three on-screen versions to choose from.

2. PACKING SUPPLY SOUNDS

Pop as much bubble wrap as you want at Virtual Bubble Wrap. The site explains the anatomy of a sheet of bubble wrap, and for those with a competitive edge, you can time your popping performance.

3. FOR EAVESDROPPERS

Think your coworkers say the strangest things? Submit quotable moments and see what office workers everywhere are listening to at Overheard in the Office.

4. SPREADSHEET ARTISTRY

Microsoft Excel facilitates number and list churning, but it has also been an artistic medium for Danielle Aubert. Let it inspire your own creativity (or procrastination) and maybe you too can exhibit your masterpieces.