As much as I enjoyed my failed attempt at retirement, it was very exciting to be back in the thick of a high-tech startup environment again. Today was my first day on the job as VP of Engineering for Superpedestrian. A very early arrival and late return from our Cambridge office helped me avoid the worst of what can only be described as a miserable commute. Traffic in the Boston area has been getting worse every year, a function of the city’s booming economy.  Our office has a very hip vibe and feels more like an urban bike shop than anything else. We are already crowded in the two adjacent buildings we lease and it is clear we are going to need a new location sooner than later. I was warmly welcomed by my new colleagues and found myself very well ensconced, dare I say already productive, by the end of what turned out to be a very long day.