I just ran across this article from a Microsoft employee describing his reaction to his move to Seattle… The highlight for me was his description of Seattle rain:

Rain? Yes, but it fits, it’s nice. I think it’s kind of like the vegetable racks at the supermarket – every few minutes little jets turn on and spray everything to keep it moist.

(I also noticed that he is a huge fan of Richard Feynman, who just happened to write one of my all-time favorite books)