Uncanny, certainly. Not to mention frustrating. Especially knowing that not long ago I was exactly as unaware, and would perhaps have argued in a similar manner.

[He adjusts his collar a bit to make sure it doesn't interfere with his trach, and then leans his chin thoughtfully in his hand.

It's a relief that at least one person that he knows has noticed, at least. It means he'll have someone to discuss such matters with.]

I went to have a look at it. Which is to say, it has a very real physical presence, like a rubbery dome covering the city. [A beat.] Not a very poetic description, but it does the job.