1. http://xxx.lanl.gov/PS_cache/arxiv/pdf/1107/1107.5077v1.pdf
  2. The time it takes for quantum fluctuations of the pencil to tip it over is a few seconds assuming you could eliminate vibrations of the table, air currents and your own psycho-kinetic spooky post-quantum voodoo actions at a distance on it -- especially if you are a mutant Alpha or an extra-terrestrial? ;-)